Substitute Teacher and Substitute Assistant Teacher

The TemPositions Group of Companies; New York (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Exceptional compensation

Benefits

Opportunities for professional development

Job summary

An education staffing firm is seeking dedicated and enthusiastic Substitute and Assistant Teachers to support educational programs and promote childhood development in New York schools. Ideal candidates will have a passion for education and strong communication skills. Responsibilities include classroom management and supporting lead teachers. This position requires 3+ months of relevant experience and an Associate's degree or 60+ college credits. Competitive compensation and benefits offered.

Qualifications

• 3+ months experience working with students in a classroom or similar setting.
• Excellent classroom management and student engagement skills.
• Ability to support lead teacher with various responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Support lead teachers in implementing educational programs.
• Manage student behavior and engagement in classroom settings.
• Attend meetings and professional development as needed.

Skills

Classroom management skills

Communication skills

Ability to engage and motivate students

Flexibility

Education

Associate’s degree or 60+ college credits

Job description

We are seeking dedicated and enthusiastic Substitute Teachers and Assistant Teachers to join our substitute teaching pool across Charter and Private Schools for this school year. Ideal candidates will support implementing educational programs, promoting childhood development, and ensuring the well‑being of students. This role requires a passion for education, strong communication skills, and the ability to work effectively with children of various backgrounds and abilities.

Assistant Teachers are responsible for supporting lead teachers in implementing educational programs, promoting childhood development, and ensuring the well‑being of students. Assistant Teachers generally work under the supervision of a Lead Teacher but unlike Teacher Aides, Assistant Teachers may be requested to lead classes and be left alone with students during some periods of each day to provide instruction and general supervision.

Requirements:

• 3+ months experience working with students in a traditional classroom or analogous setting. This can include substitute teaching, student teaching, after school counselor, coach, tutor, camp counselor, religious school instructor, higher education professor, etc.
• Associate’s degree or 60+ college credits completed – New York Employees.
• Be flexible to cover a variety of grades and subjects based on school needs which are subject to change at any time.
• Excellent classroom management skills and ability to keep students engaged, focused, and motivated. Ability to circulate classrooms or other spaces to supervise and assist students as necessary. Manage student behavior in a positive manner and be able to de‑escalate situations.
• Excellent communication skills. Be patient and exercise sound judgment.
• Support lead teacher with lesson planning, taking and reporting student attendance, grading/scoring, light administrative duties, organize the classroom, recess, lunch duty, attend field trips, some lifting duties as needed.
• Attend meetings such as professional development, parent teacher conferences, etc. if requested/approved by school/program and School Professionals.

How to Apply:

Please submit your resume here, Teacher Assistant Jobs: Your Path to a Rewarding Career in Education. We are happy to review and be in touch.

COMPANY OVERVIEW

This job is presented to you by School Professionals, a division of the TemPositions Group of Companies. Enjoy exceptional compensation, benefits, and a wealth of opportunities in education. To learn more about employment opportunities, visit our website at https://www.tempositions.com/school-professionals/

We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. We strictly prohibit and do not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender (including gender identity and expression), marital or familial status, age, physical or mental disability, perceived disability, citizenship status, service in the uniformed services, genetic information, height, weight, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Applications from members of minority groups and women are encouraged.