Job Description
Job Description
Description :
Make a Difference with TEACH-LA!
Are you passionate about helping children grow and thrive? Join TEACH-LA for hands-on experience, flexible hours, and career support while making a lasting impact in early childhood education.
Why You’ll Love Working With Us
- Competitive pay that values your skills and experience
- Flexible schedules – full-time, part-time, and on-call options available
- Paid training & professional development to grow your career
- Gain valuable experience working directly with children
- Child Development Permit reimbursement to support your career journey
- Referral bonuses for bringing great teachers to the team
- Career pathway in a growing field with room to advance
About TEACH-LA
We prepare educators to nurture young children through training, on-the-job experience, and a supportive professional network so you can succeed in your ECE career.
TEACH Track is our workforce initiative designed to open doors for those who need it most—including English language learners and individuals who have been long-term unemployed . Funded by the U.S. Department of Labor, TEACH Track helps you overcome barriers to entering the early childhood field by providing :
Financial assistance to cover the upfront costs of becoming an educatorProfessional training from trusted education partnersPaid, on-the-job classroom experienceJob placements with real opportunities to grow in early childhood educationOur mission is to expand access to quality jobs while preparing the next generation of educators to nurture and inspire young children.
Learn more : https : / / teach-la.com /
Permitted Substitute Teacher
Job Purpose
As a Permitted Substitute Teacher , you will deliver high-quality Early Childhood Development services to preschool-aged children, supporting their educational, social, physical, nutritional, and emotional growth . You will also engage with parents, maintain student records, and ensure a safe and nurturing learning environment.
Key Responsibilities
Plan and implement daily lesson plans following curriculum guidelinesSupervise children during classroom and outdoor activitiesConduct developmental assessments and maintain records (manual & digital)Prepare and serve meals; promote healthy hygiene habits (including diapering if needed)Organize and lead educational and physical activitiesSupport parent-teacher conferences and occasional home visitsSupervise Teacher Assistants and provide feedbackTravel to various school locations (minimum of 15 miles)Requirements : Qualifications
Minimum 1 year experience as a preschool teacher, aide, or assistant (Head Start experience a plus)Child Development Associate Teacher Permit or higher requiredA.A. Degree or higher and 12+ ECE units highly preferred3 units in Infant / Toddler care preferredCPR / First Aid certificationStrong knowledge of ECE theory, child development, and classroom managementExcellent observation, organizational, and communication skillsValid CA Driver’s License & proof of insurance or reliable transportationDOJ fingerprint clearance (Livescan with CA Community Care Licensing)Bilingual skills a plusSpecial Requirements
TB test (within past 11 months) & health screen clearanceImmunizations : MMR, Tdap, FluCOVID-19 vaccination or approved exemptionAbility to lift 25 lbs. and meet physical demands of working with young children