Long Term General Studies Substitute Teacher

Milton Gottesman Jewish Day School • Washington, DC

13h • $28,000 - $44,000

About The Position

Milton Gottesman Jewish Day School of the Nation’s Capital is seeking a dynamic, engaging, and collaborative Long-Term General Studies Substitute Teacher for the 2027-2028 school year. This full-time temporary position provides instructional coverage in the elementary school, teaching core academic subjects including Reading, Writing, Mathematics, and Social Studies within a supportive, team-based environment. There may be an opportunity for the right candidate to transition into a permanent full-time teaching position for the following school year.

The role involves creating a student-centered learning environment where students are known, valued, and encouraged to grow academically, socially, and emotionally. Teaching at MILTON emphasizes rich content, creative pedagogy, authentic relationships with students, collaboration with colleagues, curiosity, growth, and joyful learning.

Milton Gottesman Jewish Day School of the Nation’s Capital is an independent, pluralistic community Jewish day school serving more than 480 students across two campuses. It offers a dual curriculum of General and Judaic Studies for students from Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 8 and is committed to academic excellence and joyful, engaging, experiential, and enduring learning.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Education or a related field.
• Prior elementary classroom teaching experience.
• Demonstrated understanding of child development and best practices in elementary education.
• Strong classroom management and organizational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues, students, and families.
• Proficiency with educational technology and learning management platforms.
• A warm, positive, and professional demeanor.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree.
• Interest in future full-time teaching opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement engaging, developmentally appropriate lessons across core academic subject areas.
• Foster a respectful, inclusive, and nurturing classroom environment.
• Assess student learning and provide meaningful feedback.
• Collaborate closely with grade-level teams, specialists, and administrators.
• Participate in team meetings, professional learning opportunities, and school events as appropriate.
• Maintain clear and professional communication with families and colleagues.
• Support students’ academic, social, and emotional development.
• Provide instructional coverage in the elementary school and teach Reading, Writing, Mathematics, and Social Studies.

What This Job Offers

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