Substitute Teacher

• Benefits:
  No benefits are provided to temporary employees.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Demonstrates a commitment to the Mission and Vision of Thomas Mac Laren School
• Believes that all human beings, and thus all students, can know truth, create beauty and practice goodness
• Manifests the sense of wonder and depth of inquiry that he/she is asked to inspire and direct in the students
• Plans and implements instructional programs and activities that further the school's goals
• Contributes to the growth of Thomas Mac Laren’s community of learners
• Understands and supports the culture of the school

• Strives for continued improvement and professional growth, in the context of the community of learners
• Uses oral and written English skillfully and correctly
• Maintains accurate records of attendance and punctuality
• Delivers Thomas Mac Laren curriculum as charged
• Maintains an appropriate and safe learning environment

• Enforces school policies
• Maintains discipline and good order in the classroom, in cooperation with the Head of Upper School and the Deans
• Encourages students to strive for high achievement
• Acts as an effective monitor of students when on duty (before, during, or after school, including lunch and recess)

Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university

Experience: Demonstrated ability to serve well as Thomas Mac Laren substitute.

Teaching License not required. BA required.

• Love of educating children
• Love of learning
• Ability to impart a love of learning to young people
• Knowledge of and interest in a wide variety of writings and thought beyond one’s own area of expertise
• Ability to communicate well with students
• Ability to maintain an orderly classroom
• Willingness to take direction from lead teachers and Head of Upper School
• Commitment to a diverse population of students and to closing the achievement gap