Grade 2 Teacher - Long Term Sub

Swarthmore-Rutledge School; Swarthmore (Delaware County); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary

Tuition reimbursement

Medical benefits

Paid sick leave

Job summary

Swarthmore-Rutledge School in Swarthmore, PA seeks a Grade 2 teacher for a long-term substitute position starting Oct 20, 2026. Under the supervision of the Principal, the successful candidate will plan, prepare, and deliver instruction to students as a whole group while differentiating for the needs of the individual.

The district emphasizes inclusive education and supports for students with IEPs and ELLs, with a focus on respect and dignity.

Qualifications

• Ability to relate and communicate effectively with students, parents, and colleagues.
• Valid Pennsylvania Instructional I or IIPK-4 or K-6 certification.
• Bachelor's degree.
• Prior experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and deliver instruction to students as a whole group while differentiating for individual needs.
• Observe and evaluate student performance and monitor academic growth to improve practice.
• Collaborate with content-based, cross-discipline, and student-based teams.

Skills

Communication with students

Team collaboration

Education

PA instructional certification

Job description

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Grade 2 Teacher - Long Term Sub

Wallingford-Swarthmore Swarthmore-Rutledge School - Swarthmore, Pennsylvania Open in Google Maps

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Job Details

Job ID: 5945922
Application Deadline: Oct 14, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
Posted: Sep 30, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Oct 20, 2026

Job Description

This is an anticipated long term sub position. The position will begin on October 20, 2026

Wallingford-Swarthmore School District believes in all students. We understand that all students can succeed and that it is our responsibility to provide appropriate supports to all students to be their best selves. In this role, we are seeking individuals who share the belief that all students can succeed and that all students deserve to be treated with respect and dignity.

Under the supervision of the Principal, the successful candidateworks to plan, prepare, and deliver instruction to students as a whole group while differentiating for the needs of the individual. A teacher who is kind, compassionate, energetic, and enthusiastic will find Wallingford-Swarthmore to be a great professional haven.

Responsibilities:

• Facilitate active learning while usingrelevant pedagogical practices and instructional technology to support and differentiate instruction.
• Provide opportunities to stretch and grow students while providing appropriate challenge and support, particularly for students with GIEPs, IEPs, and/or English Language Learners (ELLs).
• Observe and evaluate student performance outcomes; monitor the progress of students’ academic growth and development for the purposes of improving professional practice.
• Contribute to content-based, cross-discipline, and/or student-based teams as a collaborative team member
• Assign and grade classwork, homework, tests, assignments, and projects; provide appropriate and timely feedback.

Qualifications:

• Ability to relate and communicate effectively with students, parents, and colleagues
• Valid Pennsylvania Instructional I or IIPK-4 or K-6 certification
• Bachelor's degree
• Prior experience preferred

Benefits:

• Highly Competitive Salary
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Medical, Prescription, Vision, and Dental benefits
• Paid Sick Leave

District retains the right to screen, interview, and hire prior to the deadline on the posting.

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Employment in the Wallingford-Swarthmore School District is non-discriminatory. That is, there is no discrimination in recruitment, employment, or promotion on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, physical handicap, creed, ancestry, sexual orientation, genetic information, or age.

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required