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About this Substitute Teacher role at The Pinnacle School

The Pinnacle School · Onsite · Stamford, CT

At The Pinnacle School, we support students with complex learning challenges through tailored academics, therapeutic support, and collaborative problem solving. Guided by resilience, inclusion, and student empowerment, we redefine education for every learner. Join us and help students achieve confidence and independence.

As a Substitute Teacher at The Pinnacle School, you will support students in grades 2 through 12 with complex learning profiles and additional needs. In this full-time, 11-month school-based position, you’ll follow classroom lesson plans, adapt instruction to meet students’ learning needs, and provide a supportive and engaging classroom experience.

What You’ll Need

  • Bachelor’s degree

  • At least two years of experience teaching special education students with language-based learning differences

  • Strong communication, collaboration, and relationship-building skills

  • Flexibility and patience when responding to changing student or classroom needs

  • Ability to remain calm and make sound decisions in high-pressure situations

  • Strong organizational skills and the ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

  • Commitment to helping students of all abilities reach their full potential

  • A reflective, creative approach and a willingness to seek guidance and continue learning

What You’ll Do

  • Follow daily lesson plans and provide instruction in the classroom teacher’s absence

  • Adapt instruction to support different learning styles and achievement levels

  • Create a safe, supportive, and engaging classroom environment

  • Use observations and available data to adjust instructional and behavioral support

  • Monitor students during lunch, recess, transitions, and other school activities

  • Collaborate with teachers, clinicians, and other team members across disciplines

  • Build positive relationships with students, colleagues, families, and school districts

  • Communicate student progress and classroom feedback honestly and professionally

  • Perform other teaching-related duties as requested

  • Have the ability to work 11 months

Why You’ll Love Working Here

  • Enjoy both paid time off and extra paid school breaks (for select roles), plus paid holidays

  • Wellness perks including gym discounts, mindfulness apps, and prescription savings

  • Tuition reimbursement, career development programs, and leadership training

  • 401(k) retirement savings with a 4% company match and immediate vesting

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance

  • Free Employee Assistance Program with confidential counseling, life coaching, and mental health resources

  • Life insurance, disability coverage, and Health Savings Account (HSA) contributions at no cost to you

The Pinnacle School is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you require reasonable accommodations during the application or interview process, please contact us at [email protected].

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This role pays $50,000/yr — in line with the typical range for Teacher roles.

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