Substitute Teacher, Nursery - 8th Grade

Substitute Teacher, Nursery – 8th Grade

Start Date: Rolling hiring – accepting applications on an ongoing basis

Pay Rate: $20/hour

Schedule:

• Part-time, hourly position on an as-needed basis

• Typical hours: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM on days when substitute coverage is needed

About Bank Street School for Children

A leader in progressive education for more than 100 years, the Bank Street School for Children provides students, from nursery through 8th grade, an education that engages their natural curiosity, nurtures critical thinking, and helps to develop a sense of community and social responsibility. Through a teaching approach that is fundamentally hands-on and child-centered, Bank Street students develop the courage and confidence to think independently, work collaboratively, understand themselves and others more deeply, and possess the compassion to make meaning of the world around them.

About the Position

The Bank Street School for Children is seeking substitute teachers to provide classroom coverage across all grade levels, from nursery through 8th grade, on an as-needed basis. Substitute teachers step into classrooms to maintain continuity of learning when regular teachers are absent, working collaboratively with classroom teams and specialists. This is an excellent opportunity for educators who are passionate about progressive education and want flexible, part-time work supporting children and teachers. Substitute positions are also available for specialty areas including Early Childhood Music, Physical Education, Art, Spanish, Library, and Movement.

Key Responsibilities

Classroom Instruction and Support

• Meet and instruct assigned classes in the locations and at the times designated

• Follow lesson plans and curriculum guidance provided by the regular classroom teacher

• Maintain a classroom environment conducive to effective learning and consistent with Bank Street’s progressive approach

• Adapt instruction to meet the needs of individual children, small groups, and the whole class

Collaboration and Communication

• Collaborate with other colleagues and educators in support of the children being covered

• Work as part of a classroom teaching team, contributing to a collaborative, cooperative, and reflective approach

• Communicate with regular classroom teachers about the day’s activities and any relevant student information

Classroom Management and Safety

• Supervise students during lunch, rest, and/or recess as assigned

• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, materials, equipment, and facilities

• Abide by all school regulations for health and safety

• Maintain classroom organization and help with setup, cleanup, and some clerical work as needed

Qualifications

Required

• High school diploma

• Willingness to collaborate and work as part of a team

• Ability to work flexibly with individual children, small groups, and whole classes

• Commitment to creating a safe, supportive learning environment

Preferred

• Bachelor’s degree in Education or a related field

• Experience managing a classroom and teaching children

• Experience working with young children (nursery through elementary ages)

• Familiarity with or experience in progressive education

• For specialty area substitutes: relevant training or experience in the subject area (music, art, physical education, Spanish, library science, or movement)

Bank Street is a leader in education, a pioneer in improving the quality of classroom practice, and a national advocate for children and their families. 

Since its beginnings in 1916, Bank Street has been at the forefront of understanding how children learn and grow. From early childhood centers and schools to hospitals and museums, Bank Street has built a national reputation on the simple fact that our graduates know how to do the work that is right for children.

At Bank Street’s Graduate School of Education, students are trained in a model that combines the study of human development, learning theory, and sustained clinical placement to promote significant development as a teacher prior to graduation. Our children’s programs—Bank Street School for Children, Family Center, Bank Street Head Start, and Liberty LEADS—foster children’s development in the broadest sense by providing diverse opportunities for social, emotional, cognitive, and physical growth. The Bank Street Education Center disrupts inequity through system-level change to help design better educational experiences for both children and adults. The College further supports and influences positive outcomes for children every day through professional development programs, research projects, and other key efforts engaging educators, intermediary organizations, and government officials at the district, state, and federal levels.