Economics and Financial Literacy - Long Term Substitute (Immediate Hire)

Democracy Prep Public Schools•New York, NY

46d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a candidate for immediate hire. This position will run through December 4, 2026, with the potential for an extension through the start of the holiday break on December 18, 2026. The role requires an educator with an unwavering commitment to the Democracy Prep mission of college success and authentic civic engagement for our scholars. The ideal candidate is a self-reflective and self-aware teammate dedicated to aligning their classroom to Democracy Prep's commitment to antiracism and eager to contribute to a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion. This is a flexible teaching position, comfortable in multiple content areas, able to build relationships quickly with scholars, and willing to follow the guidelines and systems of others.

Requirements

Graduate of a Bachelor’s degree program (required).
Comfortable in multiple content areas.
Able to build relationships quickly with scholars.
Willing to follow the guidelines and systems of others.

Nice To Haves

An educator with an unwavering commitment to the Democracy Prep mission of college success and authentic civic engagement for our scholars.
A self-reflective and self-aware teammate who is dedicated to aligning their classroom to Democracy Prep's commitment to antiracism and who is eager to use these skills to contribute to a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Responsibilities

Fully cover all aspects of a lead teacher’s class on days(s) they are absent. This includes but is not limited to: writing and implementing lesson plans, delivering lesson presentations, and grading the daily assignments.
Coverage assignments will be determined by the Senior Director of Talent Development.
Work to ensure that scholars enjoy a classroom culture characterized by high expectations and high support.
Create an inclusive classroom and school community by engaging in training, reflection, and dialogue around issues of race, identity, diversity, equity, and inclusion for our staff and scholars.
Plan and prepare for effective implementation of a coherent, research-based curriculum.
Develop and use a variety of assessment data to refine curricula and instructional practice.
Maintain strong relationships with scholars, families, and colleagues through effective and frequent communication.
Continuously improve your professional practice through weekly coaching sessions and professional development.
Cultivate the social-emotional well-being of all scholars by building a positive classroom culture that leverages strong partnerships with scholars, their families, and the school's scholar support team.
During long-term coverage assignments, engage in whole-school events and tasks, including transitions, family conferences, tutoring, and other activities/duties as needed and assigned by school leadership.