Substitute Teacher

• Position Type:
  Permanent Substitute Teacher
• Date Posted: 3/13/2026
• Location:
  
  The Independence School
• Date Available:
  
  9-1-2026

Independence was founded in 1978 by parents seeking a challenging education that would be strong in the academic areas, arts, foreign languages, and athletics. Today, the school occupies a 90-acre campus in the Pike Creek Valley (near Hockessin, Newark, and Wilmington, Cecil County, MD, and southeastern Chester County, PA), and features state of the art facilities and outdoor classrooms.

The Independence School, an independent day school welcoming children age 3 through 8th grade, provides an exceptionally strong academic foundation and so much more. At Independence, students learn to think for themselves and learn independence. Our school mission, beliefs, and core values guide us to ensure we offer students an unparalleled educational experience, opportunities for leadership and a welcoming community for the entire family.

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Direct Supervisor: Head of Early Childhood, Head of Lower and Intermediate School, and Head of Middle School

FLSA: Exempt

Type: Full-Time Faculty Employee

The Permanent Substitute Teacher is a responsible and student-centered educator who helps to maintain consistent education throughout the school when other teachers are unable to perform their teaching duties. Works closely with the Head of Early Childhood, Head of Lower and Middle School and the Academic Administrative Coordinator to support a positive school experience for all students (age three through eighth grade).

• High energy and enthusiasm with the ability to learn quickly, make an immediate impact, and implement new initiatives
• Flexibility and openness to work on a variety of assignments
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, displaying the ability to connect and build relationships with employees, students, and parents
• Confidence in professional aptitude with the ability to effectively convey skills and knowledge
• Positive team player with a strong desire to be an active, long-term participant in the growth of the school
• Supports and aligns with the school’s philosophy, mission, values, and policies
• Commitment to fostering and supporting a safe and healthy atmosphere and an inclusive community

• Performs teaching duties throughout the school that would range from age three through eighth grade and would include all subjects and areas such as PE, music, art, world language, math, language arts, etc.
• Works closely with the Head of Early Childhood, Head of Lower and Intermediate School, and Head of Middle School, and the Academic Administrative Coordinator for daily classroom placement and tasks
• Leads students to live our mission fully and inspire a strong community that ensures a sense of respect, responsibility, and integrity in all students
• Actively participates in school life and demonstrates an interest and passion for professional development
• Proactively seeks to support the school and teachers on days not assigned to a classroom
• Performs other duties as assigned

• Bachelor's degree and possess an understanding of child development
• A life-long learner who enhances their skills using technology to maintain high standards of performance
• Excellent time management skills and ability to switch between tasks and prioritize work
• Attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Strong organizational and planning skills
• Aptitude to learn new systems, software, and platforms, including student information systems
• Comfortable with Google Workspace, Google Classroom, and a Windows/Chrome OS environment
• High level of confidentiality and discretion

The Permanent Substitute Teacher is a 10-month position and follows the academic calendar.

The Independence School prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.