Building Substitute Teacher

National Association of Episcopal Schools; New Haven (CT); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Thomas’s Day School in New Haven, CT is seeking a Building Substitute Teacher for Kindergarten–Grade 6, Monday–Friday, 8:00 A.M.–3:00 P.M., for the 2026-2027 school year.

The Substitute Teacher will implement lesson plans, supervise and support students, and contribute to a safe, nurturing learning environment in alignment with the school's mission.

Candidates should hold a Bachelor’s in Education and have experience working with children; St. Thomas’s is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Education.
• Experience working with children.

Skills

Love for children

Positive attitude

Collaborative

Flexible

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Education

Job description

St. Thomas's Day School (New Haven, CT United States)

Job Title: Building Substitute Teacher
Division: Kindergarten – Grade 6
Employment Status: Monday through Friday 8:00 A.M.-3:00 P.M.
School Year: 2026-2027

St. Thomas’s is a coeducational independent day school serving students from Kindergarten through Grade 6.

The School welcomes children of all backgrounds, with the belief that children who learn and grow together develop openness and respect for others.

Position Summary

Under the direct supervision of the Assistant Head of School, the Substitute Teacher will execute lesson plans left by the classroom teacher while creating a safe, nurturing learning environment. The Substitute Teacher will supervise and support students in accordance with the School’s mission, goals and objectives, and philosophy of teaching and learning.

Qualifications

• Possess a love for children and a passion for making learning fun and interesting.
• Maintain a positive attitude and strive for professional excellence at all times.
• Work collaboratively with others.
• Be flexible.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Education.
• Experience working with children.

Characteristics of Professional Excellence

• Strive to live the school mission in word and deed.
• Foster an open and inclusive learning environment.
• Enthusiastically engage in service to the school and its community.
• Model life‑long learning.

St. Thomas’s Day School is an Equal Opportunity Employer.