[Summer 2026] Per Diem Substitute Teacher

Agree to teach on an on-call, as-needed basis between June 29 and July 31, 2026

Teach ELA and/or Math components using curriculum provided

Support Youth Workers during SEL instruction

Use data to meet the needs of all learners

Monitor breakfast, lunch, and recess;

Attend meetings and professional development as required

Implement all health and safety protocols as required, including ensuring child safety and responding appropriately to any incidents

At least two years of lead teaching experience, with a record of improving student achievement preferred;

Demonstrated ability to provide high-quality ELA and math instruction to groups of elementary students, or ELA and/or math instruction to group of middle school students, required;

Ability to lead high-quality instruction at both the elementary and middle school level, strongly preferred

Ability to lead high-quality instruction of both ELA and math, strongly preferred

Experience using curriculum aligned with the Science of Reading (ex: CKLA) and Constructivist Learning Theory (ex: math Story Problems) preferred; 

New York State certification in Childhood Education preferred;

Strong ability to engage students in a classroom environment, required;

Knowledge and experience with social-emotional learning, preferred; 

A desire to make a difference in the lives of our students, families and community;

Ability to take initiative and maintain flexibility;

Desire and ability to receive and implement feedback;

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with various audiences (including colleagues, students, families); 

A commitment to working with diverse populations of families and students;

Must be able to work in-person at the program site during program hours;

A strong belief in the mission and values of DREAM, including the desire to make a difference in the lives of our students, families, and community.