Substitute Teachers

POSITION OVERVIEW

Freedom Preparatory Academy seeks full-time permanent substitutes for our growing network of charter schools. As a permanent substitute teacher at Freedom Prep Academy, you will be expected to introduce and help students develop mastery of concepts as measured through assessments administered consistently throughout the year. These skills and concepts will be presented in a variety of ways that convey a thorough understanding and execution of the content.

Teachers will work closely with other teachers to ensure cross‑curricula and thematic alignment.

Freedom Preparatory Academy welcomes staff members who are relentless in their aim to see student growth and who want to hone their skills as effective teachers in the classroom. We are also seeking applicants who have a demonstrated commitment to the educational mission, vision, and goals of Freedom Prep Academy. We want our permanent substitutes to provide as closely as possible the same successful instructional and learning environment that would exist if the regularly appointed teacher were in attendance.

The permanent substitute teacher is responsible for carrying out the lesson plans of the regularly appointed teacher for whom the teacher is substituting.

• Embodies and models the network’s core values of respect, responsibility, integrity, community, and excellence for our students, families, and colleagues.
• Upholds the school culture of high academic and behavioral expectations through continuous reflection, flexibility, and growth.
• Fosters students’ positive view of self and supports children’s learning through social, emotional, physical, and intellectual development.
• Communicates effectively and maintains strong relationships with students, families, and colleagues.
• Creates and maintains positive classroom culture and community.
• Uses detailed data analysis of student performance to inform best practices.
• Reinforces school‑wide rules and expectations in the classroom, including lesson planning, curriculum development, assignment creation, and other curricular materials.
• Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, administrative, and district regulations.
• Works an extended school day to allow for collaboration, professional development, and ample communication with parents and other staff members.
• Works closely with the Head of School, Assistant Head of School, and Dean of Students to develop and implement strategies for all students to reach success.
• Completes other tasks as assigned by the Head of School, Assistant Head of School, or other School Based Administrative employees.

Education:

Bachelor’s Degree preferred.

Experience:

• Two to four years of urban teaching and educational leadership experience is preferred.
• Ability to work with a variety of learning abilities, including those with low skill levels in a heterogeneously grouped classroom setting.
• Strong computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

At Freedom Prep, we prioritize transparency in everything we do. We believe that open communication fosters trust and collaboration. As part of this commitment, we make our salary scales available online for you to view, ensuring clarity and fairness in our compensation practices.

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• Paying higher, scaffolded teacher salaries from Year 1 to retirement stage.
• Salary: $35,000 – $35,000 a year.
• Zero‑dollar monthly premium options, including holistic options such as chiropractic or acupuncture care (TN ONLY).
• Focus on staff well‑being and collective care through our Adult Social‑Emotional Learning.
• Support in obtaining licensure.

Freedom Preparatory Academy is actively seeking to build an experienced team of educators. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, handicap, age, religion, sexual orientation, or national or ethnic origin. We are an equal opportunity employer.