2026-27 Elementary School Flex Teacher

Job Description

Job Description

About Us

Brilla Public Charter Schools is a network of K-8th grade schools that currently serves 1,800 students from Mott Haven, University Heights, and other neighborhoods in the Bronx. The network is growing from its current four elementary and two middle schools to four elementary and five middle schools educating some 4,000 students in the Bronx. The Charter Management Organization (CMO) for Brilla Schools Network is Seton Education Partners, an organization inspired by the Catholic educational tradition, that also manages the Seton Teaching Fellows missionary program and El Camino, an optional after-school Catholic faith formation program. At the heart of the Seton educational mission is our dedication to help students become young men and women of good character and spirit who are prepared for excellence in high school, college, and beyond. 

Brilla combines a Classical approach to education – an emphasis on a content-rich curriculum, inquiry-driven instruction, and virtue formation that fosters an appreciation of Truth, Beauty, and Goodness – with individualized instructional support. We approach the formation of our students holistically and maintain high academic expectations. Ours is a joyful community that honors the dignity of each student, our staff members, and the families we serve.

Position Overview 

Brilla Public Charter Schools is seeking a reliable and dedicated part-time Flex Teacher to join our team. This position will support our schools by filling in for teachers when they are absent, ensuring continuity in education delivery. The Flex Teacher will work up to 28 hours per week, Monday through Thursday, providing full-day coverage as needed across various grade levels.

Core Competencies & Responsibilities

• Provide instruction and supervision to students in the absence of the regular classroom teacher.
• Follow lesson plans and ensure that educational goals are met during the teacher's absence.
• Maintain a positive and productive learning environment conducive to student growth and development.
• Implement classroom management strategies to address behavior and maintain order.
• Collaborate with school staff to support the academic and social-emotional needs of students.
• Maintain open communication with classroom teachers and school administration regarding student progress and any concerns that arise.
• Flexibility to adapt to different teaching styles and curriculum materials as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the overall functioning of the school.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent required; college coursework or degree preferred. Experience working with children or in an educational setting preferred. Must be eligible to work with students in a school setting. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to follow directions and work effectively in a team environment. Demonstrated reliability and punctuality. Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism in all interactions.

Qualifying Tasks

Execute lesson plans provided by classroom teachers. Supervise students during lunch, recess, and other non-instructional periods.

Benefits

​Brilla provides equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees.

The pay range for this position is $31.00/hour. Pay may vary within the stated range, depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. This part-time position does not qualify for employer benefits.

Brilla Schools is an equal opportunity employer. Brilla Schools provides equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees.

Be sure to input your full legal name in your application.

Beware of phishing attempts. After applying, initial outreach from Brilla Schools will only come from an @us-greenhouse-mail.io email address. Brilla Schools will never reach out with a job offer before a face-to-face interview.