Building Substitute Teacher

Position Type:

Elementary School Teaching

Date Posted:

2/5/2026

Location:

Heathcote Elementary School

Date Available:

ASAP

Closing Date:

03/06/2026

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Building Substitute Teacher

The Scarsdale Schools are seeking a talented, experienced, and innovative candidates for a daily building substitute positions. We offer rich and varied educational programs, along with an active, supportive parent body. Candidates should have appropriate NYS certification or be enrolled in a program that leads to NYS certification at the rate of not less than six semester hours per year. The per diem rate is $200 and our building substitutes work all instructional days in session.

Scarsdale Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every one of the qualifications as described in a job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background.

We would encourage you to apply, even if you don't believe you meet every one of our qualifications described.

Position Purpose

Under the general supervision of the School Principal, to facilitate student success and growth in academic and interpersonal skills through implementing district approved curriculum; documenting teaching and student progress/activities/outcomes; addressing specific educational needs of individual students and by creating a flexible, safe and optimal learning environment; and providing feedback to students, parents and administration regarding student progress, expectations, goals, etc.

Essential Functions

* Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction, and student learning.

* Instructs students in the principles of responsible citizenship and other subject matters specified in applicable laws, as well as administrative regulations and procedures of the c school system.

* Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior needed to achieve a functional and optimal learning atmosphere in the classroom.

* Coordinates with other elementary professional staff members, especially within grade level, to evaluate and assess curriculum, and participates in faculty meetings and committees.

* Supervises students in activities that take place out of the classroom during the school day, including activities involving school transportation.

* Administers standardized tests in accordance with District testing programs.

Additional Duties

Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.

Note:

The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Equipment

Uses standard office equipment such as personal computers, printer, copy and fax machines, and telephone.

Travel Requirements

Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.

Knowledge,

Skills and Abilities

* Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiates instruction based upon student learning styles.

* Knowledge of elementary school curriculum and concepts.

* Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans.

* Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.

* Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed.

* Ability to organize and coordinate work.

* Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.

* Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.

* Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards

Works in standard office and school building environments.

Note:

Also see the Summary of Physical, Sensory and Environmental Requirements Needed to Perform Essential

Job Duties for this position.

Qualifications Profile

* Certification/License:

* NY State Certification as an Elementary Teacher

* NY State Certification in the appropriate grade level preferred.

Education

* Bachelors from an accredited college or university in Elementary Education or related discipline applicable to teaching assignment.

* Masters Degree in related area preferred.

Experience

Successful prior teaching experience for the appropriate grade levels a plus.

FLSA Status:
Exempt