K-5 Substitute Teacher — Inclusive Learning

CL c92b6ab1 0e42 46b6 b3e0 c20b5ecc9379; New York (NY); On-site; USD 48,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical, dental and vision insurance

403(b) plan with employer contribution

Commuter benefits

Job summary

The IDEAL School of Manhattan seeks a Lower School Substitute Teacher to provide uninterrupted learning across Grades K–5 at 5 Hanover Square, New York. This 10-month, full-time exempt position supports daily coverage when teachers are absent and ensures smooth instructional continuity.

The candidate holds a Bachelor’s in General Education (or similar) with classroom experience; Master’s and independent-school background are preferred. Commitment to inclusive education is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in General Education, Special Education or similar field.
• Experience leading whole class instruction.

Responsibilities

• Assume instructional and supervisory responsibility for a classroom during a teacher's absence or meetings.
• Deliver prepared curricula and activities with high fidelity in the regular teacher's absence.
• Adopt classroom routines and behavior management systems of the current classroom.
• Collaborate with teachers to support lesson delivery and student engagement.
• Prepare learning materials, grade formative assignments, and set up stations as needed.
• Perform duties during non-instructional blocks (arrival, recess, lunch, dismissal).
• Monitor student accommodations and interventions across grade cohorts.

Skills

Experience leading whole class

Inclusive education

Education

Bachelor’s degree in General Education or related field

Master’s Degree in Education (preferred)

Minimum of three years of school-based experience (preferred)

Job description

The IDEAL School of Manhattan seeks a Lower School Substitute Teacher to provide uninterrupted learning across Grades K–5 at 5 Hanover Square, New York. This 10-month, full-time exempt position supports daily coverage when teachers are absent and ensures smooth instructional continuity.

The candidate holds a Bachelor’s in General Education (or similar) with classroom experience; Master’s and independent-school background are preferred. Commitment to inclusive education is essential.