Substitute Teacher

Buffalo Public Schools • Buffalo, NY

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Substitute Teacher provides instruction, manages the classroom environment, and promotes student learning when the regular classroom teacher is absent. Substitute teachers implement lesson plans, assign class work and homework, and maintain classroom control and discipline. In some cases, they may complete a daily report or evaluation communicating pertinent information from the day. The role requires teaching capability, the ability to follow oral and written directions, and effective working relationships with staff and students.

This is a per diem, on-demand position with Buffalo Public Schools. Substitute Teachers must work at least 20 full days per school year to retain employment. The daily rate starts at $132.08. Interviews are expected to be held in January 2027.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree; official sealed college transcripts are required upon hire.
• Teaching capabilities.
• Ability to follow oral and written directions.
• Work a minimum of 20 full days per school year to retain employment.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction and promote student learning in the absence of the regular classroom teacher.
• Manage the classroom environment and maintain classroom control and discipline.
• Implement the regular teacher’s lesson plans.
• Assign student class work and homework.
• When required, complete a daily report or evaluation describing pertinent information from the day.
• Establish effective working relationships with staff and students.

What This Job Offers

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