Intermediate School Building-Based Substitute Teacher

Environmental-Charter-School; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 31,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Paid time off

403b retirement plan

Job summary

Environmental Charter School in Pittsburgh is seeking a full-time Building-Based Substitute Teacher for the Intermediate School (grades 3–5). The successful candidate will demonstrate strong teaching abilities, pedagogy, and a commitment to meeting varied student needs in an environmentally focused program.

Ideal applicants possess a Bachelor’s degree, PA teaching certification, and familiarity with 3–5 grade levels.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution is required.
• PA teacher certification is required.
• Experience with intermediate grades (3–5) and environmental education is preferred.

Responsibilities

• The Building Substitute Teacher will be assigned to the Intermediate School (3–5).
• Provide instruction with strong teaching abilities and sound pedagogy.
• Collaborate with grade-level and specialist teams and engage students through environmental studies.

Education

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution

PA teacher certification

Familiarity with intermediate grade levels (3-5)

Job description

Intermediate School Building-Based Substitute Teacher

The Environmental Charter School has an immediate need for a full-time Building-Based Substitute Teacher. Successful candidates must be progressive-minded and embody a can-do spirit and work ethic. For best consideration, candidates should possess relevant teaching experience, a demonstrated track record of success in developing and implementing strategies to meet the needs of students with varied learning needs, and a “whatever it takes” attitude to ensure that all students succeed at a high level.

OUR PHILOSOPHY AND MISSION

As the world changes and becomes increasingly more complex, global citizens will need to be equipped with skills that allow them to be flexible thinkers, creative problem solvers, and effective leaders. ECS offers a program that develops students into critical thinkers, thoughtful innovators, and well-rounded scholars. We provide students with the tools and educational foundation to become tomorrow’s global citizens, and we strive to teach students how their choices impact the world around them. By using environmental content as a lens for instruction, ECS provides students a context in which to explore ideas and observations, to practice inquiry, and to actively problem-solve. Throughout their academic career at ECS, students build core skills across all disciplines, and then actively apply these skills to support the impact of learning.

WORKING AT THE ENVIRONMENTAL CHARTER SCHOOL

The Environmental Charter School’s faculty and staff are passionate, talented, and uncompromising, with a mission to make sure all students succeed at a high level. Every aspect of our organization and program is designed—and continually refined—to ensure that goal. Our work is student-centered, constantly improving, and reflective. ECS’s progressive approach to education challenges faculty to take risks. We strongly value collaboration and recognize the power of systems thinking. Our high achievement scores, long waiting list, and unique location in the city of Pittsburgh serve as a model in environmentally focused education.

OVERVIEW

The Building Substitute Teacher will be assigned to our Intermediate School (3-5). They must have strong teaching abilities, an understanding of pedagogy and instructional practices in their respective field of education, and a strong interest in environmental studies. ECS teachers work in a highly collaborative environment, making deep connections with students. Candidates should be energetic and progressive-minded, with a willingness to work collaboratively with grade-level and specialist teams.

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND AND WORK EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
• PA teacher certification
• Familiarity with intermediate grade levels (3-5)

Compensation and Benefits

• Minimum starting salary of $34,904 with consideration given for prior teaching experience.
• Participation in a comprehensive benefits plan including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability insurance, paid time off, and participation in a generous 403b retirement plan.

Clearances current within one year of the start date will be required. This includes Arrest & Conviction disclosure, Pennsylvania Child Abuse History Clearance (Act 151), Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Record Clearance (Act 34), and FBI Criminal Background Check (Act 114). Commonwealth of PA Sexual Misconduct/Abuse Disclosure Release (Act 168) and Mandated Reporter Training will also be required.

ECS is an equal opportunity employer.