Substitute Teacher

Rainbow Gardens is a Waldorf early childhood program in Northfield, Vermont, serving children ages two through six. Subbing at Rainbow Gardens is delightful because the days are wholesome, playful, and full of joy.

About the role
Substitute teachers support our classrooms when regular staff are away. You will step into an existing rhythm, helping children feel safe, seen, and cared for throughout their day.

Key responsibilities

• Supervise safe and nurturing indoor and outdoor play

• Help children with bathroom breaks and handwashing

• Support nap and rest time

• Help children get ready to go outside and to come back in

• Assist with light classroom clean up and end of day reset

• Follow the lead teacher’s guidance and the classroom rhythm

Schedule and availability

• Typical sub hours are 8:30 to 3:30 on weekdays

• Sometimes sub needs are scheduled ahead of time

• Often we reach out in the evening before or early the same morning

• Being responsive and letting us know quickly, with a clear yes or no, is very helpful for planning

Qualifications

Required

• Genuine interest in Waldorf education and early childhood

• Warm, calm presence with young children

• Willingness to work outdoors in all Vermont seasons

• Successful completion of a background check, including fingerprinting

• Completion of First Aid and CPR training

• Completion of Mandatory Reporter training

Rainbow Gardens will provide and pay for First Aid and CPR and Mandatory Reporter training if you do not already have them.

Preferred

• Experience in education or childcare

• Comfort supporting a mixed age group of young children

Compensation

• Pay is 25 dollars per hour

How to apply

Interested substitute candidates should email to office@rainbowgardensvt.org to connect.

You will:

1. Speak with the Administrative Director

2. Come in for a tour and short classroom observation

3. Hear back from us if the team feels it is a good fit to have you sub

4. Complete a brief orientation and any needed trainings before your first sub day