Substitute Teacher

St. Mark's episcopal school in houston, texas is seeking a creative, organized, team player to serve as an on-demand substitute. We are looking for a dynamic, forward-thinking, and student-centered educator who is motivated by problem-solving and leading students at varying stages of development and understands the role that technology plays in supporting the educational experience of learners.

primary functions:

• deliver lessons
• provide feedback and instruction to students
• nurture a partnering relationship with students

required skills:

• effective written and oral communication skills
• leadership
• patience
• a collaborative and joyful spirit
• a working knowledge of technology resources in education
• a bachelor's degree in education or a related field

in addition to the above qualities, the following items are preferred and highly valued:

• experience and comfort with ipad use in a classroom setting
• curriculum planning
• advanced degree in education or a related field
• an understanding of and a passion for teaching children
• ability and willingness to lead or assist with athletics and/or after-school clubs
• classroom experience

about st. Mark's episcopal school

the community of st. Mark's episcopal school celebrates the uniqueness of each child. We are stewards of our students' intellectual curiosity, faith, and passion for discovery. We cultivate joy, playfulness, and growth in a child-centered environment. Located in the west university place neighborhood of houston, st. Mark's serves 450 students from two-year-olds through 8th grade. St. Mark's is an engaging community of learners where the school partners with its families in preparing each student for the path that lies ahead through a stimulating, whole-child school experience.

Through offerings in athletics, performing and visual arts, technology, spanish and a robust curriculum, st. Mark's prepares its graduates for the many high school options houston offers, and successfully places its students in high schools which best fit each.

st. Mark's is an episcopal school, and as part of the st. Mark's episcopal church parish, is known as a community environment and second home to over 350 families. The school is committed to its positive relationship with families, believing strongly in the power of a fully engaged dynamic between school and home. As a place where children are known, teachers understand what it means to meet children where they are, which plays a crucial role in fostering each child's spirit.

acknowledgments

in the event you are invited for an interview, the following items are required for further consideration:

• a copy of your college transcript.
• a completed and signed background inquiry release. This is a criminal check that is required of all employees by the episcopal diocese of texas. St. Mark's episcopal school will provide this document to you.
• evidence of citizenship or a legal work permit.

i certify that the information i have listed is correct. I further understand that additional information may be required and that the submission of this application does not guarantee an interview or job offer. I understand that st. Mark's will keep my application on file for one year.

we are an equal employment opportunity employer.

i understand that the school is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment practices, including but not limited to selection, hiring promotion, transfer, and compensation to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to age, race, color, national origin, sex, religion, handicap or disability, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.

i authorize former and present employers, and professional, work, and personal references listed in the application and any other individuals i may name, to give the school or its designee any and all information concerning my previous employment and any pertinent information they may have, personal or otherwise and release such parties from all liability for any damages that may result from furnishing same to the school.

I also authorize the school to provide truthful information concerning my employment with it to future employers and i agree to hold it…