Flexible Preschool Substitute — Path to Full-Time Teaching

Heritage Oak Private Education; Aurora (CO); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Growth opportunities

Mentorship

Full-time pathway

Job summary

Merryhill Preschool is seeking a dependable and flexible Long-Term Preschool Substitute Teacher to support our school, serving children from infants through school-age, ensuring continuity of care and learning when teachers are absent.

As a Long-Term Substitute Teacher, you’ll step into classrooms as needed, support daily routines, and maintain a positive, engaging environment where children feel safe, supported, and eager to learn.

Qualifications

• Must have full-time availability beginning November 16, 2026.
• End date: March 5, 2027.
• At least 6 months experience in licensed childcare.
• Ability to adapt to different age groups and teaching needs.

Responsibilities

• Support classroom instruction and routines for multiple age groups (Infant–School Age).
• Encourage independence and collaboration through hands-on, play-based learning.
• Assist with instructional activities, supervision, meals/snack times, and transitions.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized classroom aligned with school expectations.

Skills

Strong communication

Reliability

Warm, caring presence

Adaptability

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Merryhill Preschool is seeking a dependable and flexible Long-Term Preschool Substitute Teacher to support our school, serving children from infants through school-age, ensuring continuity of care and learning when teachers are absent.

As a Long-Term Substitute Teacher, you’ll step into classrooms as needed, support daily routines, and maintain a positive, engaging environment where children feel safe, supported, and eager to learn.