Day to Day Substitute Teacher

Detroit Academy of Arts and Sciences; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 33,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Detroit Academy of Arts and Sciences in Detroit is seeking a Day to Day Substitute Teacher to support learning in the absence of the regular classroom teacher. You will follow lesson plans and maintain classroom routines.

This part-time, on-call position requires strong communication, empathy, and the ability to manage a K-8 classroom while upholding school policies. Prior substitute or classroom experience is strongly preferred.

Qualifications

• 60+ credit hours from an accredited college or university.
• Michigan Substitute Permit.
• Background check clearance.

Responsibilities

• Guides learning toward lesson plan goals and objectives.
• Maintains an organized, orderly classroom.
• Takes attendance and assists with various duties as needed.
• Follows emergency procedures and school policies.

Skills

Communication skills

Classroom management

Empathy under stress

Office/Google Suite

K-8 experience

Education

60+ Credit Hours

Michigan Substitute Permit

Background Check clearance

Job description

Location: Detroit Academy of Arts and Sciences

Compensation: $200 / day

Department: Contract

Location: Detroit Academy of Arts and Sciences

Compensation: $200 / day

Description

Position Title:

Day to Day Substitute Teacher

Qualifications:

• 60+ Credit Hours from an accredited college or university
• Michigan Substitute Permit
• Satisfactory Completion of Background Check
• Previous substitute teaching or classroom experience strongly preferred

Position Description:

In the absence of the regular classroom teacher, the substitute teacher will support learning for scholars in the classroom they are assigned. Substitute teachers will follow lesson plans provided by the teacher of record or school administrator.

Terms of Employment:

This is a part-time, on-call position. Professional Development will be provided through SubSchool.

Compensation:

$200/full day.

Key Responsibilities

• Guides the learning process toward goals and objectives as indicated in the lesson plans.
• Maintains a well-organized and orderly classroom.
• Takes attendance in accordance with school procedures.
• Performs all duties of the absent teacher, such as lunchroom duty, hall monitoring, and dismissal duty.
• Follows emergency evacuations routes for the classroom assigned.
• Follows procedures for supporting scholars.
• Follows school procedures and regulations.
• Performs other related duties as directed by the building leader.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Previous substitute teaching or classroom experience strongly preferred
• Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written)
• Ability to understand and follow policy and procedures.
• Ability to show empathy and maintain emotional control under stress.
• Posses a growth mindset; open to receiving feedback and continuous improvement.
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office/Google Suite.
• Comfortable working with scholars at all grade levels K-8.