Summary

The Long-Term Substitute Teacher supports the St. Andrew’s instructional team by maintaining classroom routines and delivering instruction during a faculty member’s extended absence. This role is temporary, beginning in November 2025 and continuing through the end of the academic year, with possible extension depending on school needs.

The successful candidate will provide a nurturing, engaging classroom environment that upholds St. Andrew’s whole-child approach, emphasizing academic excellence, social-emotional learning, and community connection.

School Overview

St. Andrew’s School (SAS) is a tuition-free, independent K–5 elementary school located in Richmond, Virginia. For 130 years, SAS has served students through an extended day (7:45 am–4:00 pm) and extended year model focused on the whole child. Our six fundamentals are academics, family engagement, graduate support, social and emotional learning, visual and performing arts, and wellness and nutrition.

We are committed to educational equity, access, and the power of relationships. St. Andrew’s School is an equal opportunity employer. Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC), immigrants, women, and LGBTQ+ candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

St. Andrew’s instructional staff are completely committed to growth and relationships. This means that every day they:

• Center students in all actions and decision-making.
• Actively and intentionally build relationships with students.
• Nurture their partnership with families.
• Are committed to implementing research-based practices.
• Are committed to ongoing professional growth.
• Understand the role of individual accountability in advancing organizational goals.
• Actively accept differences across the organization.
• Work intentionally and positively with teammates to advance the greater good.

Functional Responsibilities: 

• Deliver daily instruction based on existing lesson plans and curriculum materials.
• Maintain a positive, structured, and caring classroom environment aligned with Responsive Classroom practices.
• Supervise students in a variety of school settings including classrooms, hallways, lunch, and recess.
• Support students’ academic, social, and emotional development.
• Communicate effectively with colleagues and administrators regarding student progress and classroom needs.
• Participate in school-wide events as needed and maintain consistent attendance.
• Follow all school procedures and uphold the mission and values of St. Andrew’s School.

Nothing in this job description restricts the School’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this position at any time. This position is at will, which means that either the employee or the School may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without notice and for any reason or no reason.

Minimum Education/ Prior Experience/ Qualifications Required

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Prior teaching or classroom experience strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and flexibly within a team.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Commitment to fostering an inclusive, supportive classroom environment.
• Successful completion of background checks required.

Physical Requirements

• Going up and down stairs multiple times a day (basement through third floor).
• Ability to supervise outdoor activities, such as recess etc.

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