Substitute Teacher

Benefits: 401(k)401(k) matchingCompany partiesCompetitive salaryDental insuranceEmployee discountsFlexible scheduleFree food & snacksFree uniformsHealth insuranceOpportunity for advancementPaid time offTraining & developmentTuition assistanceVision insuranceWellness resources Substitute Teacher – Early Childhood Education Company: LeafSpring School at Cornelius Location: 18110 Statesville Rd., Cornelius, NC 28031 Job Type: Full-Time or Part-Time Substitute Compensation: Competitive Pay | Based on Experience Industry: Early Childhood Education | Preschool | Child Care Services Inspire Young Minds — Join LeafSpring as a Substitute Teacher! Do you love working with children and enjoy bringing positive energy into the classroom? LeafSpring School at Cornelius is looking for dependable, flexible, and nurturing Substitute Teachers to join our school community. As a Substitute Teacher, you will play an important role in helping our classrooms continue to run smoothly when additional support is needed. You may work with children from infancy through school age, making this a great opportunity for someone who enjoys variety, building relationships, and making a difference wherever they are needed. Whether you are looking for full-time hours or a flexible part-time opportunity, we would love to meet you! Why Work at LeafSpring? Competitive pay based on experienceFull-time and part-time opportunities availableNo evenings or weekendsHeavily discounted childcare tuition for eligible employeesFree access to our Get Well Place for your child when illPaid training and professional development opportunitiesTuition reimbursement opportunities for eligible employeesDaily meals providedPositive, team-centered work environmentSupportive leadership and mentorshipOpportunities to grow within LeafSpringEligible benefits based on employment status Your Role as a Substitute Teacher Our Substitute Teachers provide dependable classroom coverage and support throughout the school based on daily staffing and enrollment needs. You will work alongside our teaching teams to maintain a safe, nurturing, engaging, and developmentally appropriate environment for every child. Because substitutes may support different classrooms, flexibility and the ability to quickly become part of a classroom's established routine are important to this role. Key Responsibilities Classroom Support & Supervision Provide classroom coverage and support as assigned by school leadershipMaintain active supervision and accountability of children at all timesFollow established classroom schedules, routines, lesson plans, and transitionsEngage children in age-appropriate learning experiences, play, and activitiesSupport children's social, emotional, cognitive, and physical developmentAssist with meals, diapering, toileting, rest periods, transitions, and other daily routines as appropriateMaintain a safe, clean, organized, and welcoming classroom environmentFollow all health, sanitation, infection control, safety, and licensing requirementsSupport positive guidance and age-appropriate classroom management practicesSupervise children appropriately during indoor and outdoor activities Communication & Family Engagement Build warm and positive relationships with children, families, and coworkersGreet families professionally and provide excellent customer serviceCommunicate important classroom information to the appropriate teacher or member of leadershipComplete required classroom documentation and daily information as assignedFollow school procedures for communicating incidents, injuries, concerns, and other important informationMaintain confidentiality regarding children, families, employees, and school information Teamwork & Professionalism Work collaboratively with lead teachers, assistant teachers, substitutes, and school leadershipDemonstrate flexibility when supporting different classrooms and age groupsArrive on time and prepared for scheduled shiftsMaintain a professional and positive attitudeFollow LeafSpring School policies, procedures, dress code, and brand standardsParticipate in required trainings, meetings, and professional development opportunitiesMaintain required certifications and training documentationBe willing to assist with additional campus needs when appropriate Qualifications Must be at least 18 years oldHigh school diploma or GED requiredGenuine love for working with childrenDependable, patient, nurturing, and flexibleStrong communication and teamwork skillsAbility to adapt to different classrooms, teaching teams, and age groupsComfortable working with children from infancy through school ageAbility to follow classroom routines and directions from teachers and leadershipTechnology proficiency and willingness to learn school communication and documentation systemsCPR and First Aid Certification preferred or willingness to obtain as requiredPrevious childcare, preschool, teaching, babysitting, camp, or youth-program experience preferredEarly Childhood Education coursework, credentials, or a CDA are a plus Scheduling Substitute Teachers may be scheduled based on school staffing needs and individual availability. Candidates should have availability during our operating hours of 6:30 AM–6:00 PM, Monday through Friday. Both full-time and part-time candidates are encouraged to apply. Physical & Work Environment Requirements Candidates must be able to: Lift up to 50 poundsBend, kneel, sit, stand, walk, and move throughout the daySit and engage with children at their levelActively participate in classroom and playground activitiesWork both indoors and outdoors in varying temperaturesSupervise active classroom and playground environmentsPositively interact with children, families, coworkers, and visitors throughout the workday Make a Difference — One Classroom at a Time At LeafSpring School at Cornelius, our Substitute Teachers are an important part of our school community. Your flexibility and support help provide consistency for our children, families, and teaching teams every day. If you are dependable, caring, energetic, and passionate about working with children, we would love to hear from you. Apply today to join the LeafSpring School at Cornelius team! 18110 Statesville Rd. | Cornelius, NC 28031 LeafSpring School is an equal opportunity employer. Employment opportunities are provided without discrimination in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. This franchise is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchise. All inquiries about employment at this franchise should be made directly to the franchise location, and not to LeafSpring School Corporate.