What are the responsibilities and job description for the Substitute Preschool Teacher (Ages Birth to 4 years) position at San Diego County Office Of Education?
Substitute Preschool Teacher (Ages Birth to 4 years) at San Diego County Office Of Education
Application Deadline
6/30/2026 8:00 AM Pacific
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Salary
$31.68 Per Hour
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Job Summary
Job Summary
At the San Diego County Office of Education (SDCOE), we are working toward a future without boundaries for all students. Our team of kind, dedicated, and collaborative employees have a strong focus on students, equity, and innovation, which is why SDCOE is a great place to work! Regardless of job title, every employee at SDCOE has a hand in helping local students learn.
Requirements / Qualifications
THIS POSTING IS FOR A SUBSTITUTE AND/OR LIMITED-TERM POSITION.
This position is not eligible for benefits.
The San Diego County Office of Education is recruiting to add to the substitute pool for the position of Preschool Teacher. Substitute Preschool Teachers are on-call, as needed to teach children from BIRTH TO FOUR (4) YEARS OF AGE for Little Schoolhouse Child Development Center in National City, CA.
Under the direction of the Preschool Specialist, Preschool Teachers will provide supervision, care and instruction to students, as well as prepare and organize classroom activities and materials for the assigned program and age group.
Assignments for this position will occur between 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. and are located at the
Little Schoolhouse Child Development Center at 2401 E. 24th St., National City, CA.
The education and experience requirements include at least 12 units of Child Development (CD)/Early Childhood Education (ECE) including 3-semester units related to infant care, and at least six (6) months of experience working with infant, toddler and/or preschool-aged children in a licensed early learning and care center or comparable group childcare program.
In addition to your EDJOIN application, please add the following attachments:
- Resume, detailing education and experience
- Copy of valid First Aid and CPR (Infant/Child/Adult) certification as issued by an American Red Cross or an American Heart Association-approved program
- Copy of transcripts showing CD/ECE coursework including 3-semester units related to infant care
- If you hold a valid CA Child Development Permit (Teacher, Master Teacher, Site Supervisor, or Director level), please attach it to the application.
Requirements / Qualifications
THIS POSTING IS FOR A SUBSTITUTE AND/OR LIMITED-TERM POSITION.
This position is not eligible for benefits.
The San Diego County Office of Education is recruiting to add to the substitute pool for the position of Preschool Teacher. Substitute Preschool Teachers are on-call, as needed to teach children from BIRTH TO FOUR (4) YEARS OF AGE for Little Schoolhouse Child Development Center in National City, CA.
Under the direction of the Preschool Specialist, Preschool Teachers will provide supervision, care and instruction to students, as well as prepare and organize classroom activities and materials for the assigned program and age group.
Assignments for this position will occur between 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. and are located at the
Little Schoolhouse Child Development Center at 2401 E. 24th St., National City, CA.
The education and experience requirements include at least 12 units of Child Development (CD)/Early Childhood Education (ECE) including 3-semester units related to infant care, and at least six (6) months of experience working with infant, toddler and/or preschool-aged children in a licensed early learning and care center or comparable group childcare program.
In addition to your EDJOIN application, please add the following attachments:
- Resume, detailing education and experience
- Copy of valid First Aid and CPR (Infant/Child/Adult) certification as issued by an American Red Cross or an American Heart Association-approved program
- Copy of transcripts showing CD/ECE coursework including 3-semester units related to infant care
- If you hold a valid CA Child Development Permit (Teacher, Master Teacher, Site Supervisor, or Director level), please attach it to the application.
Comments and Other Information
Please note that your completed online application must include all of the required supplemental documentation. Emailed or Faxed supplemental documents will not be accepted. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
It is important to note to become a substitute/limited-term employee, there will be a fingerprinting requirement that currently costs up to $77 (this is an up-front, out-of-pocket cost) if processed using SDCOE fingerprinting services. In addition, if you apply and are selected for a permanent position at any point there would be an additional cost up to $77 (currently) for fingerprinting as a permanent employee (taken out of your first regular paycheck).Fingerprints can be paid in the form of a money order, cashier's check, or debit/credit card. If paid by card, you may incur a card processing fee.
Because each person is born with inherent worth and dignity, and because equitable access and opportunity are essential to a just, educated society, SDCOE employee commitments include being respectful of differences and diverse perspectives, and being accountable for ones actions and the resulting impact.
The San Diego County Office of Education is an equal opportunity employer.
Comments and Other Information
Please note that your completed online application must include all of the required supplemental documentation. Emailed or Faxed supplemental documents will not be accepted. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
It is important to note to become a substitute/limited-term employee, there will be a fingerprinting requirement that currently costs up to $77 (this is an up-front, out-of-pocket cost) if processed using SDCOE fingerprinting services. In addition, if you apply and are selected for a permanent position at any point there would be an additional cost up to $77 (currently) for fingerprinting as a permanent employee (taken out of your first regular paycheck).Fingerprints can be paid in the form of a money order, cashier's check, or debit/credit card. If paid by card, you may incur a card processing fee.
Because each person is born with inherent worth and dignity, and because equitable access and opportunity are essential to a just, educated society, SDCOE employee commitments include being respectful of differences and diverse perspectives, and being accountable for ones actions and the resulting impact.
The San Diego County Office of Education is an equal opportunity employer.
Links Related To This Job
- San Diego County Office of Education
- SOUL Infant and Toddler Center
- San Diego County Office of Education
- Directions to SDCOE
- Human Resources Services Department
- CalSTRS Info for New Educators
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