Preschool Substitute Teacher / Head Start

EdAdvance; Torrington (CT); On-site; USD 19,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

EdAdvance is seeking a part-time Preschool Substitute Teacher to support Head Start classrooms in Torrington, Winsted, and New Milford. This as-needed role runs during the academic year with hours typically aligning to program needs.

Responsibilities include supporting teachers, maintaining ratios, and promoting children’s health, safety, and development. Head Start standards guide daily activities and conduct.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Experience with preschool-aged children is preferred.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a classroom team.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding children and families.
• Flexibility to work across multiple program locations.

Responsibilities

• Support classroom teachers by implementing developmentally appropriate activities.
• Maintain appropriate adult-to-child ratios and active supervision.
• Foster a healthy, safe, and nurturing learning environment.
• Assist with meals, rest, outdoor play, and transitions.
• Follow Head Start policies and behavior guidance strategies.
• Maintain confidentiality and comply with health and safety requirements.

Skills

Teamwork

Confidentiality

Flexibility

Reliability

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Preschool Substitute Teacher / Head Start JobID: 567

• Position Type: Head Start/ Substitute Head Start Teacher
• Date Posted: 9/12/2026
• Location: Torrington, CT
• Date Available: ASAP

EdAdvance is one of Connecticut's six Regional Educational Service Centers (RESCs). EdAdvance is also a partner in the RESC Alliance and works collaboratively with the other RESC groups to support state-wide initiatives.

Mission

EdAdvance, exists to promote the success of school districts and their communities.

EdAdvance is redefining what a Regional Education Service Center can be using a systemic approach – grounded in the "3C's", Connection Culture, and Customization. Focused on local and regional priorities, we are reinvesting the expertise, energy, and resources of the agency to amplify the benefit of our constituents.

Preschool Substitute Teacher/Head Start

Schedule: Academic Year

Status: Part-Time, As Needed

Locations: Torrington, Winsted, and New Milford

Compensation: $16.94 per hour

Position Summary

The Preschool Substitute Teacher supports Head Start classrooms by working collaboratively with classroom teaching staff to provide a safe, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate learning environment for preschool-aged children. This as-needed position ensures continuity of classroom operations in accordance with Head Start Program Performance Standards (HSPPS).

Major Responsibilities

• Support classroom teachers in implementing developmentally appropriate curriculum and daily routines consistent with Head Start Program Performance Standards
• Assist in maintaining appropriate adult-to-child ratios and active supervision at all times
• Help ensure a classroom environment that promotes children's health, safety, and emotional well-being
• Support children during classroom activities, meals, rest time, outdoor play, and transitions
• Follow established classroom behavior guidance strategies and program policies
• Maintain confidentiality regarding children, families, and program information, in compliance with Head Start confidentiality requirements
• Comply with all Head Start health, safety, and supervision requirements
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Experience working with preschool-aged children preferred
• Ability to work effectively as part of a classroom team
• Ability to maintain confidentiality related to children and families
• Flexibility and reliability to work across multiple program locations

Schedule and Hours

• Flexible, as-needed substitute schedule
• No guaranteed minimum number of hours
• Working hours may vary and generally fall between 7:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., depending on program needs

Additional Requirements

• Must meet all Head Start background check and health requirements, including fingerprinting, as applicable
• Must comply with required trainings, including child abuse and neglect reporting and health and safety training

EdAdvance does not discriminate in any of its programs, activities or employment practices on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran, marital or familial status, pregnancy, genetic information, or status as a domestic violence victim, (along with any other classification protected by law). EdAdvance further provides equal access to the Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, and all other designated youth groups. To file a complaint of discrimination, write Director, Office of Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, Washington, DC 20250-9410, or the Connecticut Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities, 450 Columbus Boulevard, Hartford, CT 06103. Any person having inquiries concerning EdAdvance's compliance with its nondiscrimination policies and procedures, including compliance with Section 504, Title VI or Title IX, should contact: [e-mail]

In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state law, we provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Applicants requiring an accommodation to complete the application or interview process should contact Human Resources.