Division of Early Learning: Substitute Teacher

Responsibilities

• Work with faculty to support students throughout the instructional day
• Provide a caring and safe classroom experience for students.
• Model mindful language, compassion and leadership.
• Perform additional teaching duties as assigned.
• Follow any plans or units of instruction as indicated by classroom faculty Essential Qualifications.
• At least two years of paid classroom experience working with children (ages 2–5 preferred.)
• Able to work a minimum of standard business hours Monday–Friday.
• Must demonstrate a deep respect for childhood and excitement for being a leader in teaching and learning.
• Desire to work in a highly collaborative environment.
• Degree in Early Childhood or Elementary Education a plus.

Please send a cover letter, resume, and at least one reference to lmactaswith the subject title “DoEL Substitute Teacher.” This is a rolling position, and substitute teachers are hired based on the availability of openings.

At The Elisabeth Morrow School, located 10 minutes from northern Manhattan in Englewood, N.J., children’s natural curiosity grows into a lifelong love of learning. Our exemplary curriculum features innovative programming in science, technology, engineering, the arts, and mathematics (STEAM), a nationally renowned instrumental music program, social‑emotional learning, and community‑wide core values.

Proud to be one of the most diverse independent schools in the country, we seek qualified candidates who will add to this legacy. We are committed to a policy of non‑discrimination and equal opportunity for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to sex, race, religion, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, or marital status.

The Elisabeth Morrow School is a member of the Independent School Admissions Association of Greater New York (ISAAGNY), the New Jersey Association of Independent Schools (NJAIS), and the National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS). For more information, visit elisabethmorrow.org.