Substitute Teacher (spring & Summer 2025)

Help us in shaping young minds and creating unforgettable learning experiences for campers by serving as an on-call Substitute Teacher to lead and deliver a dynamic STEAM curriculum, collaborating with staff counselors to create exciting, interactive experiences for campers. This role is perfect for an educator with strong classroom management skills. The substitute may also support RAFT Administrators with program operations.

This is a temporary position with the opportunity to work 37.5 to 40 hours per week, depending on the camp site. This role comes with a competitive hourly pay range of $50.00 per hour.

If you’re ready to make an impact and enjoy a rewarding experience, we’d love to hear from you!

Sample of responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Curriculum Facilitation:

• Deliver RAFT's STEAM curriculum, making adaptations as needed to maximize camper engagement.

Classroom Management:

• Manage a classroom of up to 20 campers, fostering a collaborative and fun learning environment conducive to group activities.

Training & Preparation:

• Participate in at least 9 hours of onboarding training, professional development, and staff meetings before camp starts.

Classroom Environment:

• Establish and maintain a clean, organized classroom by instilling good habits of cleanliness in students.

Minimal Supervision:

• Operate with minimal supervision from the Site director at the assigned site.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Provide supervisory support for 1-2 Teaching Assistants assigned to assist with learning activities.

Requirements:

• CBEST, valid California Teaching Credential, or enrollment in/completion of a teaching credential program.
• At least 1 year of experience in teaching or managing student programs.

                                      

Qualifications & Skills:

• Genuine interest in working with young children in a K-5 education setting.

• Availability to commit to at least one week, five days a week.

• Ability to quickly learn and facilitate new materials.

• Creative, patient, and positive demeanor.

• Strong multitasking, prioritization, and time management skills.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.