PYP Teacher Substitute Paternity Leave Coverage

DAYSTAR ACADEMY

Job Description

Title:

PYP Teacher Substitute (Paternity Leave Coverage)

Reports to:

Director of Lower and Middle School Type:
Temporary, Substitute – Paternity Leave Coverage

Required:

Bachelor’s degree in Education or a related field Dates:
November 30, 2026 – December 19, 2026 Work Days/

Hours:

Monday–Wednesday and Friday, 7:30 AM–3:30 PM;
Thursday, 7:30 AM–4:30 PM (includes staff meetings/professional development) Compensation: $160/day

Location:

On-site at Daystar Academy Job Summary

The PYP Substitute Teacher provides continuity of instruction for a classroom during a Teacher’s paternity leave. This role is responsible for implementing the existing instructional program in a consistent, engaging manner, following unit and lesson plans developed in alignment with the International Baccalaureate (IB) framework and Common Core State Standards.

In addition to academic responsibilities, the substitute is expected to integrate faith-based principles into instruction, fostering students’ growth across academic, social, emotional, and spiritual domains, and to maintain the classroom routines and culture established by the Lead Teacher. Instructional practices are data-driven, with regular assessments used to inform teaching strategies and support individual student development.

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• Ensure a safe school environment, both indoors and outdoors, in accordance with building operation protocols (keys, fobs, alarm codes), the Daystar Distinctives, and Responsive Classroom practices.
• Participate in a brief staff prayer at 7:35 AM, Monday through Thursday, in the Gathering Place.
• Engage in school events to promote and strengthen positive school culture.
• Complete assigned arrival and dismissal duties.
• Fulfill essential job functions as outlined in this job description; during drills or emergencies, assist as needed.
• Be punctual, appropriately dressed, and prepared for work at designated days and times.
• Model positive and respectful interactions with students and all members of the Daystar community at all times.
• Be an excellent ambassador of Daystar Academy at all times.
• Respect all school procedures and chain of command.
• Adhere to all requirements outlined in the Staff Handbook and comply with school policies.
• Maintain confidentiality about children, their families, and other employees.

As the Long-Term Substitute Teacher at Daystar Academy, responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Provide a safe, nurturing learning environment grounded in Daystar Distinctives and Responsive Classroom practices.
• Deliver instruction using the unit and lesson plans provided by the returning Lead Teacher, aligned with Common Core State Standards (or other applicable standards such as NGSS), the IB PYP Standards and Practices, and Daystar’s curricular expectations.
• Maintain continuity of IB requirements related to instruction, assessment, and reflection during the coverage period.
• Submit lesson plans as required by the Program Director.
• Use data and reflection to inform and improve instructional practices, with a focus on student growth.

• Guide and coach the PYP Lead Partnering Teacher to facilitate small-group instruction, class activities, and task delegation effectively.
• Actively participate in collaborative planning, professional learning communities, and school-wide initiatives during the coverage period.
• Support and promote a culture of teamwork and mutual respect among all staff and stakeholders.
• Coordinate with the Lead Partnering Teacher prior to and…