Long-Term Substitute Teacher, Lower School

The Episcopal Academy; Newtown Square (Delaware County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Episcopal Academy seeks a warm, flexible long-term substitute teacher to support our Lower School through December 18, 2026. In this floating role, you will work with teachers and students across classrooms and grade levels, providing coverage and instructional support as needed.

You will collaborate with classroom teachers to foster an inclusive, nurturing learning environment, focusing on literacy and math instruction, social-emotional development, and student engagement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree, preferably in education or a related field.
• Experience teaching or working with children.
• Familiarity with literacy and mathematics instruction.
• Student-centered approach and understanding of young children's development.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and classroom management skills.
• Flexibility and initiative to move between classrooms and adapt to different routines and age groups.
• Commitment to professional growth and fostering an inclusive school community.

Responsibilities

• Provide classroom support across Lower School grade levels as assigned.
• Work with individual students and small groups to reinforce lessons and support learning.
• Assist teachers with classroom activities, preparation of materials, and daily routines.
• Help maintain classroom expectations and support students' social and emotional development.
• Supervise students during transitions, lunch, recess, and other activities as assigned.
• Provide classroom coverage and follow prepared lesson plans as needed.
• Communicate with teachers and colleagues about student needs and classroom observations.

Skills

Experience with children

Classroom management

Communication skills

Collaboration

Flexibility

Student-centered approach

Inclusion

Education

Bachelor's degree (education preferred)

Job description

Long-Term Substitute Teacher, Lower School

Who You Are

The Episcopal Academy seeks a warm, joyful, and flexible educator to serve as a long-term substitute teacher in our Lower School until December 18, 2026. In this floating role, you will support teachers and students across classrooms and grade levels, responding to the needs of the school each day.

Lower School teachers are collaborative members of a teaching community committed to growth and continual improvement. You will work closely with classroom teachers to support student learning and help maintain a nurturing, engaging, and inclusive environment.

What You Will Do

• Provide classroom support across Lower School grade levels as assigned.
• Work with individual students and small groups to reinforce lessons and support learning.
• Assist teachers with classroom activities, preparation of materials, and daily routines.
• Help maintain classroom expectations and support students' social and emotional development.
• Supervise students during transitions, lunch, recess, and other activities as assigned.
• Provide classroom coverage and follow prepared lesson plans as needed.
• Communicate with teachers and colleagues about student needs and classroom observations.

About You

The ideal candidate for the Long-Term Substitute Teacher position at The Episcopal Academy will possess the following:

• A bachelor's degree, preferably in education or a related field.
• Experience teaching or working with children.
• Familiarity with literacy and mathematics instruction.
• A student-centered approach and an understanding of young children's academic, social, and emotional development.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and classroom management skills.
• Flexibility and initiative, with the ability to move between classrooms and adapt to different routines and age groups.
• A commitment to professional growth and to fostering an inclusive school community.

About Us

At Episcopal Academy, we believe that challenging and nurturing our students begins with supporting our people. When you join our community, you are not simply accepting a job; you are stepping into a place that champions your growth, values your well-being, and celebrates your individuality. If you're seeking a meaningful career where you can learn, collaborate, and inspire students, we would love to meet you!

Grow

We invest in your professional development and encourage lifelong learning, supported by personalized programming through our Center for Teaching and Learning and an innovative curriculum.

Belong

Experience a supportive, inclusive workplace grounded in our core values, The Stripes.

Impact

Your work, whether teaching in the classroom or in supporting roles, directly contributes to shaping students' lives and experiences.

Inspire

Come to work each day on our beautiful state-of-the-art campus, surrounded by colleagues committed to excellence and driven by purpose.

Position start date: Immediately

Application deadline: Until Filled

The Episcopal Academy does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability and familial affiliation or any other characteristic protected by law. We seek candidates who hope to help foster a school environment where all people are valued and where all perspectives are respected and appreciated.