Substitute Preschool Teacher

Occidental College; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Occidental College is seeking a Substitute Preschool Teacher to cover classes when teachers are absent in the Child Development Center. The role involves collaborating with Lead Preschool Teachers to maintain daily classroom operations and supervise children aged 2-5 years.

Flexibility is essential as substitutes work across classrooms and ages, delivering a safe, nurturing, and community-focused environment, with emphasis on effective parent communication and supportive teamwork.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 12 semester units in Child Development including core courses.
• At least 1 year of experience in a play-based preschool setting.
• Understanding of basic Child Development theories and current best practices.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and care for children aged 2–5 years.
• Assist in general classroom and center-wide duties; support teachers and students.
• Maintain open communication with parents; contribute to a positive classroom community.
• Assist with curriculum implementation and daily activity setup/cleanup.

Skills

Team collaboration

Communication with parents

Adaptability

Classroom supervision

Play-based instruction

Education

12 units in Child Development

1 year preschool experience

Job description

Title: Substitute Teacher (Preschool)

Department: Child Development Center

Duration: 11 months - End Date: June 30, 2027 (Possible Extension)

Employment Status: Non-Exempt, Part-Time, Hours vary based on need

Job Summary

The Substitute Preschool Teacher at Occidental College Child Development Center is responsible for collaborating with Lead Preschool Teachers and other teachers to facilitate daily classroom operations and supervision of children aged 2-5 years old. This on-call position involves stepping in to cover teaching roles when teachers are absent. The Substitute Preschool Teacher must have the ability to work effectively and collaboratively within a team of early childhood educators. Flexibility is required, because Substitutes are required to serve in various classrooms and support various ages, based on Center needs. The Substitute Preschool Teachers should contribute to fostering a safe, respectful, and community-oriented classroom environment and have the ability to form nurturing relationships with children and communicate effectively with parents, as needed. Essential qualifications include a minimum of 12 units in Child Development, experience working in a preschool classroom setting, a basic understanding of Child Development theories, and effective communication skills.

Job Duties

• 40% - Child Supervision and Care: - Provide constant supervision of children and attend to their physical and emotional needs; ensure children’s safety and well-being. - (Essential)
• 35% - Assist in General Classroom and Center-wide Duties - Share responsibility for completing general classroom and Center-wide duties, including keeping Center clean and safe. Contribute to the smooth operation of the Center and assist teachers and children in all groups, as needed. Respond receptively to direction from Lead Preschool Teachers, other teachers, and Director. Assume Lead Preschool Teacher duties, as needed. Complete routine paperwork and administer medications, as needed. - (Essential)
• 10% - Relationships and Communication - Provide nurturing and responsive care to children, establish open and respectful communication with parents, and contribute to a positive, community-oriented classroom environment. - (Marginal)
• 15% - Assist with Curriculum Implementation - Work with Lead Preschool Teachers and other teachers to implement a developmentally-appropriate, play-based curriculum. Assist with set‑up, implementation, and clean‑up of daily activities for the children. - (Essential)

Minimum Qualifications

• A minimum of 12 semester units in Child Development - which must include the 3 core courses of: a basic Child Growth and
• Development course, a course on Child, Family and Community, and a course on planning Curriculum for young children.
• A minimum of 1 year of experience working in a play‑based early childhood education setting.
• Understanding of basic Child Development theories and current best practices in Early Childhood Education.
• Familiarity with developmentally‑appropriate, play‑based, emergent curriculum models.
• Strong understanding of the specific educational philosophy of the Child Development Center.
• Familiarity with Title 22 Regulations.
• Understanding of procedures for completing accident/incident reports.

Preferred Qualifications

• 18 or more units in Child Development - which must include the 3 core courses of: a basic Child Growth and Development course, a course on Child, Family and Community, and a course on planning Curriculum for young children.
• 2 or more years of experience working in a play‑based early childhood education setting. Experience working in a program that utilizes an emergent curriculum.

EXPECTED HIRING RANGE: $20.00/hr-#23.00/hr