[Summer 2026] Per Diem Substitute Teacher

Job Description

Job Description

Originally   founded in 1991  as Harlem RBI, DREAM has grown to annually serve more than 2,500 youth across East Harlem and the South Bronx through a network of seven PreK-12, extended-day, extended-year DREAM Charter Schools and community sports-based youth development programs. Through our commitment to rigorous academics, social-emotional learning, deep family and community engagement, and health and wellness, we create lifelong learners who are equipped to fulfill their vision of success in and out of the classroom. We dream big, as well, with an aggressive five-year plan to expand to serve 3,500 students across seven schools —growing our organization’s impact and leveling the playing field for all children. To learn more, visit wearedream.org .

DREAM (formerly known as DREAM Charter School and Harlem RBI), is an innovative educational and youth development organization, serving over 2,500 East Harlem and South Bronx youth in 6 schools. Through its network of rigorous PK-12 public charter schools and out-of-school time programs, DREAM connects youth and families to rigorous, student-centered academics, age-appropriate programs, and passionate professional staff in an intensive multi-year commitment to truly serve the whole child and community. 

The  Per Diem Substitute Teacher will be responsible for leading phonics and math workshops with groups of 18-22 elementary school students, English Language Arts instruction with groups of 18-22 middle school students, and/or Math instruction with groups of 18-22 middle school students.

The per diem substitute teacher will fulfill the responsibilities of the Summer Teacher on an as-needed, on-call basis.

 

Responsibilities

• 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

Qualifications

• 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.

Commitment

• Program start date: 6/22/26
• Program end date: 7/31/26
• Potential Days & Hours to be called in: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
• Please note: This position is an on-call, as-needed role.

Location

• This position will work at one of DREAM's three campuses:
• East Harlem: 1991 2nd Avenue, New York, NY
• Highbridge: 1162 River Ave, Bronx, NY
• Mott Haven: 20 Bruckner Boulevard, Bronx, NY

Benefits

• DREAM offers the following benefits to our part-time employees:
• 403(b) retirement plan, with employer matching up to 4% after one year of employment (12-month continuous period) in which you work a minimum of 1,000 hours;
• Disability benefits;
• Referral bonuses;
• Access to our Employee Discount Program, offering savings on travel, entertainment, retail, and more;
• High-performing part-time staff have the opportunity to apply for the DREAM Teaching Fellowship, through which they can earn a Bachelors or Masters degree and become full-time teachers at DREAM.

Compensation

• DREAM offers competitive compensation commensurate with relevant experience. The rate for this position for incoming staff is between $49 and $55 per hour. New hires receive an offer within the range based on their number of years of experience as a lead teacher and internal equity.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

At DREAM, diversity, equity, and inclusion are a matter of mission. 

From our schools to our playing fields, DREAM is committed to building a team where each individual can bring their full identity and experience to work because representation matters—it enriches our team culture, enhances our ability to innovate, and strengthens our impact in and out of the classroom. DREAM engages staff that represent and appreciate the diversity of our majority Black and Hispanic student body, while working to ensure that our practices are equitable, welcoming, and productive. We are dedicated to creating a world where youth, especially youth of color, have permission to dream—along with the tools and opportunities to make their dreams reality.

Come dream with us .

DREAM Maxims  

All Kids Can. This Kid Can.

DREAM is Family.

Fun is a Serious Value.

Teamwork Makes the DREAM Work.

Fail. Persist. Exceed.

DREAM Big.

Applying to DREAM

We know applying for a new job can be a daunting process. In addition, studies have shown that historically underrepresented individuals often only apply to roles if they meet 100% of the qualifications. We encourage all applications! You may be just the person we need. If you have any questions about your application or interview process, do not hesitate to ask your recruiter; we are here to help!

DREAM provides reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local laws. If accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact your recruiter.

If you are a current DREAM employee, please click here to review our Internal Selection Process before applying.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.