Building Substitute Teacher

Gates Chili Central School District; Town of Chili (NY); On-site; USD 36,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/vision/dental insurance

Paid personal time

Paid sick time

Paid vacation time

Paid holiday time

Job summary

Gates Chili Central School District in Gates Chili, NY is seeking a Building Substitut e Teacher to provide education in the absence of the regular teacher. The Building Substitute Teacher will guide students to stay on track with lessons and develop the skills needed for college and career readiness.

Compensation is $225/day with benefits including health/vision/dental insurance eligibility, paid personal, sick, vacation, and holiday time. Schedule is full-time on a 10-month student calendar.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in education or a related field.
• NYS teaching certification preferred.
• Valid driver's license or access to transportation.

Responsibilities

• Follow the lesson plans prepared by the regular teacher.
• Provide clear standards of conduct for student behavior.
• Interact with students in a respectful manner.
• Work collaboratively with other staff members.
• Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Building Principal.

Skills

Differentiated instruction

Classroom management

Communication with students andparents

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education or related field

Master's degree preferred

Job description

• Position Type:
  Building Substitute/ Building Substitute
  
• Date Posted:
  11/2/2026
  
• Location:
  Gates Chili CSD
  
• Closing Date:
  11/16/2026
  

The Gates Chili Central School District is dedicated to fostering curiosity, growth, and diversity within our school community. The District celebrates and embraces differences and strives to dismantle exclusion, bias, racism, and prejudice of all forms.
Building Substitute Teacher
Position Purpose
Under the general supervision of the Building Principal, the Building Substitute Teacher will have the primary responsibility of providing the students with a relevant education in the absence of the regular teacher. Building Substitute Teachers will guide students in attaining the knowledge and skills necessary for success during their educational career as well as preparing the students to become college and career ready after graduation. Building Substitute Teachers will help students learn the skills and attitudes necessary to achieve a responsible, productive, and fulfilling life in our changing world.
Compensation/Pay Range: $225/day
Benefits:
Qualifies for District contribution to Health/Vision and/or Dental Insurance
Yes No
Qualifies for Paid Personal Time
Yes No
Qualifies for Paid Sick Time
Yes No
Qualifies for Paid Vacation Time
Yes No
Qualifies for Paid Holiday Time
Yes No
Schedule: Full-time Part-time
10-month (works student calendar)
12-month
Paid hours/day: 7 hour 40 minute day including a duty free lunch of 35 minutes
Essential Job Responsibilities

• Follow the lesson plans that were prepared by the Teacher.
• Provide clear standards of conduct for student behavior.
• Interacting with students in a respectful manner.
• Work collaboratively with other staff members.

Additional Duties
Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Building Principal.
Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.
Equipment
Uses standard office equipment such as personal computers, printer, copy and fax machines, and telephone.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiated instruction based upon student learning styles.
• Knowledge of school curriculum and concepts, including all subject matters taught.
• Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans.
• Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
• Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed.
• Ability to organize and coordinate work.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
• Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards
Works in standard office and school building environments.
Note: Also see the Summary of Physical, Sensory and Environmental Requirements Needed to Perform Essential Job Duties for this position.
Qualifications Profile

• Certification: NYS Teacher certificationpreferred.
• Motor Vehicle Operator's License or ability to provide own transportation.

Education

• Bachelors from an accredited college or university in education discipline applicable to teaching assignment.
• Masters Degree preferred.

Experience
Successful prior teaching experience for the appropriate grade level preferred.