Long-Term Substitute Teacher – ECC & Lower School

New England Jewish Academy; West Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

New England Jewish Academy in West Hartford, CT, seeks one or more Long-Term Substitute Teachers to support our ECC (Preschool) and/or Lower School (Grades K–5). We are a warm, nurturing community focused on each child's growth.

On-site, as needed, during the academic year; starting at $20 per hour with higher rates based on experience and qualifications. NEJA values collaboration and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching or substitute teaching in early childhood or elementary education.
• Strong classroom management and communication skills.
• Patient, nurturing approach to working with children.
• Flexible, reliable, and able to adapt to different classroom settings.
• Ability to collaborate with faculty and staff.

Responsibilities

• Provide classroom instruction and coverage in the ECC and/or Lower School.
• Follow established lesson plans and routines, adapting as needed.
• Maintain a safe, supportive, and well-managed classroom.
• Foster positive relationships with students and support their growth.
• Collaborate with teachers and administrators to ensure continuity of instruction.
• Assist with student supervision and other classroom responsibilities as needed.
• Uphold the school's values, policies, and expectations.

Skills

Teaching experience

Classroom management

Communication skills

Patient and nurturing

Flexibility

Collaboration

Job description

New England Jewish Academy in West Hartford, CT, seeks one or more Long-Term Substitute Teachers to support our ECC (Preschool) and/or Lower School (Grades K–5). We are a warm, nurturing community focused on each child's growth.

On-site, as needed, during the academic year; starting at $20 per hour with higher rates based on experience and qualifications. NEJA values collaboration and professional growth.