Middle School Substitute Teacher

Erie 1 BOCES

Buffalo (NY)

On-site

USD 29,000 - 35,000

Full time

15 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health benefits

Job summary

Erie 1 BOCES, Buffalo NY, seeks a Building Substitute (Substitute Superhero) to supervise and instruct students when the regular teacher is absent. The role emphasizes classroom management and instructional support under the principal’s oversight.

The position offers a 10-month contract with a starting salary of $32,000 and comprehensive health benefits. Applicants should have an associate or bachelor’s degree; a master’s degree and NYS teaching certification are preferred.

Qualifications

Associate or Bachelor's degree required; Master's preferred.
NYS Teaching Certification preferred.
Experience in classroom teaching preferred.
Strong communication, problem-solving, and human relations skills.
Ability to work with students, parents, colleagues, and administrators from a diverse community.

Responsibilities

Supervise and instruct students in the absence of their classroom teacher.
Provide classroom management support.
Communicate frequently with learners regarding their academic and social learning.
Assist in monitoring student progress.
Participate in staff and department meetings as assigned.
Fulfill non-instructional duties as assigned by Supervisors

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Classroom behavior management

Education

Associate or Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

NYS Teaching Certification preferred

Experience in classroom teaching preferred

Job description

Building Substitute (Substitute Superhero)

Reports to:

Principal

Status:

Non-Exempt

Minimum Qualifications

Associate or Bachelor's degree
Master's degree in related content area preferred
NYS Teaching Certification preferred
Experience in classroom teaching preferred
Evidence of strong communication, problem-solving, and human relations skills
Ability to effectively work with students, parents, colleagues, and administrators from a diverse community

Terms of Employment

Starting Salary: $32,000
Annual Raise: Negotiable
Benefits: Comprehensive health benefits
Contract Term: 10 months

Position Description

The purpose of the Building Substitute is to supervise and instruct students in the absence of a teacher. The Building Substitute is responsible for providing additional classroom management support while the teacher instructs the students.

Rewarding Experience

Ensuring continuity of student learning and maintaining classroom order in the absence of the regular teacher.

Primary Functions

Supervision and instruction of students in the absence of their classroom teacher
Classroom management support

Supervisory Functions

None

Duties And Responsibilities

Provide supervision for students in the absence of their classroom teacher
Assist the classroom teacher to promote maximum student intellectual and physical development
Assist the teacher during instructional time to facilitate student learning
Communicate frequently with learners regarding their academic and social learning
Provide assistance for instructional services to guide and direct student academic and social development
Assist in the monitoring of student progress
Communicate with the classroom teacher relative to the academic, physical, and social developments of students
Participate in all staff and department meetings as assigned
Participate in professional development opportunities as assigned
Supervise students upon their arrival in the morning and dismissal in the afternoon
Fulfill non-instructional duties as assigned by the Supervisors

Skills

Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Effective problem-solving abilities
Strong organizational skills
Ability to manage classroom behavior
Ability to follow written and oral instructions appropriately and effectively

Other Job-Related Requirements

Maintain control in stressful situations
Work effectively with students, parents, teachers, support staff, and administrators from a diverse community
Manage time effectively with frequent interruptions

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