Long-Term Substitute UPK Teacher

Brockport Central School District; Village of Brockport (NY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A local school district in New York is seeking a dedicated Pre-K School Teacher to foster the academic and personal development of young learners. The ideal candidate will have a strong knowledge of elementary curriculum, excellent communication skills, and a passion for creating a positive learning environment. This long-term substitute position begins on October 16, 2025, for approximately 6-7 weeks.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and NYS Certification in Early Childhood Birth – Grade 2.
• Strong knowledge of elementary curriculum and instructional strategies.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement lesson plans.
• Promote a safe classroom environment.
• Regularly assess student progress and provide feedback.
• Collaborate with parents to support student development.
• Participate in professional development opportunities.

Skills

Strong knowledge of elementary curriculum

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Patience

Flexibility

Passion for working with children

Education

Bachelor’s degree and NYS Certification in Early Childhood Birth – Grade 2

Job description

Overview

Position Type: Elementary School Teaching/ UPK

Date Posted: 9/26/2025

Location: Ginther School

Closing Date: 10/03/2025

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement age-appropriate lesson plans in accordance with the district's curriculum and educational standards.
• Utilize a variety of teaching methods to accommodate diverse learning styles and engage students in the learning process and modifies instructional methods to fit individual student's needs.
• Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction, and student learning.
• Coordinates with other elementary professional staff members, especially within grade level, to evaluate and assess curriculum, and participates in faculty meetings and committees.
• Establish and maintain a positive and inclusive classroom environment that promotes respect and cooperation among students.
• Implement effective behavior management strategies to create a conducive learning atmosphere.
• Ensures that student conduct conforms with the school's standards and school district policies and establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior needed to achieve a positive learning atmosphere in the classroom.
• Regularly assess student progress using a variety of assessment tools and provide constructive feedback to both students and parents.
• Collaborate with colleagues to analyze student performance data and tailor instructional approaches accordingly.
• Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievement and attendance as required by district procedures and applicable laws.
• Foster open and effective communication with parents through regular updates, parent-teacher conferences, and other communication channels.
• Work collaboratively with parents to support students' academic and social development.
• Participate in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with educational trends, teaching methodologies, and curriculum advancements. This includes attending workshops, seminars and professional meetings such as faculty and department/grade level meetings.
• Collaborate with fellow teachers and staff to share best practices and enhance the overall learning experience for students.
• Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal, Assistant Principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.
• The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Long-Term Substitute Details

Long-Term Substitute (Approximately 6-7 weeks)
Start Date - October 16, 2025
Application Deadline - October 3, 2025

Position Overview

Position Overview: We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Pre – K School Teacher to join our team and contribute to the academic and personal development of young learners. The ideal candidate will have a passion for education, a deep understanding of elementary curriculum, and the ability to create a positive and engaging learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Curriculum/Instructional Planning and Implementation:
• Develop and implement age-appropriate lesson plans in accordance with the district's curriculum and educational standards.
• Utilize a variety of teaching methods to accommodate diverse learning styles and engage students in the learning process and modifies instructional methods to fit individual student's needs.
• Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction, and student learning.
• Coordinates with other elementary professional staff members, especially within grade level, to evaluate and assess curriculum, and participates in faculty meetings and committees.

• Classroom Management:
• Establish and maintain a positive and inclusive classroom environment that promotes respect and cooperation among students.
• Implement effective behavior management strategies to create a conducive learning atmosphere.
• Ensures that student conduct conforms with the school's standards and school district policies and establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior needed to achieve a positive learning atmosphere in the classroom.

• Assessment and Feedback:
• Regularly assess student progress using a variety of assessment tools and provide constructive feedback to both students and parents.
• Collaborate with colleagues to analyze student performance data and tailor instructional approaches accordingly.
• Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievement and attendance as required by district procedures and applicable laws.

• Parent Communication:
• Foster open and effective communication with parents through regular updates, parent-teacher conferences, and other communication channels.
• Work collaboratively with parents to support students' academic and social development.

• Professional Development:
• Participate in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with educational trends, teaching methodologies, and curriculum advancements. This includes attending workshops, seminars and professional meetings such as faculty and department/grade level meetings.
• Collaborate with fellow teachers and staff to share best practices and enhance the overall learning experience for students.

• Other:
• Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal, Assistant Principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.
• The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and NYS Certification in Early Childhood Birth – Grade 2.
• Strong knowledge of elementary curriculum, instructional strategies, and educational trends.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Patience, flexibility, and a genuine passion for working with children.
• Ability to create a positive and inclusive learning environment.