Science Teacher - Long Term Substitute

Applications will be accepted beginning Tuesday, April 7, 2026 12:00 AM (Pacific Standard Time).

Ashbrook Independent School is seeking an enthusiastic, caring, and creative Science Teacher to teach in the Middle School that serves 6th through 8th grade students for a long‑term substitute position in the 26-27 school year, September‑December.

• Be passionate about working with students of this particular age group.
• Know the appropriate knowledge and skills regarding developmental characteristics and needs of the specific age group with whom they work.
• Create a safe and secure environment in which students grow in both autonomy and the ability to work and play together, including providing specific programs that establish a bias‑free environment inclusive for all, which focuses on eliminating cliques and establishing a climate where bullying is unacceptable.
• Implement provided lessons that actively engage students in making connections, solving problems, and thinking independently.
• Employ a wide range of pedagogical techniques and assessment strategies to ensure all students are successfully challenged.
• Understand children’s patterns of physical, intellectual, social, and emotional growth in order to support each child’s emerging identity, to respect and provide for each student’s voice, and to build a relationship with each student in which that student feels understood, nurtured, and challenged.
• Defend the dignity and worth of each member of the community and create an environment that fosters respect, understanding, and acceptance of differences.
• Help students learn to make responsible choices and understand the consequences of their actions.

• Teach daily 6th‑8th grade science classes including Physical Science and Advanced Life Science.
• Follow lesson plans and curriculum to develop skills, attitudes and knowledge needed to provide a good foundation for further education. Curriculum and lessons are provided.
• Create and maintain a positive and caring classroom environment favorable to learning and personal growth to motivate students to become lifelong learners.
• Supervise and ensure the safety and health of children in the classroom.
• Collaborate with staff within the middle school program as well as with other staff throughout the school.
• Communicate proactively and positively with parents.
• Perform other related duties as required.

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Education or working towards a degree in Education.
• Knowledge of developmentally appropriate teaching strategies and curriculum designed to promote learning for lower and middle‑school students.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Preferred: A minimum of two years of successful teaching experience in a middle school classroom.

Substitute pay rate is $21.00 per hour. Hours are approximately 9:00am‑3:00pm, M‑F depending on the class schedule.

Your application should include a current resume, cover letter, and professional references. The position is open until filled. Official start date:
August 24, 2026 to begin transition. The cover letter should clearly articulate how you meet the qualifications of the position.

Ashbrook Independent School is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law.