Floating Substitute Teacher

Child Inc; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 28,929 - 31,684; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Life insurance

Job summary

Child Inc. seeks a Floating Substitute Teacher to support classrooms across multiple centers in the Austin, TX area.

This full-time position fills in for teachers or assistants to ensure consistent, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate learning experiences for children from birth to five years old. You will help implement curriculum, maintain safe and engaging environments, and support healthy growth and development in infants through pre-schoolers.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma is required.
• Infant/Toddler CDA or Preschool CDA (or willingness to earn within 12 months).
• At least 3 months of experience working with children (infant–5 years).
• Ability to work at multiple Child Inc. centers as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Provide classroom coverage in the absence of a teacher or assistant teacher.
• Support lesson planning and implementation aligned with Head Start Performance Standards.
• Engage children in developmentally appropriate activities that support growth.
• Maintain a safe classroom environment with children in sight and sound.
• Assist in observing and documenting child development using Teaching Strategies Gold and Creative Curriculum.
• Build positive relationships with children, families, and staff.

Skills

Flexibility

Communication

Supervision

Confidentiality

Child development

Education

High School Diploma

CDA - Infant/Toddler or Preschool

Job description

Where your work makes a lasting difference.

If you are seeking a challenge that is highly rewarding on both a personal and professional level; then consider a position with Child Inc where you will contribute to strengthening families and meeting the needs of children. Our employees are passionate about the work they do, in an environment where building success with others is the key to their own success and fulfillment. They are committed to professional excellence, compassionate about the families and individuals served, and supportive of their colleagues and the many volunteers who strengthen our efforts.

• Salary based on position, educational level and experience.
• Employer-paid insurance: medical, dental, vision, life, short and long-term disability.
• Optional employee-paid insurance at group rates for additional life and AD&D.
• Education/training opportunities: financial assistance for formal and informal learning.
• Generous paid holiday schedule: comparable to public school calendar.
• Annual and sick leave accrual of one day/month of each.
• Retirement: shared-contribution 401K plans.

Professional Development Opportunities

Child Inc provides ongoing training to ensure that staff is highly qualified and effective in working with young children and their families and encourages efforts toward professional growth in all areas. A mix of seminars, community-led workshops, and formal higher education form the base of our agency’s continuing education program, to which is added an individualized professional development plan.

Child Inc offers a tuition program for approved classes and degree programs, and other assistance is available.

Full Time $20.72 - $23.42 per hour Austin, Texas, United States - 78744

Job Title: Floating Substitute Teacher Location: Multiple Child Inc. Centers (Austin, TX area) Reports to: Center Operations Manager Status: Non-Exempt | Full-Time

About Child Inc.

Child Inc. is the largest Head Start provider in Travis County, serving children from birth to age five and their families. Our mission is to provide high-quality early childhood education and family support services that prepare children for school and lifelong success.

Position Overview

The Floating Substitute Teacher plays a vital role in supporting classrooms across all Child Inc. centers. This position temporarily fills in for teachers or teacher assistants, ensuring that children receive consistent, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate learning experiences.

You will help implement curriculum, maintain safe and engaging environments, and support the overall health, safety, and growth of children ages infant through 5 years.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide classroom coverage in the absence of a teacher or assistant teacher.
• Support lesson planning and implementation aligned with Head Start Performance Standards.
• Engage children in meaningful, developmentally appropriate activities that support social, emotional, physical, and intellectual growth.
• Maintain a safe classroom environment-ensuring children are always within sight and sound.
• Assist in observing and documenting child development using Teaching Strategies Gold and Creative Curriculum.
• Build positive, nurturing relationships with children, families, and staff.
• Support bilingual and multicultural learning experiences.
• Ensure classrooms are organized, clean, and literacy-rich.
• Participate in trainings, team meetings, and professional development opportunities.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• Infant/Toddler CDA or Preschool CDA (or willingness to earn within 12 months of employment).
• At least 3 months of experience working with children (infant–5 years).
• Ability to work at multiple Child Inc. centers as assigned.
• Basic computer skills.
• Pediatric CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain within 30 days).
• Must pass physical exam, TB test, and all background checks.

Skills & Attributes

• Flexible and adaptable to different classrooms and schedules.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Commitment to child safety and active supervision.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professional boundaries.
• Passion for early childhood education and child development.

Working Conditions

• Frequent standing, bending, squatting, and engaging at children's level.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. (children and classroom materials).
• Exposure to typical childcare settings (indoor/outdoor, weather variations).
• Occasional in-area and out-of-area travel for training or support.

We value and support our team members with a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Affordable medical insurance with low individual premiums.
• Fully employer-paid benefits:
• Vision and dental insurance.
• Short- and long-term disability coverage.
• Life insurance policy is valued at 2x your annual salary.
• Employee Assistance Program for wellness and support.
• Employer contribution of 5% of your annual pay into a 401(k)-retirement plan after 6 months of employment.
• Paid holidays, including seasonal breaks (One week in November, Two weeks in December/January, and One week in March).
• Access free Gold Gym memberships to support your health and well-being.

Why Join Child Inc.?

• Opportunity to impact children's lives in a meaningful way.
• Professional growth and career advancement support.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities.

Child Inc operates one Administrative Campus and multiple child development centers all located within Travis County.

The Office of Head Start (OHS), a division of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ Administration for Children and Families (ACF), provides grants to Child Inc. to provide Head Start and Early Head Start services within Travis County. Child Inc operates one Administrative Campus and multiple child development centers all located within Travis County.