Substitute-MS

Ethical Culture Fieldston School•New York, NY

23h•Onsite

About The Position

Fieldston Middle is seeking experienced classroom teachers available on an on-call basis to serve as substitute teachers for 6-8 core classes as well as enrichment classes in: physical education, music, ethics, and arts. The ideal candidates will have strong classroom management skills, familiarity with hands-on teaching practices, relevant experience with middle school students, and the ability to teach multiple academic subjects. Substitutes are needed for half day, full day, and extended subbing schedules throughout the school year. The rate for a substitute is $25.00 per hour, and the hours would be approximately 8 am-3:30 pm. Please note that this is an onsite role and not performed remotely. Ethical Culture Fieldston School retains its right to modify job duties in accordance with changing operational needs.

Requirements

A Bachelor's Degree
A pleasant and positive demeanor toward all forms of teaching and learning
Strong classroom management experience
The ability to collaborate and build strong relationships with faculty, administrators, students, parents, and the overall community
A commitment to cultural competency and to fostering an inclusive environment that supports students of all backgrounds
Excellent verbal, written, and oral communication skills
A positive attitude and the ability to listen effectively and be receptive to feedback
The ability to manage time effectively, stay organized, and prioritize required tasks
Familiarity with Google Workspace tools and the ability to navigate and use them as needed during substitute teaching assignments
Reliability, punctuality, and consistent attendance
The ability to cultivate a welcoming culture in which all members of our community feel valued and appreciated

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with hands-on teaching practices and the ability to teach multiple academic subjects is preferred

Responsibilities

Teaching classes based on a specific lesson plan in an engaging manner
Proctoring student study halls and answering student questions as needed
Supervising students during lunch or recess, as assigned
Leaving notes for the returning teacher based on the day's instruction
Having a collaborative approach with other colleagues, including sharing resources and communicating about curriculum and students
Appropriately addressing student behavioral issues and other challenges that may arise in the classroom in order to maintain a safe environment and a sense of calm in such situations
Maintaining accurate student record keeping, including grades and attendance
Providing encouragement to students to help support their social and emotional growth
Ensuring confidentiality of student information as necessary
Maintaining compliance with all school policies, state regulations, and educational standards
Performing other related projects and duties as needed and assigned