Preschool Substitute Teacher

Stratford School; Laguna Niguel (CA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Stratford School in Laguna Niguel, CA is seeking a passionate Preschool Substitute Teacher to support classrooms when needed. You will follow established lesson plans, maintain routines, and create a caring, engaging environment for young learners.

Ideal candidates have 12 ECE units (or 18 quarter units) or a Bachelor’s in Child Development, plus strong communication with families and a genuine love for early childhood education.

Qualifications

• Patience, compassion, and a love for working with young children.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Prior teaching experience with young students is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Step into the classroom when a teacher is absent, maintaining routines and a safe, engaging environment.
• Communicate daily with parents and guardians; collaborate with co-teachers and school staff.
• Assist children during meals, snacks, rest, and personal care (including toileting and diaper changing).
• Keep the classroom clean, organized and compliant with safety regulations and licensing guidelines.
• Perform other related classroom duties and school tasks as assigned.

Skills

Patience

Compassion

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Teaching experience

Education

12 completed ECE semester units (or 18 quarter units)

Bachelor’s Degree in Child Development

Job description

About the Role

Preschool Substitute Teachers have the fun opportunity to enjoy working with a wide variety of students and implementing an array of teaching methods and techniques. Your ability to connect with young learners and execute lesson plans will help ensure the classroom runs smoothly on any day as necessary.

You will also…

• Step into the classroom when a teacher is absent, maintaining the established daily routines, supporting planned learning activities, and providing a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment where young children feel supported and cared for.

• Communicate daily with parents and guardians while collaborating closely with co-teachers and school staff

• Assist children during meals, snacks, rest periods, and routine personal care (including toileting and diaper changing as needed)

• Keep the classroom clean, organized, and compliant with all safety regulations and licensing guidelines

• Perform other related classroom duties and school support tasks as assigned

What We Offer

Pay range: $24.25-$26.00

Position located at Laguna Niguel, CA

This is an on-call position

What We Are Looking For

12 completed ECE semester units (or 18 quarter units), including coursework in:

Child Growth and Development

Child, Family, and Community

Program/Curriculum

OR a Bachelor’s Degree in Child Development

• Patience, compassion, and a genuine love for working with young children.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• Prior teaching experience with young students is preferred