K-5 Substitute Teacher — Inspire, Lead & Learn

Great Hearts Academies; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Great Hearts Academies is seeking a Teacher Substitute for grades K-5 to join our community-based network in San Antonio, TX. This hourly position supports Great Hearts’ mission by following lesson plans, maintaining an orderly classroom, and engaging students through Socratic dialogue and high expectations.

The role requires a commitment to professional growth, participation in campus activities, and alignment with the school’s classical liberal arts philosophy. Background checks are mandatory.

Qualifications

• Associate's or bachelor's degree preferred but not required.
• Some locations may require AA, 60 hours of college credit, or be able to pass a ParaPro proficiency exam before beginning work.
• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a criminal history background check and fingerprint clearance.
• Great Hearts Academies is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Responsibilities

• Create a classroom environment that will feel safe for all students to learn and reach their fullest potential.
• Follow lesson plans.
• Maintain orderly classroom.
• Provide timely and meaningful evaluation/correction of student work.
• Engage students utilizing the Socratic method.
• Lead students through intelligence, charisma, humor, moral integrity, and example.
• Is an active member of the community of learners, and continues to pursue professional growth.
• Pursues excellence in teaching and continues to develop knowledge of Western Civilization.

Skills

Socratic method

classroom management

student engagement

Education

Associate's degree

Bachelor's degree

AA, 60 hours college credit

ParaPro proficiency exam

Job description

Great Hearts Academies is seeking a Teacher Substitute for grades K-5 to join our community-based network in San Antonio, TX. This hourly position supports Great Hearts’ mission by following lesson plans, maintaining an orderly classroom, and engaging students through Socratic dialogue and high expectations.

The role requires a commitment to professional growth, participation in campus activities, and alignment with the school’s classical liberal arts philosophy. Background checks are mandatory.