Middle School Substitute Teacher

Reports to: Principal
Status: Non-Exempt
Itinerant Location: 18 Agassiz Circle, Buffalo NY (Huber Hall)
Start Date: 08/17/2026

Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor's degree
• Master's degree in related content area preferred
• NYS Teaching Certification preferred
• Experience in classroom teaching preferred
• Evidence of strong communication, problem-solving, and human relations skills
• Ability to effectively work with students, parents, colleagues, and administrators from a diverse community

Pay

Starting Salary: $32,000
Annual Raise: Negotiable

Benefits

Comprehensive health benefits

Schedule

Contract Term: 10 months

About the Role

The purpose of the Building Substitute is to supervise and instruct students in the absence of a teacher. The Building Substitute is responsible for providing additional classroom management support while the teacher instructs the students.

Responsibilities

• Provide supervision for students in the absence of their classroom teacher
• Assist the classroom teacher to promote maximum student intellectual and physical development
• Assist the teacher during instructional time to facilitate student learning
• Communicate frequently with learners regarding their academic and social learning
• Provide assistance for instructional services to guide and direct student academic and social development
• Assist in the monitoring of student progress
• Communicate with the classroom teacher relative to the academic, physical, and social developments of students
• Participate in all staff and department meetings as assigned
• Participate in professional development opportunities as assigned
• Supervise students upon their arrival in the morning and dismissal in the afternoon
• Fulfill non-instructional duties as assigned by the Supervisors

Skills

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Effective problem-solving abilities
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to manage classroom behavior
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions appropriately and effectively

Other Job-Related Requirements

• Maintain control in stressful situations
• Work effectively with students, parents, teachers, support staff, and administrators from a diverse community
• Manage time effectively with frequent interruptions

How it Supports the Mission and Vision

• Ensures the continuity of student learning during teacher absences
• Supports the educational mission by providing effective classroom management
• Enhances student development by facilitating a positive learning environment