Permanent Building Substitute Teacher

College Achieve Charter Schools; Paterson (NJ); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

College Achieve Paterson Charter School is seeking a permanent building substitute teacher who speaks Spanish to join our team in Paterson, NJ. The role focuses on rigorous learning activities and building strong student relationships to support college readiness.

The school supports alternate route teaching certification for eligible candidates and emphasizes high expectations, responsiveness to student needs, and collaboration with our entrepreneurial team.

Qualifications

• Completion of 60 semester-hour credits; credits must be completed at an accredited college or university.
• Credential valid for five years from date of issuance.

Responsibilities

• Create a positive classroom environment and establish high expectations.
• Plan lessons and adapt to student needs while maintaining safety.
• Support campus policies and communicate with families and supervisor.
• Participate in professional development opportunities.

Skills

Rapport with families

Professional demeanor

Organizational skills

Student motivation

Tech proficiency

Education

Substitute Teacher Credential Pathway 1

Substitute Teacher Credential Pathway 2

Job description

• Position Type:
  Substitute/ Substitute Teacher
• Date Posted:
  8/13/2026
• Location:
  College Achieve Paterson Charter School
• Closing Date:
  09/24/2026

Permanent Building Substitute Teacher

Location: Paterson, NJ 07502
Organization: College Achieve Paterson Charter School

About College Achieve Public Schools

College Achieve Public Schools is a growing network of high-performing public charter schools dedicated to preparing scholars for college and lifelong success. Our mission is to equip every student with the academic foundation and character necessary to thrive in a competitive world. We believe in high expectations, a supportive environment, and providing every teacher with the tools to succeed.

Position Overview

We are seeking permanent building substitute teacher who speaks Spanish to join our team. A permanent building substitute teacher at College Achieve Paterson Charter School will provide students with rigorous and relevant learning activities and experiences designed to prepare each student to excel at a top college or university. This position is critical in building strong relationships with our students to best meet their individual needs and further the mission of College Achieve. College Achieve Paterson is also willing to support eligible candidates with alternate route teaching certification.

Key Responsibilities

Help to shape the culture of a growing College Achieve Paterson Charter School community by establishing

high expectations and paving the way for each new class of students

Work as part of an entrepreneurial team to create policies, curricula, and instructional methods that demand

rigor and relevance

Plan a program of study that meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of the students

Create a classroom environment that is safe, conducive to learning, and encourages students to take risks in

Prepare lessons that reflect best practices and accommodations for individual differences of students

Prepare for classes assigned and show written evidence of preparation upon request of immediate supervisor

Encourage students to set and maintain standards of classroom behavior

Guide the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and communicate these objectives to

the students

Employ a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media consistent with best practices, specific

content knowledge, the physical limitations of the space provided, and the needs and capabilities of the

individuals or student groups involved.

Strive to implement College Achieve's philosophy of education and instructional goals and objectives

Assess student learning, through observations, authentic performance, and more formal methods, in an

ongoing manner, providing frequent student feedback, information to parents and written progress reports

Maintain accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law and administrative regulations

Assist the administration in implementing all policies and rules governing student life and conduct

Make provisions for being available to the students and to the parents for education-related purposes outside

of the instructional day when required or requested to do so under reasonable terms

Participate in all professional development opportunities

Establish and maintain open lines of communication with students, parents, and community members

Perform other job-related duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

Substitute Teacher Credential Pathway 1 (Per N.J.A.C. 6A:9B-7.3):

• Completion of 60 semester-hour credits;
• Credits must be completed at an accredited college or university at the time of application; and
• Credential is valid for five (5) years from the date of issuance.

Substitute Teacher Credential Pathway 2 (Per P.L. 2021, c.87):

• Completion of 30 semester-hour credits;
• Credits must be completed at an accredited institution of higher education at the time of application;
• Applicant must be enrolled in an accredited institution of higher education at the time of application;
• Applicant must be at least 20 years of age;
• Credential pathway is available until June 30, 2023; and
• Credential is valid for five (5) years from the date of issuance.

• Competitive salary range: $200 per day

Supervision

• [For classroom-based roles]: Supervision of students, paraprofessionals, and volunteers

Desired Skills & Attributes

Ability to establish rapport with families and children

Articulate, professional demeanor with strong self-confidence and initiative

Strong organizational and planning skills

Possession of a passionate and loving attitude toward all children

Possession of a sense of urgency to do whatever it takes to assure that every student gets to and through

college

Commitment to the vision, mission, values and goals of College Achieve

Motivation to grow as an educational professional

Willingness to be an active member of a professional learning community

Proficiency using computers, printers, copy machines, and fax machines