Substitute Preschool Lead Teacher

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School Professionals
Published
January 8, 2026
Location
NY, New York
Category
Job Type
Salary Min
175
Salary Max
200
Salary Unit Text
Daily
Currency
USD

Description

We are seeking enthusiastic and caring Substitute Preschool Teachers to lead classrooms in the absence of the permanent teacher. We offer short and long-term opportunities as available. The ideal candidate will have a love for working with young children, a positive attitude, and the ability to create a supportive and engaging learning environment.

Responsibilities:

3+ months experience working with students in a traditional classroom or analogous setting. This can include substitute teaching, student teaching, after school counselor, coach, tutor, camp counselor, religious school instructor, higher education professor, etc. 

Bachelor's degree or higher – New York Employees (Early Childhood Education preferred) 

Be flexible to cover a variety of grades and subjects based on school needs which are subject to change at any time. 

Excellent classroom management skills and ability to keep students engaged, focused, and motivated. Ability to circulate classrooms or other spaces to supervise and assist students as necessary. Manage student behavior in a positive manner and be able to de-escalate situations. 

Excellent communication skills. Be patient and exercise sound judgment.  

Lesson planning, taking and reporting student attendance, grading/scoring, light administrative duties, organizing the classroom, recess, lunch duty, attending field trips, some lifting duties as needed.  

Attend meetings such as professional development, parent teacher conferences, etc. if requested/approved by school/program and School Professionals. 

How to Apply:
Please submit your resume here, Substitute Teacher Jobs Available Now: Get Paid to Teach. We are happy to review and be in touch.

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COMPANY OVERVIEW 

This job is presented to you by School Professionals, a division of the TemPositions Group of Companies. Enjoy exceptional compensation, benefits, and a wealth of opportunities in education. To learn more about employment opportunities, visit our website at https://www.tempositions.com/school-professionals/

We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. We strictly prohibit and do not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender (including gender identity and expression), marital or familial status, age, physical or mental disability, perceived disability, citizenship status, service in the uniformed services, genetic information, height, weight, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Applications from members of minority groups and women are encouraged.

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