Building Substitute Teacher

Amherst Schools; Town of Amherst (NY); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Amherst Schools is seeking a Substitute-Certified/ Substitute Teacher to support classroom coverage for daily teacher absences. Daily reporting to an assigned building is required for the 2026-2027 school year in Amherst, NY.

The role requires a valid teaching license or substitute teaching certification, with strict adherence to health and safety requirements and district policies. A clear background check (BCII & FBI) is mandatory, and candidates must be self-directed with the ability to

Qualifications

• Substitute Teaching or valid Teaching license required.
• Meets all mandated health requirements.
• Documentation of a clear criminal record (BCII & FBI).
• Complies with drug-free workplace rules and board policies.
• Self-directed and able to learn required skills for the position.
• Ability to manage students with physical and mental disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Substitute teacher reports daily to an assigned building for teacher and/or paraprofessional absence coverage.

Skills

Substitute teaching

Classroom management

Communication

Education

Teaching license

Job description

• Position Type: Substitute-Certified/ Substitute Teacher
• Date Posted: 8/4/2026
• Location: The Amherst Schools
• Date Available: 2026-2027 school year

Substitute teacher reports daily to an assigned building for teacher and/or paraprofessional absence coverage.

• Substitute Teaching or valid Teaching license required
• Meets all mandated health requirements.
• Documentation of a clear criminal record. (BCII & FBI)
• Complies with drug-free workplace rules and board policies.
• Self-directed and able to learn required skills for the position.
• Ability to manage students with physical and mental disabilities.