Multiple Positions Available:

• Flexible schedule with shifts available at all PACCC centers throughout Palo Alto (infant-toddler, preschool and school-age children)

About Company:

It is PACCC’s honorable mission to serve as many families as possible and help to build the future of our community through its most precious asset – the children. Since 1974, PACCC has pursued its non-profit mission of providing exceptional education and care for Palo Alto’s children, regardless of a family’s financial circumstances, with unwavering determination.

In alignment with our long-standing partners, the City of Palo Alto, Palo Alto Unified School District, California Department of Social Services and California Department of Education, PACCC is committed to serving the current and future needs of Palo Alto’s families, and actively works to eliminate barriers. Over one-third of enrollment spots are designated for financial assistance through our long-standing partners and PACCC’s own fundraising efforts.

About the Role:

We are seeking a Substitute Teacher to join our team at Palo Alto Community Child Care. As a Substitute Teacher, you will be responsible for providing a safe and nurturing environment for children while promoting their physical, emotional, and intellectual development. You will work collaboratively with other teachers and staff to ensure that the daily activities and routines are implemented effectively. Your role will be crucial in maintaining a positive and engaging learning environment for our students.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Eager to self-initiate and ask questions
• Experience working with children in a group setting
• Ability to pass a background check

Preferred Qualifications:

• Completion of 12 semester units in Early Childhood Education (ECE) or School-Age Relevant units, such as Core units (Child Development; Child, Family, Community; Curriculum), Psychology, Sociology, Nursing, Recreation, Arts, Music, Physical Education
• Experience working with diverse populations
• Experience working with children with special needs
• Bilingual

Essential Functions:

• Implement age-appropriate activities that promote social, emotional, and cognitive development
• Provide a safe and nurturing environment for children after school hours
• Maintain open communication with children and staff to ensure the well-being of each child
• Supervise and assist children with day-to-day needs
• Ensure that all children are picked up by authorized individuals
• Able to observe, see, hear and respond to children's needs in all areas of Center grounds and during off-site excursions.
• Able to safely lift 30 pounds from floor to waist level 10 to 15 times per day.
• Able to respond to a child's needs 30 feet away within 30 seconds without danger to the staff person's health.

Skills:

As a Substitute Teacher, you will need to have excellent interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with children, parents, and colleagues. You will also need to have strong team-player attitude as you move from center to center to support each program when permanent staff are absent. Additionally, you will need to have a strong understanding of child development and be able to adapt plans to meet the needs of each child. Your ability to adapt to different teaching styles and work collaboratively with other teachers and staff will be essential in ensuring a positive and engaging learning environment for our students. Finally, you will need to have a passion for working with children and be committed to providing a safe and nurturing environment for them to learn and grow.

Additional Requirements*:

• Must be vaccinated for measles and pertussis; must obtain annual flu vaccine or provide a signed declination form; must be tested for TB upon hire.
• Must complete a pre-employment physical.
• Must complete and pass a fingerprint background clearance check.

*Some may be subject to reasonable accommodation requests

Palo Alto Community Child Care is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.