Elementary Long-Term Maternity Substitute Teacher

Applitrack; Griffith (IN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Griffith Public Schools seeks a qualified Long-Term Maternity Substitute Teacher for Beiriger Elementary School in Griffith, IN. The role provides instruction and maintains a positive learning environment during a maternity leave.

The position requires an Indiana teaching license (preferred) and experience with elementary students. Applicants must meet background checks and communicate progress with families and administrators.

Qualifications

• Valid Indiana teaching license is preferred; provisional or professional license will be considered.
• Experience working with elementary-aged students preferred.
• Strong classroom management, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with administrators, teachers, staff, students, and families.
• Must complete all required background checks and employment documentation.
• Provide daily instruction aligned with district curriculum and Indiana Academic Standards.
• Establish and maintain a safe, respectful, and productive classroom environment.
• Prepare lessons, assess student learning, maintain records, and communicate progress.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction aligned with district curriculum during the maternity absence.
• Follow IEPs, 504 plans, and other required accommodations.
• Communicate regularly with the principal, grade-level team, and families.
• Attend staff meetings, professional development, and school events as requested.
• Adhere to Griffith Public Schools policies, procedures, and safety protocols.
• Perform other duties consistent with the assignment as directed by the principal.

Skills

Lesson planning

Classroom management

Communication

Collaboration

Organization

Education

Indiana teaching license

Job description

Elementary Long-Term Maternity Substitute Teacher JobID: 1096

• Position Type: Elementary School Teaching
• Date Posted: 9/23/2026
• Location: Beiriger Elementary School
• Date Available: February 2027

Elementary Long-Term Maternity Substitute Teacher

Griffith Public Schools is seeking a caring, qualified, and dependable Long-Term Maternity Substitute Teacher to provide instruction and maintain a positive learning environment during a teacher's maternity leave.

Qualifications

• Valid Indiana teaching license is preferred; candidates with a provisional or professional license will be considered.
• Experience working with elementary-aged students preferred.
• Strong classroom management, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with building administrators, teachers, support staff, students, and families.
• Must complete all required background checks and employment documentation.
• Provide daily instruction aligned with district curriculum, classroom plans, and Indiana Academic Standards.
• Establish and maintain a safe, respectful, and productive classroom environment.
• Prepare lessons, assess student learning, maintain student records, and communicate student progress as appropriate.
• Follow student IEPs, 504 plans, behavior plans, and other required accommodations.
• Communicate regularly with the building principal, grade-level team, and families.
• Attend staff meetings, professional development, conferences, and school events as requested during the assignment.
• Follow all Griffith Public Schools policies, procedures, and safety protocols.
• Perform other duties consistent with the assignment as directed by the building principal.

This is a temporary, full-time position for the duration of the teacher's maternity leave. Start and end dates will be determined based on district need.

Griffith Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on any characteristic protected by applicable federal or state law.