Job Posting: Substitute Teacher at Seeking Bewilderment Family Daycare and Preschool
Location: East San Jose, CA (95132)
Hours: Flexible availability, Monday - Friday, between 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Are you passionate about early childhood education and inspired by nature? Join our vibrant, in-home licensed daycare and preschool as a Substitute Teacher! We embrace the Reggio Emilia approach and foster a love for learning in a nature-based environment. We’re looking for a friendly, engaging, and bubbly individual to step in and support our dynamic team when needed.
Key Responsibilities:
Supervise children at all times to ensure their safety and well-being.
Perform daily hygiene routine tasks, including diaper changing, potty training assistance, and hand washing.
Assist in implementing daily activities that encourage exploration, creativity, and connection with nature.
Engage actively with children, promoting a warm and inviting atmosphere that inspires their curiosity and development.
Maintain a clean and organized classroom to provide a safe and nurturing environment.
Help with meal prep for children’s snacks and lunches as needed.
Maintain daily logs for each child to share with parents, fostering a sense of community within the program.
Communicate updates to parents and engage families to maintain strong connections.
Qualifications:
Previous experience working with children in an educational setting is preferred.
Must be CPR and First Aid certified (required).
A friendly, bubbly personality with a genuine love for working with children.
Strong communication and collaboration skills.
A hands-on, proactive approach to inspiring and learning alongside children.
Opportunity for Growth: This position offers the chance to gain valuable experience in early childhood education while working in a supportive environment. There is also the potential for a selected substitute to join our team permanently, should a position become available.
If you’re excited to inspire and be inspired in a beautiful, nature-filled learning environment, we’d love to hear from you! Please send your resume and a brief cover letter detailing your experience and alignment with our vision by clicking the contact link.
Seeking Bewilderment is an equal opportunity employer.