Looking for a role that fits your lifestyle and fills you with purpose?
Location: KidsPoint C Street
Organizational Overview:
For over 130 years, Waypoint has been dedicated to inspiring people to move forward. We continuously evolve to meet the ever-changing needs of individuals, children, and families in our community through a variety of services and resources. Through this work, we remain devoted to improving lives and strengthening our community.
Waypoint Values
· Having Compassion
· Instilling Ownership
· Empowering People
· Embracing Diversity
Position Summary:
Do you love working with children of all ages? Join our team as a Part-Time Substitute Teacher and help create a fun, safe, and engaging environment for children aged 6 weeks to 5 years. Every day is different, meaningful, and full of energy.
Whether you’re a student, caregiver, retiree, or just someone who loves working with kids, this role provides you with the flexibility you need and an opportunity to make a difference!
Pay & Schedule
Starting Pay: $14.50/hour
Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday 6:30AM-5:45PM
Schedule: Part-Time
Schedule will be published weekly based on program needs and candidate availability.
Shift: Variable Hours
Why You’ll Love This Job
· Flexible Schedule – provide your availability weekly
· Make a lasting impact in children’s early development
· Great opportunity to grow your skills in education and child development
· Stay active and engaged—no two days are the same
· No nights or weekends!
What You’ll Do
As an Substitute Teacher, you’ll jump in to support our classrooms and help create a save, fun, and engaging environment for children.
In this role, you will:
· Help lead fun, age-appropriate activities and learning experiences that keep kids engaged
· Support children’s social, emotional, and physical development
· Build positive relationships with children, families, and team members
· Use positive guidance to encourage good behavior and problem-solving
· Help maintain a clean and organized classroom
· Assist with daily routines including meals, hygiene, and transitions
· Communicate with families and team members
· Help maintain required documentation and licensing standards
What You’ll Bring
We’re looking for someone who brings energy, positivity, and a genuine love for working with children.
You’ll thrive in this role if you are:
· Have a caring, patient, and positive approach to working with children
· Dependable and Responsible – you show up and follow through
· A strong communicator who works well with others
· A team player who enjoys collaboration
· Able to take and give direction and feedback
· Adaptable and able to jump into different classrooms and routines
· Able to handle situations with care and professionalism
· Aligned with Waypoint’s Values: Have Compassion, Instill Ownership, Empower People, and Embrace Diversity.
Requirements
What You’ll Need
To be successful in this role, you should:
· Be at least 16 years old
· Have a high school diploma or GED (or in progress)
· Have childcare experience (preferred, not required – we’re happy to train the right person)
· Have reliable transportation and a strong commitment to being on time
· Feel confident interacting with children and communicating with parents
· Be willing and able to complete required trainings (CPR/First Aid, Mandatory Reporter, etc.)
· Be able to stay active throughout your shift and lift up to 50 lbs.
· Have the ability to meet background check and health screening requirements
Ready to make a difference with Waypoint? Apply today and join a team that makes every day count!
