Substitute Teacher (2025-2026)

About Us: 

As one of the highest performing charter networks in New York City, Classical Charter Schools is having a meaningful impact on education in the South Bronx. Recognized as four-time National Blue Ribbon Award-Winning network, Classical Charter Schools outperforms 97% of New York charters by providing a transformative education through a classical curriculum focused on art, music, Latin, debate and character education.  

We are an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity. All employees and applicants will be treated in all respects on basis of merit and qualifications without regards to their race, color, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion, gender, veteran status, or any other reason prohibited by law. We strongly encourage applications from people of all backgrounds to apply. At Classical, we provide comprehensive health benefits, competitive salaries, and opportunities for growth. 

Position Summary: 

All Classical teachers share the undying belief that maximizing student achievement is at the core of our work. Our Resident Substitute Teachers are committed to our mission and driven to meet key responsibilities: 

• Maintaining high behavioral expectations, sustaining established classroom systems, and executing schoolwide procedures and routines 


• Preparing and facilitating lessons in absent-teacher classrooms using Classical’s scripted curriculum 


• Engaging with scholars and staff across a range of grade-levels 

Successful Resident Substitute Teachers are: 

• Consistently reliable and present; communicate effectively and can be counted on 


• Flexible and easily able to adjust in-the-moment based on the needs of teachers and scholars 


• Growth-oriented and willing to learn 


• Likely to receive an offer for the 2026 ClassiCorps Teaching Fellowship 

Qualifications: 

• Undergraduate degree 


• Experience working with children

Strong Candidates Will: 

• Have experience working at a high-performing charter school 


• Show alignment to Classical Charter School’s mission and approach 


• Exhibit excellent work ethic and organizational skills 


• Demonstrate application of our core values: Accountability, Innovation, Professionalism, Rigor, Tenacity, Transparency, and Urgency