Short Hills, New Jersey
Posted: 04-Dec-25
Location: Short Hills, New Jersey
Type: Full Time
Salary: $50,000 - $60,000
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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 seeks a dedicated and adaptable Lower School Permanent Substitute and Auxiliary Programs Associate to join our team. This full-time role requires a dynamic educator who can step into various teaching positions and responsibilities as needed, providing consistent support to students and maintaining continuity of instruction. The ideal candidate will have a passion for working with elementary-aged children, strong classroom management skills, and the ability to effectively execute lesson plans across a range of subjects and grade levels.
This is a full-time, 10-month position. Work hours are Monday through Friday from 7:45 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., plus aftercare coverage from 3:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Responsibilities
- The Lower School Permanent Substitute has a dual reporting line to both the Lower School Division Director for daily substitute responsibilities and the Assistant Director of Auxiliary, Signature Programs and Registrar for all Auxiliary Programs responsibilities.
- Serve as a full-time substitute teacher for lower school classes (grades K-5), adapting to the needs of the school each day.
- Deliver engaging and effective instruction across various subjects, following prepared lesson plans and adapting them as necessary.
- Manage classroom environments to maintain a positive, inclusive, and safe space for all students.
- Collaborate with grade-level teams, administrators, and other faculty to support student learning and school initiatives.
- Build positive relationships with students, parents, and staff, serving as a reliable and approachable presence in the school community.
- Assist with additional duties as assigned, including supervising lunch, recess, or other school activities.
- Maintain accurate student attendance, behavior, and progress records, and communicate with appropriate staff as needed.
- Provide feedback to teachers on student performance and classroom dynamics when covering for extended periods.
After-Care Responsibilities
- The aftercare portion of this role will report to the Auxiliary Programs Department.
- Oversee daily aftercare operations, including attendance, snack time, homework support, recess, games, and structured recreational activities.
- Coordinate with the Lower School Administrative Assistant and Operations Lead to ensure accurate daily bus attendance and transportation logs.
- Ensure student safety at all times, including during transitions, homework assistance, and recreational activities.
- Monitor dismissal to parents/guardians and the inter-campus shuttle in accordance with school protocols.
- Uphold all safety norms and expectations related to SRP protocols.
Benefits
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
- Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Professional development opportunities.
- A supportive and inclusive school community that values teamwork and creativity.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Education or a related field.
- Prior experience working with elementary-age children, preferably in a classroom setting.
- Strong classroom management skills with the ability to create a structured and engaging learning environment.
- Ability to execute lesson plans effectively and adapt to the needs of diverse learners.
- Dedication to supporting the academic, social, and emotional well-being of students.
- Flexibility and an ability to work across various disciplines.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Comfortable with incorporating the latest technology into your workflow, including Google Classroom, Seesaw, and Zoom.
- Skilled in navigating the Google Suite of applications (Gmail, Google Drive, Google Calendar, etc.).
- Flexibility, reliability, and a positive attitude toward working in a dynamic school environment.
- Ability to work collaboratively with a team of educators and school staff.
- 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.