Substitute Childcare Teacher

North Marin Community Services; Novato (CA); On-site; USD 34,026 - 36,520; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

North Marin Community Services is seeking an enthusiastic candidate to work with children in Early Childhood Education and Before/After School settings. The role involves supervising children, implementing planned activities, and providing positive behavior guidance.

Applicants should have CPR/First Aid certification, the ability to work with children of diverse backgrounds, and a valid driver's license. The position requires a full range of motion and the ability to participate in activities. A sign-on bonus is offered for successful candidates.

Qualifications

• Conversant in English.
• Ability to maintain a safe environment while transporting children.
• Able to clear MVR check.

Responsibilities

• Support with supervision of groups of children.
• Transport children in a passenger van from school to activity areas.
• Model respectful treatment of others at all times.

Skills

Conversant in English

CPR/First Aid certification

Ability to supervise children

Valid Class C driver’s license

Education

12+ Early Childhood Education Units (ECE)

Associate Teacher Permit or higher

Job description

Pay Range

English only: $24.70 - $25.94/hour

English/Spanish bilingual: $25.25 - $26.51/hour

With a $250 sign‑on bonus.

Schedule

Hours and shifts will vary from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday – Friday.

Purpose

To enjoy working with children and supervising them in an ECE and/or Before/After School setting; supporting children’s development in a nurturing, kind manner with emphasis on positive behavior guidance. Assist Teachers in daily routines, including support of staff and agency procedures.

Essential Functions

• Support with supervision of groups of children from diverse backgrounds and implement daily planned activities/curricula.
• Ensure positive and open communication with colleagues and supervisor; ensuring professionalism, respecting confidentiality, and following agency procedures regarding conflict resolution.
• Support teaching team in maintaining proper adult:child ratios.
• Work closely with supervisor to foster a positive, culturally affirming climate in the classroom and obtain guidance, as needed. Work with and nurture children ages 2-14 from diverse cultural, socio‑economic and linguistic backgrounds in a positive manner.
• Transport children in an NMCS 9‑passenger van from NUSD school to NMCS and on field trips.
• Knowledge of current safety and road regulations for the state of California.
• Ability to maintain a safe environment within passenger van while transporting children (i.e. behavior guidance, readiness to administer CPR/First Aid, etc.).
• Work well with others as part of a team.
• Follow and support all policies and procedures in the NMCS handbooks.
• Provide age‑appropriate behavior guidance strategies and model respectful treatment of others at all times.
• Be a strong ambassador for the agency.
• Complete any related tasks assigned by Child Development managers or Leadership Team.
• Supervise and interact with children, requiring a full range of motion to lift, reach, squat, climb, sit, and otherwise fully participate in activities.

Qualifications

• Conversant in English.
• CPR/First Aid certification (can be completed upon hire).
• Ability to supervise and interact with children, requiring a full range of motion to lift, reach, squat, climb, sit, and otherwise fully participate in activities.
• Able to clear MVR check.
• Valid Class C driver’s license and insurability at non‑risk rates.

Preferred Qualifications

• 12+ Early Childhood Education Units (ECE), including core courses.
• Bilingual (Spanish) / bicultural.
• Associate Teacher Permit or higher.

Conditions of Hire

• Fully vaccinated against COVID‑19 unless granted a medical or religious exemption.
• Pre‑employment health exam including proof of vaccinations and TB test clearance.
• Criminal record clearance or exemption from California Department of Social Services. All convictions other than minor traffic violations require an exemption, including convictions that have been expunged.

EEO Statement

North Marin Community Services welcomes and encourages all qualified candidates to apply – especially as we recognize that people bring experience and skills beyond just the technical requirements of a job. We also know that self‑doubt can sometimes get in the way of stretching professionally, so if your experience is close to what you see listed here, please consider applying. We value our differences and respect everyone – regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, genetics, AIDS/HIV, medical condition, political affiliation, disability, age, status as a victim of domestic violence/assault/stalking, or military/veteran status. If you have a disability and need assistance and/or accommodation with applying for a job, please contact [e-mail] or 415‑892‑1643 ext. 255.