Preschool Substitute Teacher (Temp) — Immediate Start

Nature Preschool Center; Dripping Springs (TX); On-site; USD 24,796 - 27,552; Full time

Job summary

Nature Preschool Center in Dripping Springs is hiring a Full-Time Temporary Substitute Teacher (Preschool) to support our classrooms in Dripping Springs / Southwest Austin. This role begins immediately and continues through the end of August, providing coverage for Lead and Assistant Teachers.

You will help maintain a safe, nurturing, and engaging learning environment, assist in daily activities, and adapt to different classroom needs while collaborating with the teaching team and families.

Qualifications

• Genuine passion for working with young children.
• Commitment to a positive, nurturing classroom experience.
• Ability to participate in classroom activities and outdoor supervision.
• Strong teamwork, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Dependable, flexible, punctual, respectful, and professional demeanor.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds and stay active.
• Criminal background check completed.
• Reliable transportation to Dripping Springs or Southwest Austin.

Responsibilities

• Provide classroom coverage for Lead and Assistant Teachers.
• Assist with daily activities, lessons, and routines.
• Support children during learning experiences, meals, rest periods, and outdoor play.
• Foster positive social interactions while encouraging independence and self-help skills.
• Help maintain a clean, organized, safe, and welcoming classroom environment.
• Prepare, organize, and clean classroom materials, learning centers, and activity spaces.
• Supervise and actively engage with children during indoor and outdoor activities.
• Participate in classroom projects, school events, and team initiatives as needed.
• Follow all health, safety, sanitation, and state licensing regulations.
• Communicate professionally and respectfully with staff members and families when appropriate.
• Adapt quickly to different classrooms and teaching styles while providing consistent support.

Skills

Passion for children

Teamwork

Communication

Flexibility

Punctuality

Classroom management

Lift 40 lbs

Job description

Nature Preschool Center in Dripping Springs is hiring a Full-Time Temporary Substitute Teacher (Preschool) to support our classrooms in Dripping Springs / Southwest Austin. This role begins immediately and continues through the end of August, providing coverage for Lead and Assistant Teachers.

You will help maintain a safe, nurturing, and engaging learning environment, assist in daily activities, and adapt to different classroom needs while collaborating with the teaching team and families.