Lower School Building Substitute

The Baldwin School, founded in 1888, is an all-girls college preparatory, independent day school (PreK-Grade 12) dedicated to excellence in education within a nurturing, diverse community.

About the role

A full-time Building Substitute responsible for maintaining consistent education in Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 5 classrooms when regular teachers are unavailable.

Responsibilities

• Perform teaching duties across Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 5, covering core subjects (Mathematics, ELA, Social Studies) and co-curricular specials (Music, Art, Science, World Languages, etc.)
• Provide whole-class, small-group, and individual instruction
• Foster a positive, nurturing learning environment
• Collaborate with the Head and Assistant Head of Lower School and the Lower School Administrative Assistant for daily classroom placement and tasks
• Perform arrival and dismissal duties
• Supervise and assist students during transitions, meal times, and recess
• Maintain clean and organized classroom spaces
• Support the School and teachers on non-assigned days
• Attend faculty/staff meetings, professional development sessions, and community events
• Other duties as assigned by the Head of Lower School or Head of School

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education or related field
• 1–3 years of classroom teaching experience, preferably in an elementary setting
• Excellent time management and ability to switch between tasks and prioritize work
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and planning skills
• Outstanding verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Experience integrating technology (Google applications, MacBooks/iPads, Promethean Board)
• Commitment to creating inclusive classroom communities and introducing students to diverse cultures, experiences, and perspectives

Qualifications

• High level of energy and flexibility
• Sense of humor
• Understanding of and appreciation for girls’ education
• Love of working with students and creating a joyful learning environment