Acting Long-Term Substitute Teacher; Temporary

Responsibilities

North Spring Behavioral Healthcare is now hiring an Acting Long-Term Substitute Teacher (temporary) to join our Education Department!

Empower Students. Inspire Growth. Make a Lasting Impact.

Are you an adaptable and passionate educator looking for a rewarding, long‑term teaching opportunity? North Spring Academy is seeking a dedicated Acting Long-Term Substitute Teacher to provide structured, engaging, and supportive instructions to students in grades 4‑12. This role is perfect for educators who thrive in a dynamic environment, are flexible in teaching multiple subjects, and want to make a meaningful difference in the lives of students with unique learning needs.

• Flexible Scheduling
  – Be available on short notice and work at least six shifts per month.
• Professional Development
  – Receive ongoing training and support tailored to teaching and learning.
• Supportive Team
  – Work alongside passionate educators, paraprofessionals, and mental health professionals.
• Beautiful Campus
  – Located in scenic Leesburg, Virginia, on a 45‑acre campus with a gymnasium, outdoor spaces, and a high ropes course.

• Engage & Educate - Develop and deliver engaging lesson plans aligned with Virginia Standards of Learning (SOLs) and facility‑specific pacing guides.
• Flexible Teaching - Teach grades 4–8 (all subjects) or high school courses such as Economics, Personal Finance, English, Science, Mathematics, History & Social Science, Physical Education, Art, or Health Education.
• Structured Classroom Management - Implement trauma‑informed behavioral systems and classroom management plans to create a safe and supportive learning environment.
• Personalized Instruction - Differentiate lessons based on students Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and provide appropriate accommodations.
• Data‑Driven Teaching - Assess student progress through formative and summative assessments and adjust instruction accordingly.
• Collaboration & Leadership - Work closely with paraprofessionals, school staff, and mental health teams to support student success.
• Student Supervision & Support - Oversee students in the classroom, during transitions, lunch, arrival, and dismissal.
• Professional Development - Attend weekly training sessions and participate in ongoing learning opportunities to enhance teaching strategies.

Location: Beautiful Leesburg, Virginia, 40 miles Northwest of Washington DC. Named one of the best places to live by Money magazine. 45‑acre campus in a rural area on the northern edge of Leesburg with a gymnasium, beautiful outdoor campus and high ropes course. Excellent public school system.

All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

• Bachelor’s degree from accredited university or college preferred.
• Holds a high school diploma or general education diploma (GED) certificate, and two years of full-time postsecondary education or two years of work experience with children required.
• Holds or eligible for a Virginia teaching license (provisional, collegiate, or postgraduate professionals) preferred.
• Experience teaching special education: general curriculum, grades 4–8, and/or high school content as a teacher, long‑term substitute teacher, or a substitute teacher in a private or public school setting preferred.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills to work with other departmental staff (residential, case management, therapy, etc.).
• Flexibility to take on various subject areas, grade levels, and temporary long‑term substitute teacher assignments on a relatively short notice.
• Demonstrated skills in oral and written communications; excellent human relations skills.
• Current driver’s licensure with a good driving record