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Substitute Shifts
Pick up substitute shifts when you can work, get to know different programs, and help keep local classrooms in ratio. Work flexibly and get paid the same day.
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Three steps from signup to paycheck.
Step 1
Complete your state's child care requirements with Tandem walking you through every step of the onboarding process.
Step 2
Try out different centers and find your fit. Set your own schedule, pay preferences, and age groups you want to work with.
Step 3
Finish your shift and access your earnings the same day through TandemPay.
Get matched with nearby daycares and preschools that need your skills. Set your availability, choose where you work, and get paid fast, all through the Tandem app.
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Tandem educators come from every corner of the field. What they share is the need for a schedule that flexes with their lives.
K-12 teachers and school staff picking up shifts during summer, winter break, or after the school day.
Caregivers who can't commit to a full-time schedule but still want meaningful work that fits around their family.
Aspiring educators building hours and classroom experience across age groups while finishing their degree.
Experienced educators bridging two jobs or trying out programs before committing to a permanent classroom.
Educators who choose flexibility long-term, working multiple centers and setting their own pace.
Educators easing back into child care after time away, working flexibly while they get reacclimated.
TandemPay
TandemPay puts your earnings in your hands the day you complete a shift. No two-week waits, no chasing paychecks.
Immediate access: get paid the night you finish your shift
Tandem debit card: spend your earnings right away, in store or online
Bank transfer: move your money to any U.S. bank from the app
Compliance Support
Child care licensing requirements are real, and they can feel like a hassle. We partner with you to make every step manageable.
Your file lives in your Tandem profile and goes with you to every shift.
We monitor expiration dates and deadlines so nothing slips through the cracks.
We help you keep building your educator profile as you complete new trainings and credentials.
Child care centers need substitutes in every age group. From nurturing infants to guiding preschoolers, discover where you belong.
Ages 0–12 months
Nurture babies in their earliest stages. Centers consistently need gentle, attentive subs for infant rooms.
Ages 1–3
Support curious toddlers as they explore language, movement, and social skills.
Ages 3–5
Guide preschoolers through early literacy, art, and the joy of discovery.
Grades K–5
Engage K–5 kids in before/after school care, summer camps, and enrichment programs.
Whether you're ready to lead a classroom or just getting started, Tandem connects you with centers that need your skills.
Assist in the classroom with daily routines, activities, and supervision. A great entry point into early education.
Support lead teachers with lesson planning, child engagement, and classroom management.
Fill in where centers need you most, moving between classrooms and age groups with flexibility.
Run your own classroom, lead curriculum, and mentor assistant teachers and aides.
Flexibility, daily pay, and the ability to keep doing the work they love.
Three steps and you're ready to pick up your first shift.
Step 1
Create your account in minutes from your phone, wherever you live.
Step 2
We'll help you get your fingerprint taken, complete trainings, and upload credentials with our step-by-step guide.
Step 3
Browse open shifts, apply for the ones that fit your schedule, and get paid the same day you work.
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Sign up in minutes, get matched with shifts and centers near you, and start earning on your terms.
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