Substitute Teacher-Middle​/Upper School

Position Description

The substitute teacher is responsible for operating a class in the absence of the regular teacher.

• Maintains discipline and classroom control that fosters a safe and positive environment for all students and staff in accordance with school policies
• Implements lesson plans, while ensuring the integrity of academic time, and in a manner that motivates students to learn and participate
• Organizes students for effective instruction
• Completes a Substitute Teacher Report Form for the regular classroom teacher
• Collects and places students’ papers for the regular teacher’s review
• Complies with and supports school regulations and policies
• Performs other related duties as assigned by the division head

• Bachelor’s degree or postgraduate work in subject matter and/or counseling
• A minimum of one year of teaching and administration experience in a school environment
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Demonstrated leadership and facilitative skills

• Works in a highly stressful environment, dealing with a wide variety of challenges, deadlines, and a varied and diverse array of contacts
• May work at a desk and computer for extended periods of time
• Work primarily in a traditional climate controlled office environment
• Work intermittently in outside weather conditions, including extreme heat and cold