Early Head Start Substitute

HumanKind; Bedford (VA); On-site; USD 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) Retirement plan with company 1

Company growth and advancement

Job summary

HumanKind in Bedford is seeking an Early Head Start Substitute to support classrooms with infants and toddlers. This on-call, flexible role involves stepping in to follow lesson plans, assist with meals, and help maintain a safe, nurturing learning environment.

Candidates bring a willingness to learn, ability to stay active, and comfort in a fast-paced setting. Requirements include being 18+, a high school diploma or equivalent, and the ability to pass background checks.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must have a high school degree or equivalent.
• Any amount of experience working with children (volunteerism, babysitting, parenting, etc).
• Must pass and maintain all background check requirements.

Responsibilities

• Support teachers in creating a safe, nurturing, and engaging classroom.
• Follow lesson plans and daily routines as needed.
• Help with meals, cleaning, and transitions in the classroom.
• Build positive, respectful interactions with children and staff.
• Be flexible and ready to jump in where needed.

Skills

Infants & toddlers care

Flexible / on-call

Active / mobile

Reliability & adaptability

Education

High school diploma

Job description

About this position

Position Title: Early Head Start Substitute

Location: Bedford

• Salary Range:$13.50-$15.50
• 403(b) Retirement plan with company match and contribution
• Company growth and advancement

Summary: Looking for flexible, on-call work where you can make a difference? As an Early Head Start (EHS) Substitute, you’ll step in to support classrooms with infants and toddlers, helping create a safe, caring, and engaging environment when extra help is needed. This is a great opportunity to gain experience in early childhood while working alongside a supportive team.

Success In This Role Looks Like:

• Supporting teachers in creating a safe, nurturing, and engaging classroom
• Stepping in to follow lesson plans and daily routines as needed
• Helping with classroom tasks like meals, cleaning, and transitions
• Building positive, respectful interactions with children and staff
• Being flexible and ready to jump in where needed
• EHS Substitute >EHS Assistant Teacher > EHS Teacher > EHS Supervising Teacher > EHS Center Manager > EHS Director
• EHS Substitute > EHS Assistant Teacher > EHS Teacher > EHS Coaching & Training Specialist > EHS Education Manager > EHS Director
• EHS Substitute > EHS Assistant Teacher > EHS Teacher > EHS Intake & Enrollment Specialist> EHS Family Engagement Specialist > EHS Family Engagement Manager> EHS Director

What You Bring To The Team:

• Interest in working with infants and toddlers
• Willingness to learn and follow classroom routines and guidelines
• Ability to stay active (lifting, bending, sitting on the floor, indoor/outdoor play)
• Reliable, flexible, and comfortable in a fast-paced environment

Requirements for Consideration:

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must have a high school degree or equivalent
• Any amount of experience working with children (volunteerism, babysitting, parenting, etc)
• Must pass and maintain all background check requirements

Why Join HumanKind:

At HumanKind, your work has real impact. Whether you’re working directly with children and families or supporting programs behind the scenes, you’ll be able to see how what you do contributes to meaningful outcomes in your community.

We’re a mission-driven, growing organization where your role won’t feel small. You’ll have opportunities to learn, take on new challenges, and grow your career over time. Many of our team members expand their responsibilities or move into new roles as they develop.

You’ll also be part of a supportive, close-knit team that values collaboration, kindness, and showing up for one another. We work hard, but we also enjoy what we do—and who we do it with.

We Value:

• Actively working for equity and inclusivity, practicing humility and curiosity, taking responsibility, continuously evolving for change.
• Prioritizing caring for our people, fostering a nurturing environment, celebrating small wins, acknowledging challenges, embracing innovation and adaptability.
• Nurturing growth in ourselves and others, leveraging strengths, equipping with tools for success, fostering a positive learning environment.
• Staying mission-focused, serving with empathy, putting egos aside, upholding ethics, communicating openly, providing support, and encouraging feedback.

While our recruitment platform may offer optional AI-based tools, HumanKind does not rely on artificial intelligence to evaluate, screen, or disqualify candidates. Every application is reviewed by our team, and applicants have the option to opt out of AI assessments at any time.

Salary Information

$13.5 - $15.5Hourly Wage