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Substitute Teacher with Head Start

Utah Community Action
Salt Lake, UT Other
POSTED ON 4/6/2026 CLOSED ON 4/17/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Substitute Teacher with Head Start position at Utah Community Action?


Make a difference in your community, one classroom at a time.

We're seeking dedicated and reliable individuals to join our team as substitute teachers. Whether you're a recent graduate, a retired professional, a stay-at-home parent, or simply passionate about education, this is your opportunity to inspire students and support schools - on your own schedule.

Pay is $16.00/hour. This position operates on an on-call basis, meaning you will be contacted as needed to fulfill your duties. Consequently, your schedule can fluctuate from day to day, offering a dynamic work environment. While this may require adaptability, it also grants you significant flexibility, allowing you to balance your work commitments with personal time more effectively, and starting as a substitute opens the door to other positions, such as Classroom Aide, which come with a pay raise and enrollment in the CDA program, which UCA pays for.


Job Summary

The Substitute Teacher is a key member of the classroom team, helping provide quality education for children and their families. Their primary responsibility is to ensure a safe and nurturing environment for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers.

They plan engaging activities that support the children's development and build strong relationships to promote their growth. Additionally, they must communicate well with staff and families and maintain consistent routines to give stability during the regular teacher's absence.

To succeed in this role, you must be open to working on random days of the week and month. Your assignment can last anywhere from a day to a week or longer. If you agree to take on an assignment, you must show up. As a substitute, you must work at least one shift every 45 days.


Required Qualifications

  • High School diploma or GED
  • Must complete CPR/First Aid Training within 90 days of hire
  • Must complete a Food Handler's permit course within 60 days of hire

Preferred Qualifications

  • Child Development Associate Preschool Credential
  • Previous Head Start experience
  • Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Apply today and start making a difference tomorrow!


Utah Community Action is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The agency prohibits discrimination and harassment because of a person's protected status such as race, color, national origin, religion, age (40 and over), physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran, military service, gender, sex (including conditions of pregnancy), marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other protected- group status.

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