Choose When You Teach - Preschool Teachers

Choose when you work. Pick the classrooms you prefer. Get paid weekly.

About the Role

ECE Substitutes is a staffing agency exclusively for licensed early childhood programs. We support preschools, childcare centers, Head Start programs, and Pre-K classrooms by providing vetted substitute teachers when schools need coverage.

• This is not a full-time position and not a guaranteed schedule.


• This role is ideal for educators who want flexibility, variety, and control over their schedule.


• Once approved, you’ll be able to pick up substitute shifts that fit your availability — no minimum hours and no long-term commitment.

What Makes This Different

• You choose when you work


• No lesson planning


• No parent conferences


• No evenings or weekends


• Work in licensed centers only


• Pick the age groups you prefer


• Weekly pay

Responsibilities

• Provide classroom coverage in licensed early childhood programs


• Support children ages birth–6 years


• Follow center routines, schedules, and classroom expectations


• Maintain a safe, positive learning environment


• Communicate professionally with center staff


• Follow all health, safety, and licensing guidelines

Requirements

• Experience working with children in an early childhood setting


• Resume required


• Ability to pass required background checks


• Reliable transportation


• Professional, dependable, and flexible


• Ability to follow center policies and procedures

(CDA or ECE coursework is a plus, but not required unless stated for specific placements.)

Important Expectations

• This is a substitute/on-call role


• Shifts are not guaranteed


• Teachers choose shifts after approval


• Background checks are required before accessing shifts


• No-shows or repeated cancellations may result in removal from the pool

Who This Role Is Great For

• Teachers between jobs


• Burned-out full-time educators


• Retired teachers


• Parents with school-aged children


• College students in ECE programs


• Educators looking for supplemental income

How the Process Works

1. Apply and upload your resume


2. Complete required screening and background checks


3. Get approved into our substitute pool


4. Pick up shifts that fit your schedule

Join our vetted substitute pool and start choosing shifts that work for you.