Elementary Long-Term Substitute Teacher (Christian School)

Scottsdale Christian; Phoenix, Northern (AZ, KY); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Part time

Job summary

Scottsdale Christian Academy in metropolitan Phoenix, Arizona, seeks a long-term substitute teacher for Elementary to cover a regular teacher’s absence from February through April 2027. The role requires biblical integration, engaging instruction, and classroom management.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s in Elementary Education (Master’s preferred), state teaching certification and ACSI certification if available, plus prior substitute teaching experience and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education or related field from an accredited college required; Master’s Degree preferred.
• State teaching certification and ACSI certification preferred.
• Training in Elementary Education and best practices in teaching is preferred.
• Prior teaching experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Display a deep knowledge of English Language Arts, Reading, Math, Science, and History and the application to our lives.
• Display the ability to connect Biblical truth to elementary school students.
• Manage the classroom effectively to encourage student participation, minimize distractions and maintain a positive learning environment.
• Supervise students in and out of the classroom.
• Follow lesson plans provided by the regular teacher to create a cohesive and consistent learning experience for students.
• Design lessons when needed that teach the curriculum in an engaging manner, applying various teaching methods.
• Provide in-class and at-home assignments based on the available lesson plan(s).
• Maintain records by documenting grades, attendance, and behavior.
• Adapt teaching methods to fit the needs of each individual student.
• Maintain the time schedule given for the teacher’s teaching and duty responsibilities.
• Complete all responsibilities in the teacher’s absence, including grading, parent communication, events, conferences, emails, duties and prep work.
• Become familiar with and adhere to school emergency protocols, such as fire drills and lockdowns.

Skills

Lesson design

Student relationships

Classroom leadership

Communication skills

Organizational skills

MS Office

FACTS knowledge

Continuous improvement

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education

Master’s Degree preferred

State teaching certification

ACSI certification preferred

Tools

MS Office

FACTS

Job description

Scottsdale Christian Academy in metropolitan Phoenix, Arizona, seeks a long-term substitute teacher for Elementary to cover a regular teacher’s absence from February through April 2027. The role requires biblical integration, engaging instruction, and classroom management.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s in Elementary Education (Master’s preferred), state teaching certification and ACSI certification if available, plus prior substitute teaching experience and strong communication skills.