Lower School Permanent Substitute Teacher

Abraham Joshua Heschel School is currently seeking a permanent Lower School substitute teacher for the 2025-26 school year. 

This is a full-time exempt position that follows the standard departmental five day schedule. You may be assigned to one classroom for the day or rotate between classrooms as needed, however, you may be asked to step in to assist other divisions as needed. Attendance at a weekly faculty meeting and lunch/recess coverage are also required. 

Abraham Joshua Heschel School, located in New York City, is an independent Jewish school, N-12, unaffiliated with any single movement or synagogue. The school's approach to education is governed by profound respect for children. It nurtures their curiosity, cultivates their imagination, encourages creative expression, values their initiative and engenders critical thinking skills. The Heschel School is dedicated to inspiring its graduates to become responsible adults and active, compassionate citizens of the Jewish world and world communities.

Minimum Requirements:

• College degree required.

• Experience working with children in an educational setting.

Qualified applicants should upload a cover letter and resume.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.

Abraham Joshua Heschel School is an Equal Opportunity Employer.