Substitute Teacher

Company Description

Maumee Valley Country Day School is an accredited, coeducational PreK–12 independent day and boarding school located in Maumee, Ohio, just 8 miles from downtown Toledo. Founded in 1842, the school has a long history of educational innovation and now serves students from Ohio, Michigan, across the United States, and around the world. The 70-acre campus of forests and trails supports experiential learning, including a forest school for the youngest learners.

Maumee Valley offers a rigorous college‑preparatory program with a “personal, experimental, global” curriculum that blends academic excellence with creativity. The school emphasizes personalized learning and empowers students to explore their passions and develop as global changemakers.

Maumee Valley Country Day School is currently looking for substitute teachers at the Lower, Middle, and Upper School levels.
Interested individuals must have a current Ohio Teaching License or Ohio Substitute License. BCI and FBI background checks will be done at the school as part of the employment process. This role is responsible for implementing lesson plans provided by regular classroom teachers, maintaining a safe and inclusive learning environment, and supporting students’ academic progress across various grade levels and subject areas.

Daily responsibilities include delivering instruction, supervising classroom activities, managing student behavior, and adapting teaching approaches to meet diverse learning needs. The Substitute Teacher will collaborate with faculty and staff as needed, follow school policies and procedures, and ensure continuity of learning when regular teachers are absent. This role may include short‑term or day‑to‑day assignments depending on school needs.

• Candidates should possess strong Teaching and Education skills, with the ability to instruct students across multiple grade levels.
• Candidates should possess effective Communication skills to interact clearly and respectfully with students, colleagues, and families.
• Candidates should possess Lesson Planning and Training skills to implement existing plans and adjust activities to support student learning.
• Experience working in school or youth‑focused settings, with a demonstrated commitment to student safety and well‑being.
• Ability to manage classrooms, support diverse learners, and follow established school procedures.
• Flexibility to teach different subjects and grade levels as needed and to adapt to changing schedules.
• High school diploma required; college coursework in education or a related field and/or teaching licensure are preferred.
• Demonstrated reliability, professionalism, and respect for diversity and inclusion in an educational environment.

We are dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities to all personnel and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, ability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, military status, veteran status, ancestry, or citizenship, per applicable laws. In addition, we comply with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, benefits, and training.

We value a diverse workforce.