Early Childhood Center (ECC) - Substitute Teachers

SDJA

San Diego, California

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Background Investigation, Child Development, Childcare, Communication Skills, Diversity, Early Childhood Education, English Language, Entrepreneurship, Genetics, Housekeeping/Cleaning, Lift/Move 50 Pounds, Maintain Compliance, Medical Conditions, Military, On Call, Philosophy, Procedure Development, Regulations, Safety Compliance, Safety Standards, State Laws and Regulations, Team Player, Training/Teaching, Training/Teaching Curriculum
LOCATION
San Diego, California
POSTED
8 days ago
San Diego Jewish Academy (SDJA) serves students from 14 months through 12th grade on a beautiful, 56-acre campus.  We are seeking mature, positive, and caring team members to join our Early Childhood Center (ECC) as on-call Substitute Teachers.
 
If you love working with young children, thrive in dynamic classroom environments, and enjoy being part of a warm and collaborative team, we encourage you to apply.  ECC Substitutes play an essential role in maintaining consistency, safety, and joy in our classrooms when regular teachers are out. 

As an ECC Substitute Teacher, you will:
  • Support classroom teachers in implementing daily schedules and planned activities.
  • Supervise and actively engage with children in a safe, nurturing environment.
  • Provide clear and consistent expectations for behavior.
  • Assist children with daily routines and basic needs.
  • Maintain classroom cleanliness and organization, including light cleaning and disinfecting as needed.
  • Ensure compliance with all health and safety regulations.
  • Communicate respectfully and professionally with staff and families.
  • Adapt quickly to different classroom and age groups as assigned.
You're a great fit if you:
  • Demonstrate warmth and patience towards children, parents and colleagues.
  • Work collaboratively and effectively with others - you know when to laugh, when to be serious, and how to bring positive energy into a room.
  • Communicate clearly and professionally in English (both written and verbal).
  • Maintain confidentiality and sound judgment.
  • Stay flexible and solution-oriented when plans shift - you focus on what's possible.
  • Meet and exceed safety standards - follow established procedures carefully.
Qualifications:
  • A passion for, and knowledge of, the social, emotional and creative needs of young children.
  • Six months' experience working with young children, preferably in a licensed childcare setting.
  • Coursework in Child Development or Early Childhood Education strongly preferred.
    A fully qualified candidate will have all of the following:
    • 3 units in Infant/Toddler Development
    • 6 units in Child Development Program/Curriculum
    • 3 units in Child, Family and Community or Child and Family Relations
    • 3 units in Child/Human Growth Development
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
  • Sufficient mobility, strength and full range of body motion for: sitting, walking, standing, bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling, crawling, twisting, grasping, fine manipulation, pushing/pulling, reaching, stooping, using smell and touch, working outside and vision and hearing.
  • Ability to work with cleaning and sanitizing supplies.
What We Offer:
  • The opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young children.
  • A supportive, team-oriented environment.
  • Low student-to-teacher ratios.
  • Competitive hourly compensation.
  • Free kosher lunches.
  • Sick time eligibility (in accordance with state law).
Compensation Range:
$20-$25 per hour (on-call).
Compensation is based on experience, education, and practical knowledge.
 
Join us in helping our youngest learners grow with curiosity, confidence and kindness in a community rooted in respect and purpose.  
If this mission resonates with your experience and passion, we would love to hear from you!
 
About SDJA:
For more than 40 years, SDJA has been a leader in education as a pluralistic preschool - 12th grade school serving the Jewish community on our beautiful 56-acre campus.  Our mission is to empower each student to learn for life, guided by Jewish values and rooted in the strength of community.  We are shaping the foundation of future thinkers, creators and community leaders by blending modern education with deeper purpose and meaning. Students are inspired to embrace creativity, innovation and entrepreneurial thinking in their learning, shaping them to become leaders of integrity, social responsibility, and architects of change. 

Community & Inclusivity
San Diego Jewish Academy (SDJA) is a community of learners rooted in Jewish values and committed to preparing students to live and lead in a diverse and complex world.  We welcome students, families, faculty, staff, and trustees from a wide range of backgrounds, identities, and experiences.  Our community values diversity across many dimensions, including race, ethnicity, culture, religion, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, family structure, and economic background.  As a pluralistic Jewish day school, SDJA affirms the importance of Jewish identity, tradition, and connection to the Jewish people and Israel while embracing a diversity of perspectives within our community.
 
Equal Employment Opportunity
SDJA is an equal opportunity employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, religion, creed, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic information, disability, medical condition, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.  Consistent with its mission as a Jewish day school, SDJA seeks candidates whose professional values and educational philosophy align with the School's mission and institutional goals.  As an educational community, SDJA seeks employees who demonstrate professionalism, respect for others, and the ability to engage thoughtfully across differences.  The School will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities unless doing so would create an undue hardship.  If you require an accommodation in order to apply for a position or participate in the interview process, please contact Human Resources.
 
Employment Requirements
SDJA is unable to provide immigration sponsorships such as H1B Visas.  
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States and be willing to undergo both Live Scan background check and TB screening as part of the hiring process.
 
California Compliance Notice
In accordance with California law (Education Code §44939.5, as amended by SB 848), applicants for all positions with SDJA are required to disclose all current and former employment with educational institutions.  Any offer of employment will be contingent upon the completion of required employment verifications.

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