SALARY: $24.30 - $28.30 Hourly
DEPARTMENT: Parks and Recreation
OPENING DATE: 05/12/2025
CLOSING DATE: 05/30/2025
DESCRIPTION:
Substitute preschool instructor plans, organizes, and implements a program of instruction for preschool as part of scheduled recreation activities; develops courses to be a part of preschool, inventories, and maintains material and equipment requirements for program; supervises and trains Preschool aides and volunteer assistants to assist in conducting the program as needed; assists in publicizing programs to the general public; represents the City before general public as part of assigned functions; coordinates assigned program activities with other departmental programs.
Class Characteristics
This classification differs from that of a Preschool Teacher which is an as needed position. Substitute teachers are responsible for assisting the preschool teachers as needed, on an on-call basis with no set schedule. This is a part-time temporary, non-benefited position limited to 995 hours per fiscal year.
Supervision Received and Exercised
Receives direct or general direction from the Recreation Coordinator. Exercises no direct supervision over staff.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.
Engage with participants in a variety of positive, fun, and age-appropriate activities. Typical activities include, but are not limited to: arts, crafts, reading, snack preparation, indoor and outdoor play, field trips, and special events.
Supervises program participants.
Assists with leading activities, programs, and events.
Maintains a positive and safe work environment.
Encourages participation and facilitates activities.
Supports fellow Preschool Teachers and participates in maintenance of facility and equipment.
Attend staff meetings and respect departmental policies and procedures.
Answer questions and field complaints from customers and refer them to appropriate staff.
Performs other duties as required.
Open and close classrooms and facilities for weekday, weekend, and evening recreation classes and events.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Must be 18 years of age and have an equivalent of two years college and minimum of one year experience in facilitating a program for preschool age children or two years related experience in a leadership position working with preschool age children. At least 15 units of college level courses in Early Childhood Education are mandatory. Current Certifications in CPR and First Aid are desirable. The Preschool Instructor should have knowledge of safety precautions, and should possess a positive and enthusiastic attitude.
Ability to:
Understand and follow written and oral instructions.
Manage time effectively, show initiative, and work independently.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with teammates, parents, volunteers, and other members of the community.
Learn policies and procedures applicable to the operation of the City.
Work with a diverse population in a tactful and effective manner.
Work and communicate effectively in a team setting.
Transport self to and from work.
Education and Experience
Must have 500 HOURS of related work experience, such as: facilitating recreation/educational classes, recreational camp experience for youth/teens, experience in a daycare setting, or environmental/educational classes.
- Must have a high school diploma/GED
- Must have a valid California Driver's License
- Must be CPR and First Aid certified
- Must be able to provide transportation to and from work.
Licenses and Certificates
Current CPR and First Aid certification are desirable. (CPR and First Aid certification and re-certification will be offered to new employees on June 13, 2025).
Must be able to provide official documentation of hours and certifications obtained within Early Childhood Education.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:
Various Program and Various Program Hours
Substitute hours are not guaranteed and may vary.
Typical Preschool Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:45 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.
Typical Lunch Bunch Schedule: Monday through Thursday, noon to 2 p.m.
Worked hours outside the typical schedule can be up to 7 hours a month
Physical Demands
Must be able to stand, sit, bend, squat, climb, kneel, jump, run, twist and reach, and lift and carry weight of 30 pounds or less while coordinating and or/ supervising activities.
Application and Selection Process
If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit your City of Cupertino employment application
to Human Resource. Final Filing Date: Open Until Filled. This recruitment is subject to close at any time. Applications must be filled out completely. Failure to complete the supplemental application
will disqualify the applicant from the recruitment process. Failure to list work experience or stating
"See Resume" in the work experience section of the application will be considered an incomplete
application and subject to rejection. Resumes may be attached separately. Electronic applications may
be submitted online through the City's employment page at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/cupertino , or application materials may be submitted to: Human Resources, 10300 Torre Avenue, Cupertino, CA 95014. Late applications will not be accepted. Applications will be screened according to the qualifications outlined in this job announcement.
Applicants possessing the most desirable qualifications will be invited to continue in the selection process, which may include an interview.
Additional Information
The City of Cupertino is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on
the basis of a person's race, religion, color, sex (including gender and pregnancy), sexual orientation
(Including heterosexuality, homosexuality, and bisexuality), national origin, ancestry, citizenship status,
uniformed service member status, marital status, age, medical condition, genetic characteristics, and
physical or mental disability. Candidates with a disability, which may require special assistance in any
phase of the application or testing process, should advise City of Cupertino Human Resources upon
submittal of application. Documentation of the need for accommodation must accompany the request.
The information contained within this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice and
does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.
Preschool Teacher – Substitute Supplemental Questionnaire
* 1. A completed supplemental application must be submitted along with a completed City of
Cupertino application to be considered further. Please provide a response to each question and limit your responses to no more than 300 words. Please select "Yes" below to confirm you have read these instructions and continue to the supplemental questions.
* 2. What do you feel makes you qualified to be a Preschool Teacher? What experience do you have working with preschool age children and programs, daycare settings, or afterschool programs?
* Required Questions
