Lower School Substitute Teacher

Polyprep; New York (NY); On-site; USD 33,210 - 40,590; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

403(b) retirement plan

Free lunch

Commuter benefits

Job summary

Poly Prep seeks applicants for the position of Substitute Teacher. The Substitute Teacher will be hired on a daily basis as needed to help maintain a productive, organized, and warm work environment for our students in the absence of their regular teacher(s).

The role is from September 8, 2026 through June 11, 2027. Responsibilities include covering classes, following teacher instructions, and reporting on classroom experiences.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Experience with children preferred.
• Familiarity with Google tools and Zoom.

Responsibilities

• Cover classes in a teacher’s absence.
• Follow teacher instructions.
• Provide an account of the classroom experience as needed.
• Assist Head of Lower School and Director of Community Life as assigned.
• Help students transition and move from one activity to another.
• Supervise lunch distribution and recess as needed.

Skills

Digital literacy

Adaptability

Patience

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Poly Prep seeks applicants for the position of Substitute Teacher. The Substitute Teacher will be hired on a daily basis as needed to help maintain a productive, organized, and warm work environment for our students in the absence of their regular teacher(s). We seek candidates who are eager to engage students with patience, enthusiasm, and professionalism. The role is from September 8, 2026 through June 11, 2027.

Primary Responsibilities

• Support the academic program by covering classes in a teacher’s absence
• Carefully follow all teacher instructions
• Provide an account of the classroom experience as needed
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Head of Lower School, Assistant Head of Lower School and the Director of Community Life

Additional Responsibilities

• Help students transition and move from one activity to another
• Supervise lunch distribution and recess as needed

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s degree

Experience: Demonstrated interest and experience in working with children.

Daily Wage: $200 per day

Specific Skills: Facility with digital technology (Gmail, Google Drive, Zoom) and a capacity for learning more; flexibility and willingness to adapt.

Certifications: N/A

Special Requirements: N/A

Benefits

We offer a great environment, with a full benefits package (medical, dental, vision, life insurance, a generous match on our 403(b) retirement plan, long-term disability, flexible spending account, pre-tax commute benefit, and free lunch).

Poly Prep is an equal opportunity employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.