Kindergarten Lead - Long-term Substitute

Great Hearts Academies; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Great Hearts Academies in San Antonio, TX seeks a Kindergarten Lead Teacher - Long-Term Substitute to guide K students using Great Hearts curriculum. You will create a welcoming classroom that fosters curiosity and a love of learning.

You will collaborate with an Assistant/Apprentice Teacher, maintain standards, communicate with families, and participate in ongoing professional growth to support truth, beauty, and goodness in education.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher required for long-term substitute lead role.
• Experience in elementary education or substitute teaching preferred.
• Ability to collaborate with an Apprentice/Assistant Teacher.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned Kindergarten classes using the Great Hearts curriculum.
• Provide academic support and monitor student progress with leadership collaboration.
• Communicate clearly with families and foster home-school partnerships.
• Uphold school culture and safety policies in a welcoming, orderly classroom.

Skills

Classroom management

Lesson planning

Family communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Spalding Phonics

Singapore Mathematics

Job description

Position Title: Kindergarten Lead Teacher - Long-Term SubstituteLocation: Great Hearts Northern Oaks Lower School (17223 Jones Maltsberger Rd. San Antonio, TX 78247)Reports To: HeadmasterWe are looking for life-long learners passionate about shaping students' hearts and minds. Join Great Hearts Academies, a growing network of 49 public, open-enrollment, tuition-free classical schools in Phoenix (AZ), Baton Rouge (LA), Dallas/Ft. Worth (TX), and San Antonio (TX).Great Hearts currently provides over 30,000 K-12 students with access to a high quality, classical liberal arts education. We believe the highest goal of education is to become good, intellectually and morally.About the Role:Great Hearts teaching substitutes guide students in a variety of subjects including Humanities, Math, Science, Fine Arts, Languages, and Physical Education. Teachers lead students through intelligence, charisma, humor, moral integrity and example—in short, through love and friendship. Ultimately, our teachers strive to cultivate the minds and hearts of students in the wonder-filled pursuit of truth, beauty and goodness.About the K-5 Teacher Role:As a Homeroom Teacher you provide a welcoming and nurturing classroom that guides students to build a deep sense of wonder and a love of learning.Curricular elements include Spalding Phonics, Singapore Mathematics, as well as rich content in History, Science, and Literature.As a Homeroom Teacher you enjoy the support of an Assistant/Apprentice Teacher in your classroom.Roles and Responsibilities:Teach assigned classes using the Great Hearts curriculum and materials, preparing thoughtful lessons and cultivating an orderly, joyful classroom that supports the pursuit of truth, goodness, and beauty.Provide appropriate academic support to students, monitor progress, and partner with school leadership to address academic or behavioral needs in a timely manner.Uphold and model the culture, policies, and expectations of Great Hearts, including dress code, conduct, and safety procedures, contributing to a respectful and orderly school environment.Communicate clearly and professionally with families, initiating conferences as needed and fostering strong home-school partnerships.Participate fully in the life of the academy through faculty collaboration, school events, assigned duties, and a shared commitment to ongoing professional growth and excellence in teaching.Required/Preferred Education:Bachelor's or higher degree is required for a long-term substitute lead teaching roleCertification is not required for general educationAll majors are welcomeUS work authorization is required.Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a criminal history background check and fingerprint clearance in accordance with state requirements.Travel required: May need to travel locally for training and professional development opportunities.This description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions. It does not exclude or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.Great Hearts Academies is an Equal Opportunity Employer.