Substitute Teacher Jobs in Brooklyn, NY

A Substitute Teacher steps into the role of a regular Elementary Teacher when they are absent, ensuring the continuity of education for students. The Substitute Teacher plans and delivers lessons according to the regular teacher's curriculum plans, manages the classroom, and maintains a positive, engaging learning environment. They must have the ability to adapt quickly and carry out the lesson plans left by the regular teacher effectively. They also evaluate student progress and provide feedback on their performance.

Substitute teachers should have strong communication, organization and problem-solving skills. Knowledge of instructional techniques and child development is also crucial. At minimum, a Bachelor's degree is required, and some states may require a Substitute Teaching Certificate or Teaching Credential. Individuals may gain experience in roles such as a Teaching Assistant, Tutor or Child Care Worker before becoming a substitute teacher. This provides them with exposure and understanding of the school environment and the responsibilities involved in teaching.

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High School Math Leave Replacement Teacher

  • New York, NY (3 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 22 hours ago
  • New York, NY (3 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 22 hours ago

Work with existing lesson plans and curriculum to design engaging lessons. Work one-on-one with students daily for support and enrichment....

Long - Term Substitute Teacher- Gr. 3 - Woodbrook Elementary School

  • Edison, NJ (24 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Edison, NJ (24 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 1 day ago

TITLE: Teacher PRIMARY FUNCTION: Assumes responsibility for the instruction of assigned students in designated subject area(s) in accordance with the course of study approved by the Board of...

Reading Leave Replacement Teacher

  • West Hempstead, NY (17 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • West Hempstead, NY (17 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Job Number: WHSN... Start Date: 2019-09-01T00:00:00 End Date: 2019-08-28T00:00:00 Description: Application Type Name: Teacher District Name: West Hempstead UFSD Region Name: Long Island Salary...

Anticipated: Full Year Elementary Leave Replacement Teacher

  • Watchung, NJ (23 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 6 days ago
  • Watchung, NJ (23 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 6 days ago

Anticipated: Full Year Elementary Leave Replacement Teacher JobID: 510 Position Type: Elementary School Teaching Date Posted: 8/12/2025 Location: Bayberry School Date Available: 08/26/2025 Closing...

Middle School Special Education Leave Replacement Teacher

  • Metuchen, NJ (21 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 7 days ago
  • Metuchen, NJ (21 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 7 days ago

Position Type: Special Education/Teacher Date Posted: 8/11/2025 Location: Edgar Middle School   Additional Information: Show/Hide Edgar Middle School Special Education Leave Replacement...

Leave Replacement Teacher of Social Studies

  • Maplewood, NJ (14 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 12 days ago
  • Maplewood, NJ (14 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 12 days ago

Leave Replacement Teacher of Social Studies JobID: 2538 Position Type: High School Teaching/Social Studies - History Date Posted: 5/1/2025 Location: Columbia High School Date Available: 08/27/2025 Closing...

Part-Time Interim Teacher of Visual Arts, Grades 5-8 (.8 time)

  • New York, NY (3 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 12 days ago
  • New York, NY (3 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 12 days ago

Trinity School, a co-educational, K-12 institution located on Manhattans Upper West Side, seeks a part-time Interim Teacher of Visual Arts, Grades 5-8, beginning September 1, 2025. The ideal...

Substitute Special Education Teacher - Newark, NJ

  • Newark, NJ (9 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 14 days ago
  • Newark, NJ (9 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 14 days ago

A full-time, leave replacement position is available for a Special Education Teacher to support middle school students in a resource setting. This role requires delivering tailored instruction and...

Substitute Special Ed Teacher - Paterson, New Jersey

  • Paterson, NJ (17 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 20 days ago
  • Paterson, NJ (17 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 20 days ago

A full-time substitute teaching opportunity is available for a Special Education Teacher to serve as a leave replacement in a middle school resource setting. This position involves providing...

2025-2026 Lower Elementary School Leave Replacement Teacher

  • Brooklyn, NY
  • 27 days ago
  • Brooklyn, NY
  • 27 days ago

What You'll Be Asked To Do Internalize standards-aligned curriculum and content and on a daily basis, teach academically rigorous and culturally relevant lesson plans, materials, and assessments, and...

Interim Teacher Coach Language Arts (September 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025)

  • Orange, NJ (13 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Orange, NJ (13 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 30+ days ago

Interim Teacher Coach ~ Language Arts (September 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025) JobID: 4401 Position Type: Teacher Coach Date Posted: 7/15/2025 Location: District Date Available: 09/01/2025 Closing...

Long-Term Substitute Teacher - Grade 5

  • Parsippany, NJ (24 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Parsippany, NJ (24 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 30+ days ago

Position Type: Substitute/Substitute Teacher Date Posted: 7/14/2025 Location: Intervale Elementary School Date Available: 08/27/2025 Closing Date: Until filled   Additional Information: Show...

Art Teacher Leave Replacement Teacher

  • Teaneck, NJ (13 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Teaneck, NJ (13 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 30+ days ago

Art Teacher Leave Replacement Teacher JobID: 1854 Position Type: Elementary School Teaching/Art Date Posted: 7/9/2025 Location: Hawthorne School Closing Date: until filled   Additional...

Vacancy - Replacement Long Term Substitute Teacher of Students with Disabilities

  • Hazlet, NJ (21 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Hazlet, NJ (21 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 30+ days ago

Teacher of Students with Disabilities Hazlet Middle School Applicants for the above position must hold a New Jersey teaching certification with the following endorsements: CODE ENDORSEMENT 1106 Middle...

Vacancy - Long Term Substitute - Teacher of Mathematics

  • Hazlet, NJ (21 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Hazlet, NJ (21 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 30+ days ago

Position Type: Long Term Substitute Positions/ Substitute Teacher Date Posted: 7/9/2025 Location: Hazlet Middle School Closing Date: Until Filled    Please be advised that the following anticipated...

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Salary for Substitute Teacher Jobs in Brooklyn, NY

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Substitute Teachers in Brooklyn, NY offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
45.8%
Master's Degree
39.2%
Associate's Degree
4.9%
Doctorate Degree
3.6%
High School or GED
3.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.5%
Some College
0.5%
Some High School
0.2%


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