Building Substitute Teacher (2026-27)

United Schools Network • Columbus, OH

1d • Onsite

About The Position

United Schools (United) is a nonprofit organization in Columbus, Ohio, dedicated to closing the opportunity gap through education. The Building Substitute Teacher plays a crucial role in ensuring instructional continuity and maintaining a positive learning environment when regular teachers are absent. This position involves providing short-term classroom coverage across various grade levels and subjects at a specific United campus, based on daily staffing needs. The role may also involve extended coverage periods. Building Substitute Teachers are expected to implement provided lesson plans, uphold classroom routines, support student learning, and ensure a safe classroom environment. When not substituting, they may assist with instructional support, work with small groups, supervise students, or aid in school operations as directed by leadership. This role is suited for a dependable, flexible, and student-centered individual committed to the school community.

Requirements

• Holds or is actively working towards a B.A./B.S. degree (preferred).
• Ability to secure the appropriate Ohio substitute teaching license.
• Prior experience working in urban schools and/or communities (preferred).
• Commitment to using data-driven instructional practices and the techniques outlined in Teach Like a Champion 3.0 to improve student outcomes.
• Relentless in writing, refining, and internalizing curriculum, lessons, and assessments.
• Open and committed to implementing frequent feedback from team members.
• Communicates effectively with students, families, and colleagues.
• Comfortability with Google products for effective communication and completion of job responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Implement lesson plans provided by classroom teachers.
• Maintain established classroom routines and expectations.
• Support student learning.
• Ensure a safe and productive classroom environment.
• Provide instructional support to classroom teachers when substitute coverage is not needed.
• Work with individual students or small groups.
• Assist with student supervision.
• Support school operations as directed by school leadership.

Benefits

• Medical coverage
• Dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• Life coverage
• Disability coverage
• Eligibility to participate in the State Teachers Retirement System of Ohio (STRS) or the School Employees Retirement System of Ohio (SERS).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level