Part-Time Preschool Substitute Teacher

The Peregrine Project; Davis (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Collaborative Work Environment

Job summary

The Peregrine Project in Davis, CA is seeking a part-time Substitute Teacher to support classroom staff by implementing activities, guiding inquiry, and maintaining a safe, nurturing environment.

You will fill in for regular teachers, communicate with staff, assist with projects, engage students with open-ended questions, follow school policies, and help with classroom and garden upkeep.

Qualifications

• At least 12 Early Childhood Education units or equivalent; 6 units may be acceptable if actively taking more classes to complete the 12 units
• Teachers with less than 12 units have 1 school year to complete, at least 3 units, or will not be offered a position the following year
• Required Early Childhood Education or equivalent Human Development courses:
• Child Growth and Development
• Child, Family, & Community
• Program/Curriculum
• Infancy & Early Childhood (if working with infants and toddlers) or any other ECE course(s) of your choice

Responsibilities

• Fill in for regular teaching staff during absences, on a long or short-term basis
• Clearly and effectively communicate with teachers, administrative staff, and Directors regarding their availability and shift times
• Support class activities and projects according to class structure, with guidance from classroom teachers, or lead lessons prepared by the regular teacher
• Engage students in a nurturing manner that uses open-ended questions and positive guidance techniques; facilitate games and activities with students
• Be knowledgeable of and follow school policies, protocols, and expectations
• Create a physically safe and attractive classroom environment
• Help maintain classroom and garden through cleaning, organization, and yard work
• Consult with Head Teacher or other appropriate teacher(s) when uncertain about how to handle a situation
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Preschool experience

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

CPR/First Aid (preferred)

Education

12 ECE units

6 units acceptable to complete 12

ECE courses: Child Growth and Development; Child, Family, & Community; Program/Curriculum; Infancy & Early Childhood

Job description

The Peregrine Project in Davis, CA is seeking a part-time Substitute Teacher to support classroom staff by implementing activities, guiding inquiry, and maintaining a safe, nurturing environment.

You will fill in for regular teachers, communicate with staff, assist with projects, engage students with open-ended questions, follow school policies, and help with classroom and garden upkeep.