Daily and long-term substitutes

SUBSTITUTES FOR THE 2026-27 SCHOOL YEAR

The Inspired Teaching Demonstration School, a Washington DC, Public Charter School, is seeking self-motivated, dynamic, and thoughtful individuals to serve as daily/short-term substitutes, as well as for upcoming long-term substitute positions. The school currently serves Pre School – grade 8.

At the Inspired Teaching Demonstration School, a professional learning community of master teachers and teacher residents ensures that a diverse group of students achieve their potential as accomplished learners, thoughtful citizens, and imaginative and inquisitive problem solvers through a demanding, inquiry-based curriculum. With its clear mission and prominent location in Washington, DC, the school serves as a model of instruction for students and training for teachers, with the goal of becoming a leader in changing the way teachers are prepared and supported and students are educated nationwide.

Inspired Teaching teachers possess the beliefs, skills, and accomplishments that lead all students to achieve at high levels. To establish a true professional learning community, all adults in the building are considered educators, as they all interact regularly with students. As such, a firm belief and grounding in the philosophy and values of the school's mission is crucial for every employee.

Daily/short-term substitutes are responsible for the following:

• Implementing lesson plans left by the teacher.
• Performing any duties assigned to the teacher (i.e. lunch, recess, dismissal).
• Leaving a written note/write-up of the day for the teacher with the appropriate Principal.

Long-term substitutes, serving as a lead classroom teacher, are responsible for the following:

• Planning and engaging in high-quality instruction in line with the school's mission and philosophy, curriculum, and the Common Core standards.
• Utilizing a workshop model to teach reading, writing, and mathematics.
• Drawing on multiple teaching strategies and approaches to engage students and provide differentiation.
• Conducting, reviewing, analyzing, and using a wide-range of student assessments to inform teaching practice and planning, and to ensure student growth.
• Creating a classroom community that reflects the mission and philosophy of the Inspired Teaching School.
• Collaborating with special education, ELL and teaching assistants (when applicable).
• Building strong relationships and open communication with families.
• Contributing to the school community as an active and productive participant, promoting a culture of collaboration and inquiry.
• Participating in regular, school-based professional development.
• Participating in school events outside of school hours, including Student Learning Showcases.
• Integrating developmentally appropriate, culturally competent, research based strategies into teaching and assessment practices.
• Incorporating problem solving strategies and literacy strategies into daily instructional routine.
• Differentiating formative assessments (independent practice, homework, exit tickets, etc.)

The successful applicant will demonstrate knowledge and experience in the field of progressive, constructivist education. Qualifications include:

• Minimum of a Bachelor's degree, preferably in a content area.
  NOTE:
  Long-term substitutes must meet Highly Qualified Teacher requirements.
• Experience teaching with workshop model preferred.
• Experience with restorative justice and/or Responsive Classroom preferred.
  
  Experience in play-based and arts-focused programs preferred.
• Ability to establish strong, trusting, and authentic relationships with a wide variety of individuals, including new and experienced teachers, parents and families, and a diverse local community.
• Clear, concise, and persuasive…