Substitute Teacher (Infant – School-Age)

Job Classification : Part-time / As-Needed, At-Will, Hourly Non-Exempt

Salary Range : $22 – $25 per hour (Commensurate with Experience)

Primary Location : Corporate Office – 13465 Camino Canada, Ste 110C, El Cajon, CA 92021 (Provides substitute coverage across all Children's Choice sites in San Diego County)

Position Summary

Children's Choice Learning Centers, a trusted early education program with multiple locations across San Diego County, is seeking reliable and caring Substitute (Floating) Teachers to provide classroom coverage for Infant, Toddler, Preschool, and School-Age programs on an as-needed basis. This position may also assist as a Teacher's Aide when needed. Floating Teachers help maintain a nurturing, safe, and developmentally appropriate environment while supporting the regular teaching staff and ensuring compliance with licensing and company policies. The ideal candidate is patient, professional, and adaptable-comfortable stepping into any classroom and providing consistent, high-quality care and supervision.

Key Responsibilities

• Support classroom staff in implementing daily routines and age-appropriate activities.
• Supervise and engage with children in a warm, positive, and safe manner at all times.
• Assist with diapering, feeding, toileting, and nap supervision as needed (Infant / Toddler rooms).
• Follow lesson plans or classroom schedules provided by the lead teacher or director.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe classroom environment in accordance with licensing and company standards.
• Communicate effectively with staff, children, and families to support continuity of care.
• Uphold company values of teamwork, reliability, and respect across all centers.

Qualifications

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

Travel & Mileage Policy

This position may be assigned to any Children's Choice location throughout San Diego County. - Mileage reimbursement applies only when traveling between two or more work sites during the same workday. - Travel time between centers during the workday is paid at the employee's regular hourly rate. - Commuting from home to the assigned location and back home is not eligible for mileage reimbursement.