Long-Term Substitute Grammar School Teacher

Trinity Classical Academy; Santa Clarita (CA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Trinity Classical Academy seeks a Long-Term Substitute 5th Grade Grammar School Teacher who models the faith, values, and rigor they teach. The candidate will integrate classical pedagogy with Christian worldview while delivering engaging instruction in a supportive, faith-centered environment.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in Education (credential a plus) and demonstrates strong English communication, organizational skills, and adaptability to a dynamic classroom setting.

Qualifications

• Candidate must be a Christian with a mature relationship with Jesus Christ.
• Bachelor's degree in Education or related field; credential a plus.
• Comfort with classical pedagogy and integrating Christian worldview.
• Strong command of English, both spoken and written.
• Ability to integrate knowledge across disciplines in a holistic education.

Responsibilities

• Teach 5th grade grammar in a long-term substitute capacity.
• Model the values of Trinity Classical Academy in daily classroom life.
• Collaborate with faculty and staff to support student learning.
• Utilize educational technology to enhance instruction.

Skills

Christian worldview

Educational technology

English proficiency

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Classical pedagogy

Multitasking

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree (Education preferred)

Teaching credential a plus

Tools

Word processing

Online management software

Job description

Use the following link to apply;https://www.trinityclassicalacademy.com/about/careersSUMMARYTrinity Classical Academy seeks a candidate for a Long-Term Substitute 5th Grade Grammar School Teacher position. Qualified candidates will be models in their lives and abilities of what they teach. They will demonstrate a commitment to improving their craft as a teacher.MISSIONThe Mission of Trinity Classical Academy is to offer a challenging education grounded in the Christian faith and the Classical tradition to produce young men and women of virtue, wisdom, purpose, and courage.CULTURAL VALUESTrinity Classical Academy's cultural values include peacemaking, honest humility, patient zeal, habitual excellence, intentional relationships, and kingdom service. These values inform how the organization operates and should be reflected in all aspects of work at the school. The cultural values at Trinity Classical Academy encourage a commitment to learning, excellence, and the well-being of all members of the community. The school is dedicated to providing an elite Christian, classical education that serves all members of the body of Christ and works to grow the classical, Christian education movement.QUALIFYING CHARACTERISTICSThe candidate is a Christian with an authentic and a mature personal relationship with Jesus Christ in both their professional and personal life with a calling and commitment to Christian education. Qualified candidates will support our School’s Mission, while representing our Cultural Values.Education and ExperienceBachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts Degree (Education Major preferred) (For teaching, Credential a plus)Previous experience is preferred.Essential Skills and AbilitiesThe ability to integrate knowledge, skills, and methods across disciplines as part of the holistic educationPreference will be given to those that are well-read and conversant in the Western canon and have a substantial knowledge of the TriviumExcellent oral and written command of the English languageExcellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, faculty, and students of diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgroundsCompetence in educational technology (Word processing, online management software, etc.)Excellent organizational skillsQualificationsFamiliarity with classical pedagogy and Christian worldview integration.A strong commitment to the emphasis and philosophy of Trinity Classical AcademyPositive support of the school's policies and practicesService oriented and able to interface with many peopleTruthful, positive, and purposeful when communicating with othersFlexible and adaptable in dealing with new, different or changing requirementsMultitasking in an environment with many distractions is a mustMust successfully pass a background investigationWorking ConditionsWorking Environment: indoors in a comfortable temperature-controlled classroom environment and is typically fee from dust and hazardous materialsGenerally, works in a group environment: noise level is typically low with the exception of times between class periodsRequires standing for long periods of time: will include frequent walking and standingAble to make visual and auditory evaluation of students work and performancePhysical Demands: Must be able to sit for extended period of time, repetitious hand and body movements, simple grasping, fine and gross motor skills. Stand and walk when administering care. Must be able to bend, squat, kneel, push, pull and lift up to 20 pounds. Must be able to climb one flight of stairsMental Demands: Ability to work well under pressure: ability to maintain a level of professionalism and calm when other are behaving innapropriatelyUse of computer/monitor screen: projector and other classroom equipmentTravel: Travel will be required for local field tripsWork ScheduleSchool Calendar: Monday – Friday, 7:20 a.m. – 3:15 p.m. or as needed beyond these hours. Training days and parent teacher conferences may be longer workdays.