Substitute Teachers (Part-Time, Hours Vary by Assignment; Begins as Soon as Possible

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Substitute Teachers
(Part-Time, Hours Vary by Assignment; Begins as Soon as Possible)

Francis W. Parker School is a renowned JK-12th grade independent day school. Founded in 1901 on the tenets of progressive education, the school currently enrolls 940 students and employs 200 dedicated faculty and staff members who, in addition to assistant teachers, substitute teachers and coaches, work together to ensure that the School lives up to its Mission to “educate students to think and act with empathy, courage and clarity as responsible citizens and leaders in a diverse, democratic society and global community.”

We are currently seeking substitute teachers to provide in-person instruction to students in Grades JK-12. Substitutes must be capable of teaching multiple grade levels and establishing effective working relationships with students of all ages, as well as faculty, staff, administration, and parents. School hours are 8:00am-3:30pm, with classroom setup or arrival assistance sometimes needed as early as 7:30am.

• Effectively communicate and co‑teach with grade‑level assistant teachers and cross‑divisional staff members
• Apply appropriate instructional methods for meeting lesson objectives
• Recess, lunch, and dismissal duties are as assigned
• Other duties as assigned

• Bachelor's Degree required
• Experience working with children
• Strong organizational and follow‑up skills
• Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal skills
• Reliable, responsible and extremely flexible

$70/half day (4 hours or less), $140/full day (4 hours or more);
This position is not eligible for benefits.

The faculty, staff and administration of Francis W. Parker School are integral parts of the School’s community. Through their passion, dedication and commitment to the School’s mission, they create and support an environment where exceptional child‑centered learning can occur.

Francis W. Parker School is committed to cultivating a community of dedicated students, parents, faculty and staff, trustees, administrators and alumni, who acknowledge, respect, and esteem diversity in our school; and who reflect, through their presence, the diversity of Chicago communities and the wider world.

Francis W. Parker School is an equal opportunity employer.