Direct Supervisor: Head of Early Childhood, Head of Lower and Intermediate School, and Head of Middle School FLSA: Exempt Type: Full-Time Faculty Employee
The Permanent Substitute Teacher is a responsible and student-centered educator who helps to maintain consistent education throughout the school when other teachers are unable to perform their teaching duties. Works closely with the Head of Early Childhood, Head of Lower and Intermediate School, Head of Middle School and the Academic Administrative Coordinator to support a positive school experience for all students (age three through eighth grade).
Professional Attributes:
High energy and enthusiasm with the ability to learn quickly, make an immediate impact, and implement new initiatives
Flexibility and openness to work on a variety of assignments
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, displaying the ability to connect and build relationships with employees, students, and parents
Confidence in professional aptitude with the ability to effectively convey skills and knowledge
Positive team player with a strong desire to be an active, long-term participant in the growth of the School
Supports and aligns with the School's philosophy, mission, values, and policies
Commitment to fostering and supporting a safe and healthy atmosphere and an inclusive community
Duties and Responsibilities:
Performs teaching duties throughout the school that would range from age three through eighth grade and would include all subjects and areas such as PE, music, art, world language, math, language arts, etc.
Works closely with the Head of Early Childhood, Head of Lower and Intermediate School, and Head of Middle School, and the Academic Administrative Coordinator for daily classroom placement and tasks
Leads students to live our mission fully and inspire a strong community that ensures a sense of respect, responsibility, and integrity in all students
Actively participates in school life and demonstrates an interest and passion for professional development
Proactively seeks to support the school and teachers on days not assigned to a classroom
Performs other duties as assigned
Skills, Knowledge, and Qualifications
Bachelor's degree Possess an understanding of child development
A life-long learner who enhances their skills using technology to maintain high standards of performance
Excellent time management skills and ability to switch between tasks and prioritize work
Attention to detail and problem-solving skills
Strong organizational and planning skills
Aptitude to learn new systems, software, and platforms, including student information systems
Comfortable with Google Workspace, Google Classroom, and a Windows/Chrome OS environment
High level of confidentiality and discretion
The Permanent Substitute Teacher is a 10-month position and follows the academic calendar.
2/5/2024
The Independence School prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
The Independence School, located on 90 acres in the Pike Creek Valley, provides an exceptionally strong academic foundation, delivered in a stimulating environment that reflects a strong commitment to citizenship and character development. Independence graduates are academically successful, intellectually curious, and demonstrate leadership and self-responsibility. The school welcomes children age 3 through grade 8.