Temporary Full Time Substitute Teacher & Sub Coordinator

Montclair Cooperative School•Montclair, NJ

4d•$45,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Montclair Cooperative School is Seeking a Temporary Full Time Substitute Teacher & Substitute Coordinator Employment Period: Mid-February 2026 – June 30, 2026 We are seeking a reliable, flexible, and student-centered Full-Time Temporary Permanent Substitute Teacher & Substitute Coordinator to join our community during an employee’s maternity leave. This individual will serve as the primary substitute for faculty across Early Ages through Grade 8 while also coordinating daily substitute coverage. The ideal candidate has experience both as a substitute teacher and in managing or coordinating substitute schedules. This is a full-time, in person position

Requirements

Prior experience as a substitute teacher; experience coordinating substitutes strongly preferred.
Ability to teach and manage classrooms across a range of grade levels (Early Ages–Grade 8).
Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Dependable, flexible, and able to respond quickly to changing daily needs.
Commitment to maintaining a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment.
Bachelor’s degree required; education-related field preferred.

Responsibilities

Substitute Teaching Provide daily and long-term classroom coverage across Early Ages–Grade 8.
Support the teachers to ensure continuity of learning.
Maintain a positive and productive classroom environment.
Support students’ academic, social, and emotional growth.
Communicate any necessary updates, concerns, or feedback with teachers and school leadership.
Substitute Coordination Coordinate and schedule daily substitute coverage for planned and unplanned faculty and staff absences.
Maintain the substitute roster and ensure proper onboarding of subs.
Participate in the substitute interview process with the school’s Head of School and or Finance Manager Communicate with faculty regarding coverage needs and assignments.
Track attendance and create daily coverage reports.
Serve as the point of contact for substitutes and provide classroom support as needed.
The sub coordinator is also responsible for staffing school events such as school dances and arranging childcare for community events such as conferences and parent meetings.