Dynamic Substitute Teacher - Outdoor Learning

Choice Schools Associates; Oxford (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Kingsbury Country Day School in Oxford, Michigan, part of Choice Schools Associates, seeks a substitute teacher to seamlessly integrate into classrooms, delivering lesson plans and maintaining continuity when the regular teacher is absent.

The role emphasizes classroom management, following plans, engaging students, upholding the Student Code of Conduct, and supporting ongoing learning in a safe, respectful environment.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 60 college credits with a GPA of 2.0 or higher.
• Able to use technology as an instructional tool in the classroom, as a means of analyzing academic achievement data, and as a tool to aid effective communications.
• Exemplary work habits verified by reference check.
• Bachelor’s degree or Valid Michigan Teacher’s Certificate.
• Knowledge and skills working with staff, students and parents from all backgrounds.
• Strong interpersonal skills and excellent verbal and written expression.

Responsibilities

• Maintains a classroom environment conducive to effective learning.
• Upholds established routines and procedures of the school and assigned classroom.
• Provides a classroom atmosphere based on firm, fair, and consistent practices, fostering respect for individual children and responsible citizenship development.
• Follows lesson plans left by the absent teacher, ensuring seamless instruction.
• Instructs assigned classes at designated times and locations.
• Plans appropriate learning activities when lesson plans are incomplete, aligning with grade level and subject.
• Oversees student behavior during class, between classes, and lunch periods.
• Implements the regular teacher's discipline plan.
• Motivates students to achieve their highest potential through assignments, activities, and relationships.
• Utilizes resources effectively to support learning within the classroom, Academy, and community.
• Demonstrates professionalism and ethical behavior.
• Strives for continuous improvement in teaching methods, techniques, and interpersonal relationships.
• Displays personal qualities that reflect positively on oneself, the Academy, and the collective group.
• Assumes any duties assigned by the school leader.
• Promotes responsible citizenship through role modeling.
• Understands, communicates, and enforces the Student Code of Conduct.
• Uses technology effectively for instruction, record‑keeping, and communication.
• Ensures safety and orderliness of the learning environment and appropriate use of facilities and equipment.
• Supports the overall effectiveness of the Academy by assisting during peak periods or when there's an overload of duties.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Excellent verbal & written expression

Education

Bachelor’s degree or Valid Michigan Teacher’s Certificate

Tools

Technology as instructional tool

Job description

Kingsbury Country Day School in Oxford, Michigan, part of Choice Schools Associates, seeks a substitute teacher to seamlessly integrate into classrooms, delivering lesson plans and maintaining continuity when the regular teacher is absent.

The role emphasizes classroom management, following plans, engaging students, upholding the Student Code of Conduct, and supporting ongoing learning in a safe, respectful environment.