About the posting
“Whether you're advancing your career in early care and education, seeking a flexible work schedule, or transitioning toward retirement, substitute teaching with Wonderschool could be the perfect fit for you!”
Read the full posting on Wonderschool's site
Seen live Oct 23, 2026; first seen Oct 20, 2026.
Pay in context
Wonderschool does not list pay for this role. 27 percent of education and teaching postings in North Carolina do; their median is $42,500.
How long it has been open
Posted Oct 15, 2026, 9 days ago, and seen on Wonderschool's careers page today.
At 9 days old, it is under the 37-day median.
Wonderschool at a glance
Wonderschool has 37 open postings that we can see, 14 in education and teaching; 8 percent list pay.
The application
Applying goes through Greenhouse.
Trailhead fills Greenhouse, Lever and Ashby forms on your computer; on the phone and on other systems it hands you your answers and your resume.
Seniority
The posting mentions 18+ years.
Place and cost of living
On site in North Carolina; prices in NC run 6 percent below the US average.
The education and teaching market in North Carolina
56 education and teaching postings in North Carolina are open right now, from 11 employers.
Half of them have been open 37 days or less.
From Wonderschool's posting
This is Wonderschool's own text, as published on its job board. We last checked it on Oct 23, 2026. Apply on Wonderschool's site. We remove a posting when the employer closes it.
Are you passionate about working with young children? Whether you're advancing your career in early care and education, seeking a flexible work schedule, or transitioning toward retirement, substitute teaching with Wonderschool could be the perfect fit for you!
We are hiring Preschool and Daycare Substitute Teachers in Leland, NC and surrounding areas in Brunswick County. Wonderschool partners with local preschools and childcare centers to build a flexible substitute teaching platform - and we encourage you to apply!
What You'll Do as a Substitute Teacher
- Fill in for teachers on leave (vacation, illness, personal matters)
- Provide a safe, nurturing, and engaging learning experience for children
- Engage children in a variety of activities: educational games, arts & crafts, music, meals, outdoor play, and more
- Work with a team of teachers, following the guidance of the onsite program director
- Communicate with families about their child’s day and progress
- Complete a training and onboarding process with Wonderschool
Compensation & Incentives
- Earn $14-$18/hour , up to $144/day
- $75 First Job Bonus - work within 30 days of completing onboarding
- $250 Bonus at 40 hours - with CPR/First Aid certification complete
- $200 Bonus - awarded for every 200 hours of substitute teaching
- $250 Monthly Bonus - for completing 150+ hours within one calendar month
- $250 Referral Bonus - for qualifying teachers
- Reimbursement - for required training costs
- Flexible Schedule - Choose your working location, days, and hours! Shifts typically range from 4 to 8 hours, between 6 AM and 6 PM
Substitute Teacher Qualifications / Who You Are
- At least 18 years old
- Experience in child care, teaching, or working with children ages 0-5
- Patient, dependable, and excited to support young children as they learn and grow
- Able to pass a state background check and complete a TB test / physical
Have one of the following
- High school diploma or equivalent GED;
- Child Development Associate (CDA) credential;
- EDU 119 Early Childhood Credential;
- ECE AA or BA Degree;
- 1+ years of experience working in a licensed childcare facility
Apply today to join our community of substitute teachers making a lasting impact on children's lives in Leland!