Specialist Substitute
About The Position
Specialist Substitutes provide specialized instructional support at charter school partner locations. The role is intended for experienced educators and emerging education leaders who can contribute academic expertise and instructional knowledge across subject areas. Specialists may deliver targeted instruction, intervention services, small-group learning, and individualized academic support. Assignments may include special education, reading and literacy intervention, math intervention, literacy specialization, academic intervention, instructional support, or other specialized roles based on school needs. Positions are available part-time or full-time, with schedules varying according to school needs and assignments. Specialists work at NYC charter school partner locations and support instructional continuity and student academic outcomes.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
- Knowledge of instructional strategies, differentiated learning, and student development.
- Strong classroom management and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with school-based teams.
- Adaptability, reliability, and commitment to student success.
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree in Education, Special Education, Literacy, Mathematics, or a related field.
- Prior teaching, tutoring, intervention, or specialized instructional experience.
- Relevant New York State teaching certification for assignments where applicable, particularly special education teaching positions.
Responsibilities
- Deliver engaging instruction aligned with the school’s curriculum, instructional expectations, and academic goals.
- Provide targeted academic interventions and differentiated instruction for students’ varied learning needs.
- Support individual students and small groups in developing foundational academic skills.
- Adapt instructional approaches and materials to accommodate different learning styles, abilities, and academic levels.
- Maintain high expectations for student achievement, engagement, and participation.
- Establish and maintain a positive, structured, and supportive classroom environment.
- Use classroom management strategies that promote engagement, accountability, and positive behavior.
- Maintain classroom routines and instructional expectations.
- Ensure student safety and follow school policies and procedures.
- Collaborate with classroom teachers, instructional coaches, school leaders, and related service providers.
- Communicate student progress, instructional needs, and classroom observations to appropriate school personnel.
- Follow lesson plans, instructional frameworks, and guidance from school leadership.
- Maintain accurate records and documentation related to student learning and intervention services, as applicable.
- Adapt professionally to different classrooms, grade levels, and instructional assignments.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
