Substitute Childcare Teacher

About Patch

Patch Caregiving provides backup childcare to workers through their employers, because no one should have to choose between showing up to work and showing up for their families. Our care spaces are located within parents' workplaces for easy drop-off and pick-up.

The Role

We're looking for a kind, motivated on call substitute teacher to manage our play-based, multi-age care room. You'll care for children ages 2–12, lead activities and curriculum, communicate with parents, and keep the space safe, clean, and fun.

We have a consistent weekly need for coverage every Thursday from ~10 am- 4 pm in addition to coverage for day shifts during the week (~10 am - 4 pm) as needed at our site in Middletown, PA. This is not a seasonal position; we need long-term, ongoing coverage.

Schedule — Please Read Before Applying

This is a part-time, variable-schedule position. A few things to understand upfront:

Shift schedules are typically finalized the Friday before the upcoming week. You'll receive a notification via our scheduling tool or a message from your Regional Care Director confirming your start time for the following day.

Shift times vary based on employer schedules, so start and end times are not always predictable in advance.

Specific hours are confirmed the Friday before the upcoming week.

If you need a fixed, predictable weekly schedule, this role may not be the right fit. If you're flexible and available on short notice, we'd love to talk.

What You'll Do

• Ensure safety and wellbeing of all children in the care room
• Lead age-appropriate activities and manage group dynamics with empathy and skill
• Communicate regularly with parents and handle emergencies calmly
• Plan and implement curriculum and hands-on activities
• Maintain records, paperwork, and a clean, organized space
• Collaborate with fellow teachers and the Center Director
• Participate in ongoing training and occasional enrollment/outreach events

Basic Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 1+ year of experience as a Lead Teacher in a daycare, preschool, or similar setting (babysitting/nannying does not qualify)
• Knowledge of child development and age-appropriate learning
• Experience with diapering and knowledge of diapering best practices for toddlers
• Familiarity with toilet training approaches and ability to support children at various stages of the process
• Strong communication skills with children and parents