Per Diem Substitute

At LearnWell, we are committed to changing the lives of the 10 million students in the U.S. who are dealing with behavioral health issues. For more than 26 years, we have provided on-site educational services in hospitals, helping these school-age patients continue their education during treatment and reintegrate successfully into the classroom. With a network of over 200 educators, we strive to make a positive impact for generations to come.

Currently, we are seeking a passionate, flexible, and dependable Per Diem Substitute Teacher to join our team and provide coverage at our programs in the city of NJ. This unique position will involve working in fast-paced inpatient behavioral health facilities, providing academic support to adolescent school-age patients in a small classroom setting as they receive treatment.

This is an as-needed position with no guaranteed weekly hours. Substitute coverage may include absences that are scheduled in advance, such as planned PTO, as well as short-notice or same-day coverage when a teacher is unexpectedly absent. The amount and frequency of available shifts will vary based on program needs.

Our locations include

Hoboken, NJ

• Working hours: 8:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m

Newark, NJ

• Working hours: 8:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.

Paramus, NJ

• Working hours: 9:00 a.m.- 1:00 p.m.

Jersey City, NJ

• Working hours: 8:00 a.m.- 12:00 p.m.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to plan and deliver daily lesson plans, provide individualized assistance to students, and regularly communicate about student progress as needed. Additionally, you will monitor and adjust teaching strategies to ensure student success and maintain accurate attendance and session reports. Most of our class sizes range from 12 to 15 adolescent students at any one time.

• B.A/B.S. degree from an accredited institution
• New Jersey State Standard teaching license (CE and CEAS do not meet the requirements)
• Comfortable working with K-12 students
• Strong organizational skills
• Understanding of subject matter relevant to student needs
• Reliable Transportation

Join LearnWell as we strive to make a difference in the lives of students with behavioral health needs. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.