Seattle, Washington
Posted: 08-Jan-26
Location: Seattle, Washington
Type: Part Time
Salary: $250/Day
Categories:
Part-Time Substitute Theater Teacher- Middle and Upper School
SEATTLE ACADEMY is a dynamic community that challenges students to question, imagine, and create in order to contribute boldly to a changing world. This mission comes alive in our urban school setting, where we serve grades 6 – 12 in a vibrant, independent school environment.
Our diverse faculty is exceptionally qualified, strong academically, and combines rich life experience with a passion for their disciplines. Our teaching philosophy is geared toward our mission and guiding principles of Culture of Performance, College, and Life, Know the Kid, and Inclusive Community.
Seattle Academy is seeking a part-time substitute to support our Upper School and Middle School theater department through February of 2026. You will play a critical role in maintaining a continuum of our 8th grade and Upper School improv classes while stepping into directing the 7th grade plan already in progress, and be a part of a team of teachers who are teaching a middle school musical.
This position demands flexibility, enthusiasm, and a profound commitment to our students’ educational advancement.
Key characteristics for THE PERSON IN this position include:
- Deliver instructional activities that facilitate active learning experiences, established by the permanent teacher.
- Knowledge, experience, and enthusiasm for working with middle & upper school-aged students.
- A willingness to incorporate social-emotional learning competencies (social awareness, relationship skills, self-awareness, self-management, responsible decision making) and project-based learning into the subject matter.
- Strong organizational and communication abilities.
- Ability to work effectively with all constituent groups - teachers, parents, students, and administrative teams;
- Experience with addressing student behavior.
- Creative and imaginative problem-solver.
How to Apply:
SAAS offers a rate of $250 -$250 per day and an excellent benefit package once eligibility requirements are met. Benefits are eligible on the 1st of the month following 90 days. View our Staff Benefits here. A resume and cover letter is required to apply.
Seattle Academy provides Equal Employment Opportunities to all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender presentation, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty or status as a covered veteran in accordance with the applicable federal, state, and local laws