Daily Substitute, Lower School

sidwell; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 14,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free lunch

Parking

Public transportation support

Childcare discounts

Job summary

Sidwell Friends School in Bethesda, MD seeks joyful, dependable Daily Substitutes for Pre-K through Fourth Grade. This on-call role supports teachers when absent and emphasizes student-centered, collaborative engagement grounded in Quaker values.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's degree (preferred) and experience with children in educational settings, with strong communication and adaptability across grades. Includes benefits and on-site expectations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Experience working with children in an educational setting; classroom teaching experience preferred.
• Understanding of, or willingness to embrace, Quaker values and educational practices.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to follow lesson plans while responding thoughtfully to students’ needs.
• Flexibility, adaptability, and comfort working across multiple grade levels.
• Commitment to fostering an inclusive and affirming environment for all students.

Responsibilities

• Implement lesson plans and classroom routines established by the lead teacher.
• Cultivate a warm, respectful, and engaging classroom atmosphere that supports learning and belonging.
• Ensure the safety, well-being, and dignity of every child.
• Support students’ academic, social, and emotional development throughout the school day.
• Use positive and proactive classroom management strategies aligned with the school’s philosophy.
• Communicate effectively with teachers, administrators, and other school personnel.
• Leave notes for the classroom teacher regarding the day’s activities, student experiences, and any concerns that arise.
• Model the values of kindness, integrity, stewardship, and respect in all interactions.

Skills

Student-centered

Communication

Collaboration

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

Position Overview

We seek joyful, dependable, and flexible educators to join our Lower School community as Daily Substitutes. Grounded in Quaker values, our school nurtures the intellectual, social, emotional, and spiritual growth of each child. Daily Substitutes play an important role in sustaining a caring, inclusive, and engaging learning environment when classroom teachers are absent.

This is an on-call position serving students in Pre-Kindergarten through Fourth Grade. Successful candidates will be student-centered, collaborative, and able to build positive relationships with children while supporting the rhythms and expectations of the classroom.

Key Responsibilities

• Implement lesson plans and classroom routines established by the lead teacher
• Cultivate a warm, respectful, and engaging classroom atmosphere that supports learning and belonging
• Ensure the safety, well-being, and dignity of every child
• Support students’ academic, social, and emotional development throughout the school day
• Use positive and proactive classroom management strategies aligned with the school’s philosophy
• Communicate effectively with teachers, administrators, and other school personnel
• Leave notes for the classroom teacher regarding the day’s activities, student experiences, and any concerns that arise
• Model the values of kindness, integrity, stewardship, and respect in all interactions

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Experience working with children in an educational setting; classroom teaching experience preferred
• Understanding of, or willingness to embrace, Quaker values and educational practices
• Strong communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to follow lesson plans while responding thoughtfully to students’ needs
• Flexibility, adaptability, and comfort working across multiple grade levels
• Commitment to fostering an inclusive and affirming environment for all students

Additional Requirements

• Successful completion of all required background checks
• Participation in required orientation and training programs
• Availability to work during regular school hours on an as-needed basis

Salary & Benefits

Sidwell Friends School offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support employees’ health, well-being, and long-term financial security. Benefits include multiple medical, dental, and vision plan options; school-paid life and long-term disability insurance; wellness programs; and flexible spending accounts.

Sidwell contributes 7% of gross salary to a 403(b) retirement plan, with a 3% employee contribution, along with generous paid time off including school breaks, federal holidays, personal days, and paid family leave. Additional benefits include free lunch and parking, public transportation support, access to campus facilities, childcare and summer program discounts, and other community-focused resources.

Rate: $75.00 Half Day; $150.00 Full Day

Diversity Statement

Sidwell Friends School affirms the centrality of diversity and inclusion in all aspects of academic and campus life. Honoring a multiplicity of voices, we celebrate shared joys and address tensions productively. Together, we are guided by Quaker testimonies and seek to answer the question, “How do we nurture a sense of belonging in our community and demonstrate our commitment to a just world?”