Long-Term Substitute Teacher - Elementary - Grade 4

Downingtown Area School District

Pennsylvania

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USD 55,000 - 75,000

Full time

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Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Induction program

Professional development days

Job summary

Downingtown Area School District seeks a Long-Term Substitute Teacher for Elementary Grade 4 at Lionville Elementary. The role runs for the second semester of the 2026-2027 school year, with a January 20, 2026 start date through June 7, 2027.

Candidates must hold PA PK-4 certification and be prepared to work in a collaborative, diverse educational environment. The district emphasizes growth, teamwork, and a commitment to safety and inclusion.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
Valid PA certification for Grades PK-4.
Proficiency with current technology for demonstrations or communication.
Ability to flex and vary hours to meet student needs.
Strong interpersonal skills with staff, parents, and students.
Excellent classroom management and communication skills.

Responsibilities

Plan and prepare content for a safe, supportive classroom.
Deliver instruction and engage students effectively.
Communicate with families and colleagues about student progress.
Collaborate with the team to support student learning.

Skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Technology proficiency

Stress management

Education

Bachelor's degree

PA PK-4 certification

Job description

Long-Term Substitute Teacher - Elementary - Grade 4 JobID: 5640

Position Type: Teacher - Elementary/ Elementary Teacher (1 - 5)
Date Posted: 10/8/2026
Date Available: 01/20/2027
Closing Date: 10/22/2026

Position: Long-Term Substitute Teacher- Elementary - Grade 4
Location: Lionville Elementary
Benefits Eligible: Yes
Effective Date: January 20, 2026 until June 7, 2027

Are you passionate about helping ALL students learn in a collaborative environment? If so, we may have the career for you! Downingtown Area School District is excited to announce an opening forall certified elementary teachers for the second semester of the 2026-2027school year. This assignment is a one semester, long-term substitute teacher position at Lionville Elementary.

At DASD, we are committed to sharing values of diversity and inclusion in order to achieve and sustain excellence in education. As a diverse district, we continually seek ways to strengthen our educational environment. We believe that we can best promote excellence by recruiting and retaining a diverse group of staff who bring various backgrounds and perspectives. Our ability to create and maintain a climate of respect is critical to attaining the best teaching and learning environment.

At Downingtown Area School District we value our employees. We seek to hire new staff who:

Communicate openly to build relationships and trust
Partner with team members to see the TEAM succeed
Demonstrate a growth mindset and seek ongoing opportunities for growth
Embrace and support a safe and inclusive environment
Eagerly and enthusiastically support student learning
Strive to be kind and reflective
Focus on the solution and put people first
Lead by example!

Job Summary

To present clear, high quality, flexible, and appropriate content knowledge to students through planning and preparation, in a safe and supportive classroom environment, by providing ongoing communication and engaging instructional delivery.

Qualifications

Candidate must be a graduate of an accredited college or university and hold a proper Pennsylvania certification for the position
- Bachelor's degree
- Valid PA certification specific to content area: Grades PK-4
Demonstrates knowledge in the area of assignment
Possesses a positive attitude toward the teaching profession, service to the district, and importance and purpose of the education program
Proficiency in use of current technology for individual or group demonstration or communication
Must be able to flex and vary hours to accommodate needs of students, parents, and other teachers
Possesses effective interpersonal skills with the ability to interface diplomatically with teachers, administrators, parents, students, and outside organizations
Exhibits excellent classroom management skills
Demonstrates effective communication skills to provide accurate information to others and to obtain, give, and follow directions
Demonstrates ability to provide good judgment, planning, and human relations skills, as well as be required to work under periods of stress due to the level of the position responsibility
To follow the standard of member conduct as stated in the PA Code of Professional Practice and Conduct for Educators
Must successfully complete and maintain compliance with all federal and state background and criminal record check requirements
Candidate must adhere to all local, state, federal, and school code requirements for employment

Duties & Responsibilities

(Abbreviated - Please review the attached Job Description for more details on this specific opportunity)

Planning and Preparation
Knowledge of Content
Instructional Delivery
Communication

Salary 2026-2027 School Year

Placement upon salary scale is dependent upon education and years of teaching service.

Schedule

7.5 hours per day based upon district-approved calendar
Up to 191 days per year, plus up to 3 days of orientation for professional employees during first year of employment - prorated for LTS roles

Summary of Benefits

Select Health Benefits a la carte - Only pay for what you need

Medical Coverage through IBX - Personal Choice C4-F4-02
- No Primary Care Physician necessary
- No referrals required
- IBC has extensive local and national networks
Prescription Coverage through CVS/Caremark
Allows use of in-network and out-of-network providers
Vision Coverage - Vision Benefits of America (VBA)

Eligibility - No Waiting Period

All employees may enroll in the district's health benefit plans effective with their date of hire into the benefit eligible position.

Eligible Dependents

A legally married spouse as defined by PA law and children up to age 26 may enroll in the District's health benefit plans.

New Hires or Newly Eligible

You have 31 days from the date that you are benefit eligible to make your elections. If you do not make elections during this time, you will only be enrolled into any benefit that is provided by the District at no cost to you.

Flexible Spending Accounts

Benefit eligible employees have the opportunity to elect to participate in a Flexible Spending Account. DASD offers both a Healthcare Spending Account and Dependent Care Spending Account. This benefit allows you to set aside pre-tax dollars to pay for out of pocket eligible healthcare and dependent care expenses.

Support for the Whole You

Up to 6 free visits per calendar year with a registered dietitian.
Employee Assistance Program
- Health Advocate is a free, confidential program that offers EAP+ Work/Life benefits to help you address difficulties in your life by providing short term assistance with personal, family, and work issues. In addition, it simplifies the navigation of the health care system by helping you find the right doctors, resolving billing and insurance claim issues, explaining benefit coverages, helping your parents or in-laws with the complexities of Medicare, and much more!
The telemedicine benefit through SwiftMD is offered to ALL DASD employees at no cost to you. The telemedicine benefit allows for consultations with US board-certified doctors over the phone or online, from your home, office, or on the road. These physicians can diagnose, recommend treatment, and submit prescriptions to your pharmacy of choice.

Retirement - Member of State Pension System (PSERS)

As a PSERS member, you'll join with over a half million fellow public school employees who are also members. You'll contribute to your own personal PSERS retirement account and have a safe and secure benefit payment(s) from one of the largest public retirement plans in the nation.

Student Loan Forgiveness

All DASD employees are eligible to apply for loan forgiveness through the federal government's Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. Find out more here: https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service

Life Benefit

Pays 1 x your basic annual salary up to maximum of $50,000

Income Protection Benefit

Pays 60% of your basic monthly pay, up to $2,800 per month

Tuition Reimbursement

75% of tuition if grade if B or better is attained; limit 12 credits per year.

Induction Program

All new teachers, including Long Term Substitutes (LTS), will participate in the DASD Induction Program. The district offers a one- or two-year program depending on the number of years of prior professional experience within PA public schools.

Assigned mentor for additional support
Collaboration meetings with curriculum leader, grade level leader, or supervisor(s)
New hire faculty meetings with principal(s)

Professional Development

8 staff professional development days per year, prorated for LTS roles

Paid Time Off