Substitute Preschool Teacher - Hiring Now

Zen Educate Inc.; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 43,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay by direct deposit

Professional development (in-app certs

Additional role-specific certs

Paid sick leave

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Zen Educate Inc. in San Francisco is seeking substitute preschool teachers for the 2026–2027 school year across Bay Area sites.

Roles include mid-term and daily substitutes, with you working in a classroom Monday through Friday, supporting students and staff on a consistent daily basis. Responsibilities include leading daily routines, creating a safe and engaging learning environment, and supporting social, emotional, and academic growth in collaboration with co-teachers and staff.

Qualifications

• At least 12 semester units in Early Childhood Education/CHDV or Child Development Permit.
• A minimum of 6 months of experience in a licensed childcare centre or similar group setting.
• Must be reliable, professional, and passionate about early learning.
• CHDV or ECE Units and permits are preferred qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily classroom routines and activities for children ages 2–5.
• Create a safe, nurturing, and engaging learning environment.
• Support children’s social, emotional, and academic growth.
• Collaborate with co-teachers and staff to follow curriculum plans.
• Communicate effectively with staff and families.
• Maintain classroom organization, safety, and licensing standards.

Education

12+ CHDV or ECE Units

Child Development Permit

6 months licensed childcare experience

Reliability and professionalism

Job description

Job Description

We’re Hiring Now for the 2026–2027 school year! We’re hiring multiple substitute preschool teachers to support school districts and private preschool centres. The roles vary from mid-term substitute placements, with you working directly in a classroom Monday through Friday, supporting students and staff on a consistent, daily basis. We also have availability for our daily substitute program, where you can choose which centres / hours work best for you!

About Zen Educate

Zen Educate partners with public and charter schools across various school districts. We help schools hire dedicated paraprofessionals and teaching assistants, creating smart, timely matches that support students with special education needs and build stronger school communities.

Solving the Classroom Staffing Crisis at the Root

We believe the best way to solve the teacher shortage is by removing barriers and investing directly in our educators. If you are already qualified for a California Child Development Permit, we want to help you take that next step.

When you work with us, you get:

• Step-by-step guidance through the entire CTC application process.


• 100% of your permit fees covered by us.

We have opportunities in Early Childhood Education roles across countless sites all over the Bay Area - including but not limited to South SF, Oakland, San Mateo, the East Bay, and other surrounding communities. A single application puts you in consideration for all available locations near you or your preferred area.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead daily classroom routines and activities for children ages 2–5


• Create a safe, nurturing, and engaging learning environment


• Support children’s social, emotional, and academic growth


• Collaborate with co-teachers and staff to follow curriculum plans


• Communicate effectively with staff and families


• Maintain classroom organization, safety, and licensing standards

Required Qualifications

• At least 12 semester units in Early Childhood Education/CHDV or Child Development Permit


• A minimum of 6 months of experience in a licensed childcare centre or similar group setting


• Must be reliable, professional, and passionate about early learning

License/Certification

• 12+ CHDV or ECE Units

Preferred Qualifications

• Early childhood education:1 year


• Bilingual in English/Spanish


• Pediatric CPR/First Aid certified

Salary

Pay: $27 - $31 per hour

Schedule: Flexibility of work, Monday through Friday

Benefits and other offerings

• Weekly pay by direct deposit, with paper check available on request


• Professional development, including in-app training, paid role-specific certifications where applicable, and additional development opportunities depending on role and location


• Paid sick leave in accordance with applicable state and local law


• Medical, dental, and vision insurance available when eligibility requirements are met, which includes working more than 1,560 hours in a 12 month period.


• 401(k) retirement plan with no employer match available when eligibility requirements are met, which includes working more than 1,000 hours in a 12 month period or more than 500 hours/year in a 24 month period.

Ref: #SFECETZA-Nov26