Preschool Substitute Teacher — On-Call, Nurturing Classrooms

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

Job summary

Stratford School in Altadena, CA is seeking a Preschool Substitute Teacher to support classrooms when regular teachers are absent. You will engage with young learners, implement varied teaching methods, and help maintain a welcoming, structured environment.

The role requires patience and strong communication skills, with a preference for prior teaching experience with young children. This is an on-call, part-time position at our Altadena campus.

Qualifications

• Patience, compassion and love for working with young children.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Prior teaching experience with young students is preferred.
• 12 completed ECE semester units (or 18 quarter units) required, or a Bachelor’s Degree in Child Development.

Responsibilities

• Step into the classroom when a teacher is absent, maintaining daily routines and providing a safe, nurturing environment.
• Communicate daily with parents/guardians and collaborate with co-teachers and staff.
• Assist children during meals, snacks, rest periods, and personal care.
• Keep the classroom clean, organized and compliant with safety regulations.
• Perform other related classroom duties and school support tasks as assigned.

Skills

Patience

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Teaching experience (preferred)

Education

12 ECE semester units

18 quarter units

Bachelor’s Degree in Child Development

Job description

Stratford School in Altadena, CA is seeking a Preschool Substitute Teacher to support classrooms when regular teachers are absent. You will engage with young learners, implement varied teaching methods, and help maintain a welcoming, structured environment.

The role requires patience and strong communication skills, with a preference for prior teaching experience with young children. This is an on-call, part-time position at our Altadena campus.