All School Substitute

American Preparatory Academy; Eagle Mountain, Cedar Fort (UT, UT); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

American Preparatory Academy in Utah is seeking a reliable Substitute Teacher to provide instructional support when a teacher is absent. The role often serves as Class Instructor or Teacher’s Aide, delivering small-group instruction and supervising students throughout the day.

Direct Instruction training will be provided and travel between campuses may be required. The schedule varies based on need, and the position offers limited benefits.

Qualifications

• Energetic and committed to student success.
• Dependable with ability to work at least 4 days per month while school is in session.
• Flexible to respond to planned and same-day substitute needs.
• Organized and able to prepare quickly for changing classroom assignments.
• Able to work independently and follow lesson plans, instructions, and established procedures.
• Willing to work in a teamwork environment and support teachers, instructors, and campus staff.
• Willing to learn and consistently apply Direct Instruction programs, classroom procedures, and school expectations.

Responsibilities

• Provide reading, math, and spelling instruction using Direct Instruction programs.
• Review lesson plans and prepare instructional materials as needed.
• Follow lesson plans, teacher instructions, and established classroom procedures.
• Maintain classroom management and student behavior expectations.
• Supervise students during lunch, recess, transitions, and other assigned activities.
• Maintain a safe, structured, and engaging learning environment.
• Maintain required student data and records.
• Communicate student concerns or classroom issues to the appropriate staff member.
• Collaborate with teachers, instructors, and campus staff to support student learning.
• Attend required training and meetings.
• Support substitute coverage needs across campuses as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Energetic

Dependable

Flexible

Organized

Teamwork

Direct Instruction

Student support

Adaptable

Communication

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Eagle Mountain - Cedar Fort, UT 84013

School Year: 2026 - 2027 School Year

Location: Eagle Mountain

Job Summary

The Substitute Teacher provides instructional and classroom support when a teacher or instructor is absent. Substitute Teachers may be called in advance or, when unexpected absences occur, on the same day coverage is needed. Substitute Teachers typically serve as a Class Instructor or Teacher’s Aide rather than taking over the responsibilities of a homeroom teacher. The role includes providing small-group instruction, supporting classroom routines, and supervising students throughout the school day. Direct Instruction training is required and will be given.

Duties & Responsibilities

The position includes but is not limited to the following list of representative duties:

• Provide reading, math, and spelling instruction using Direct Instruction programs.
• Review lesson plans and prepare instructional materials as needed.
• Follow lesson plans, teacher instructions, and established classroom procedures.
• Maintain classroom management and student behavior expectations.
• Supervise students during lunch, recess, transitions, and other assigned activities.
• Maintain a safe, structured, and engaging learning environment.
• Maintain required student data and records.
• Communicate student concerns or classroom issues to the appropriate staff member.
• Collaborate with teachers, instructors, and campus staff to support student learning.
• Assist with DIBELS benchmark assessments for grades K–6 during designated assessment periods in September, January, and May, when not assigned to classroom coverage.
• Attend required training and meetings.
• Support substitute coverage needs across campuses as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Schedule

Varies based on need and campus

Benefits

This position receives no benefits

QualificationsKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Energetic, enthusiastic, and committed to student success.
• Dependable and willing to work at least 4 days per month while school is in session.
• Flexible and able to respond to both planned and same-day substitute needs.
• Organized and able to prepare quickly for changing classroom assignments.
• Able to work independently and follow lesson plans, instructions, and established procedures.
• Able to work well in a teamwork environment and support teachers, instructors, and campus staff.
• Willing to ask questions, seek clarification, and accept constructive feedback.
• Positive, professional, and calm when working in a changing or unexpected environment.
• Willing to take initiative and step in where support is needed.
• Willing to learn and consistently apply Direct Instruction programs, classroom procedures, and school expectations.
• Committed to maintaining a safe, structured, and engaging learning environment.
• Willing to travel between campuses as needed.