Substitute Teacher (Infant – School-Age)

Job Classification: Part-time / As-Needed, At-Will, Hourly Non-Exempt

Salary Range: $22 – $25 per hour (Commensurate with Experience)

(Provides substitute coverage across all Children's Choice sites in San Diego County)

Position Summary

Children's Choice Learning Centers, a trusted early education program with multiple locations across San Diego County, is seeking reliable and caring Substitute (Floating) Teachers to provide classroom coverage for Infant, Toddler, Preschool, and School-Age programs on an as-needed basis. This position may also assist as a Teacher's Aide when needed. Floating Teachers help maintain a nurturing, safe, and developmentally appropriate environment while supporting the regular teaching staff and ensuring compliance with licensing and company policies. The ideal candidate is patient, professional, and adaptable-comfortable stepping into any classroom and providing consistent, high-quality care and supervision.

Key Responsibilities

• Support classroom staff in implementing daily routines and age-appropriate activities.
• Supervise and engage with children in a warm, positive, and safe manner at all times.
• Assist with diapering, feeding, toileting, and nap supervision as needed (Infant/Toddler rooms).
• Follow lesson plans or classroom schedules provided by the lead teacher or director.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe classroom environment in accordance with licensing and company standards.
• Communicate effectively with staff, children, and families to support continuity of care.
• Uphold company values of teamwork, reliability, and respect across all centers.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Completion of at least 12 Early Childhood Education (ECE) units, including: - Child Development - Child, FamilyCommunity - InfantToddler - One additional course (e.g., ProgramCurriculum, Child HealthSafety, etc.)
• Minimum of 6 months experience in a licensed child care center (Infant, Toddler, Preschool, or School-Age).
• Must pass DSS background check and provide proof of current immunizations (MMR, Tdap, Influenza) and TB clearance.
• Current Pediatric CPR / First Aid and Mandated Reporter certificates (required or willing to obtain).
• Dependable, punctual, and able to work at different Children's Choice locations as needed.

Physical RequirementsWork Environment

• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and work at a child's level (sitting, kneeling, bending).
• Able to stand for extended periods and adapt to varied classroom environments.
• Occasional after-hours training or meetings as required.

TravelMileage Policy

This position may be assigned to any Children's Choice location throughout San Diego County. - Mileage reimbursement applies only when traveling between two or more work sites during the same workday. - Travel time between centers during the workday is paid at the employee's regular hourly rate. - Commuting from home to the assigned location and back home is not eligible for mileage reimbursement.