Early Childhood Permitted Substitute Teacher

Company: TEACH-LA
Location: Alhambra
Posted on: February 16, 2026

Job Description:

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 educator · Professional training from trusted education partners · Paid, on-the-job classroom experience · Job placements with real opportunities to grow in early childhood education Our 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 guidelines · Supervise children during classroom and outdoor activities · Conduct 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 activities · Support parent-teacher conferences and occasional home visits · Supervise Teacher Assistants and provide feedback · Travel 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 required · A.A. Degree or higher and 12 ECE units highly preferred · 3 units in Infant/Toddler care preferred · CPR/First Aid certification · Strong knowledge of ECE theory, child development, and classroom management · Excellent observation, organizational, and communication skills · Valid CA Driver’s License & proof of insurance or reliable transportation · DOJ fingerprint clearance (Livescan with CA Community Care Licensing) · Bilingual skills a plus Special Requirements · TB test (within past 11 months) & health screen clearance · Immunizations: MMR, Tdap, Flu · COVID-19 vaccination or approved exemption · Ability to lift 25 lbs. and meet physical demands of working with young children

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