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Franklin School

Private high school with personalized learning

Substitute Teacher

Full-Time
$180/hr
Mid
Bachelor's
Jersey City, NJ, USA
In Person
EducationK-12 Teaching

About the job

Requirements
  • At least one year of prior teaching experience is preferred.
  • A bachelor’s degree is required.
  • Experience teaching a range of learners.
  • Knowledge of educational and classroom technology, including Zoom, Google Classroom, and Canvas.
  • Availability to work Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
  • Willingness to participate in other duties as assigned.
Responsibilities
  • Assist students using educational and classroom technology.
  • Contribute positively to the Franklin community.
  • Engage with and learn from people with diverse backgrounds and experiences.
  • Support the school environment with joy, kindness, maturity, and flexibility.
  • Participate readily as a team member in assigned school duties.
Desired Qualifications
  • Special education experience.

About the company

Franklin School is a private high school in Jersey City for grades 9–12 within the Dwight Schools network. It combines rigorous academics with experiential, real‑world learning through AP courses, a 5:1 student–teacher ratio, personalized learning pathways, and hands‑on experiences in a MakerSpace, micro‑courses, internships, and service projects. Distinctive programs include the Franklin Incubator for student passion projects and the Franklin AI Research Collective with an in‑house chatbot named Sparkz, supported by about 50% financial aid for students. The school aims to prepare students for top‑tier colleges and successful careers by mixing interdisciplinary study, leadership development, and community engagement with real‑world readiness.

Company Size

51-200

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What believers are saying

  • 2025 innovation wins should strengthen admissions and family demand in Jersey City.
  • The waterfront campus attracts New York metropolitan families seeking independent-school alternatives.
  • Micro-courses, MakerSpace, and internships differentiate Franklin during college admissions cycles.

What critics are saying

  • Franklin enrolled only 159 students in 2025-26, limiting tuition capacity.
  • Blake Spahn retains strategic oversight, creating founder dependence if leadership shifts.
  • A 2022-founded school faces existential risk if enrollment misses targets or aid demand rises.

What makes Franklin School unique

  • Franklin won T4 Education’s 2025 World’s Best School Prize for Innovation.
  • Its 5:1 student-teacher ratio supports highly personalized instruction and counseling.
  • Dwight Schools backing gives Franklin global brand credibility and educational operating experience.

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Benefits

  • Flexible Work Hours