High School Long-Term Substitute Teacher - Classroom Impact

Instituto Health Sciences Career Academy; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 64,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403b retirement saving plan

Chicago Teachers Pension Fund

Job summary

Instituto Health Sciences Career Academy seeks a Long-Term Substitute Teacher to cover grades 9–12, implementing lesson plans, maintaining grade books, and communicating daily outcomes to the principal. The role requires creating a safe, organized classroom and reporting observations at the end of each day.

The position requires a valid substitute license (PEL) and at least two years of high school teaching or substitute teaching experience; bilingual English/Spanish skills are a plus.

Qualifications

• Valid Substitute Teaching License certificate or Professional Educator’s License (PEL).
• At least two years of experience teaching or substitute teaching in a high school environment preferred.
• Ability to successfully manage a classroom.
• Ability to maintain a high sense of confidentiality.
• Ability to work with a wide variety of people.
• Excellent organization and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver instruction by following existing lesson plans and providing clear directions to students.
• Evaluate academic and social growth of students and keep appropriate records.
• Support student understanding by working individually or in small groups and offering additional help as needed.
• Apply effective teaching strategies and classroom management techniques to maintain student engagement.
• Utilize and create instructional resources and materials to support learning outcomes.
• Encourage student growth in self-discipline, positive self-concept, academic achievement, and create a positive educational climate where students can learn and thrive.
• Establish and uphold clear, consistent classroom expectations aligned with school-wide norms.
• Report any student misconduct or behavioral concerns to the appropriate staff, including the absent teacher and the Dean of Discipline.
• Demonstrate professionalism and uphold high standards for student safety, well-being, and equity.
• Promote fairness and respect in teacher-student relationships and foster a supportive classroom climate.
• Take daily attendance, maintain accurate seating charts, grade books, and student records.
• Collect and organize all assignments and materials completed by students during the absence.
• Follow all school policies, procedures, and student code of conduct guidelines.
• Communicate and develop professional relationships with school staff, students, parents, administration.
• Participate in school-related activities such as field trips, after-school programs, or meetings, as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Classroom management

Bilingual English/Spanish

Organization

Time management

Education

Substitute teaching license

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Instituto Health Sciences Career Academy seeks a Long-Term Substitute Teacher to cover grades 9–12, implementing lesson plans, maintaining grade books, and communicating daily outcomes to the principal. The role requires creating a safe, organized classroom and reporting observations at the end of each day.

The position requires a valid substitute license (PEL) and at least two years of high school teaching or substitute teaching experience; bilingual English/Spanish skills are a plus.