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Early Childhood Substitute Associate Teacher

CompanyTEACH-LA
LocationLos Angeles
Work ModeOn Site
PostedMay 2, 2026
About The Company
About TEACH-LA TEACH-LA is a groundbreaking workforce development initiative designed to solve pressing issues in the education industry: grow the Early Childhood workforce and provide a living wage career path. Our program focuses on preparing educators in Los Angeles County to teach and nurture children between the ages of 18 months and 4 years old. By providing educational opportunities, on-the-job work experience, and a supportive community; TEACH-LA empowers aspiring teachers to make a meaningful impact on the lives of young learners. TEACH-LA was seeded by the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services to provide a career entry program for low-income individuals into the education industry. Policy and program development is provided by Pacific Asian Consortium in Employment (PACE), a community development non-profit created in 1976 that serves more than 40,000 low-income Angelenos each year.
About the Role

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-LAWe 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/


Substitute Associate Teacher

Job Purpose

The Substitute Associate Teacher will work under general supervision, supporting the care, instruction, and development of preschool-aged children. This includes assisting in lesson planning, supervising daily activities, serving meals, and ensuring a safe, healthy environment.


Key Responsibilities

  • Share teaching duties with a Teacher I or II
  • Supervise children in indoor/outdoor settings
  • Prepare snacks/meals & maintain clean food areas
  • Promote healthy hygiene habits (including diapering as needed)
  • Assist in lesson planning & developmental assessments
  • Support teacher-parent conferences & occasional home visits
  • Maintain records (attendance, progress, assessments)
  • Set up classrooms & organize materials
  • Travel to various school locations (15 mile radius)

Requirements

Qualifications

  • 12 completed ECE/CD units required (AA degree or higher preferred)
  • Minimum 6 months–1 year experience with preschool children (Head Start experience a plus)
  • Strong understanding of child development & classroom management
  • CPR/First Aid certification
  • 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 vaccination or approved exemption
  • Ability to lift 25 lbs. and meet physical demands of active work with young children
Key Skills
Early childhood educationLesson planningClassroom managementChild developmentSupervisionFirst aidCPRHygiene promotionRecord keepingDevelopmental assessmentsBilingual skills
Categories
EducationSocial Services
Benefits
Competitive payFlexible schedulesPaid trainingProfessional developmentChild Development Permit reimbursementReferral bonuses
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
The Substitute Associate Teacher supports the care, instruction, and development of preschool-aged children by assisting with lesson planning and daily activities. They are responsible for maintaining a safe environment, supervising children, and managing classroom records.
📋Job Type
full time
💰Salary Range
$22 - $26
📊Experience Level
0-2
💼Company Size
8
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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