What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lower School Per-Diem Substitute Teacher position at The Pingry School?
About Pingry
The Pingry School, a prestigious K-12 coeducational, independent day school with a rich history dating back to its founding by Dr. John F. Pingry in 1861, stands at the forefront of academic excellence in the United States. With campuses located in Basking Ridge, Pottersville, and Short Hills, New Jersey, Pingry is celebrated for its academic programs, a student-written Honor Code that underpins our community values, and a comprehensive commitment to arts, athletics, community, and civic engagement. Our mission is to inspire in our students a lifelong passion for learning, personal development, and social responsibility, preparing them to be global citizens and luminaries of the 21st century. Rooted in relationships and guided by our foundational philosophy, Pingry is a vibrant community of more than 1,100 students hailing from over 90 towns across New Jersey and New York. At Pingry, we are united by a love of learning and a commitment to preparing students to navigate the complexities of the 21st century with confidence and integrity. For more information, we invite you to visit our website at pingry.org or connect with The Pingry School on Facebook, X, and Instagram to discover why we love school.
Position Summary
The Pingry School is seeking dedicated and flexible Lower School Substitute Teachers to join our substitute team for the 2024-2025 school year. The ideal candidates will have a passion for working with children in Kindergarten through Grade 5 and will be available on an as-needed basis to cover teacher absences. This role requires the ability to adapt quickly, maintain classroom management, and deliver lesson plans effectively in a warm, supportive environment. This role is on our Short Hills, New Jersey campus and the per-diem compensation is $140 per day.
Responsibilities
- Substitute teachers are called in on an as-needed basis and must be flexible with their availability. The schedule may vary depending on the specific needs of the school.
- Must be able to work the full school day from 7:45am to 3:45pm.
- Support the teacher by implementing the daily curriculum for the assigned grade level.
- Create and maintain a positive, structured learning environment.
- Hold students to high academic and behavior standards consistent with The Pingry School Mission and Honor Code.
- Hold students accountable during class time, transitions, meals, recess time, and other learning opportunities that may be assigned to the substitute educator.
- Collaborate with other teachers to ensure a safe environment for all students.
Qualifications
- A Bachelor’s degree is required; however, we will also consider candidates currently pursuing an educational degree, particularly those in their senior year. A Master’s degree and previous classroom teaching experience are preferred.
- Enthusiasm for working with students.
- Experience working with elementary aged students.
- Ability to follow instructions and execute lesson plans with little preparation time.
- Dedication to supporting the academic, social, and emotional well-being of students.
- Ability to work with students both in-person and virtually.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Dedication to partnering collaboratively with a team of talented faculty.
- Comfort with incorporating the latest technology into your workflow, including Google Classroom and Zoom.
- Skilled in navigating the Google Suite of applications (Gmail, Google Drive, Google Calendar, etc.).
- Flexibility and adaptability to meet the evolving needs of the department and school community, including working hours based upon the school’s rotating schedule.
- Commitment to the mission, vision, and pillars of the Pingry School, including a commitment to DEIB and the requisite skills to work cross-functionally with diverse constituency groups across the organization.
Qualified candidates are invited to apply online at https://www.pingry.org/careers.
Pay: $140.00 per day
Schedule:
- On call
Experience:
- Teaching: 1 year (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Short Hills, NJ 07078 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $140