Middle and Upper School Substitute Teacher Pool

Barrie School; Silver Spring (MD); On-site; USD 25,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Barrie School in Silver Spring, MD seeks a Middle & Upper School Substitute Teacher to support academic staff on an on-call basis. You will cover classes across disciplines, implement lessons, and maintain routines in assigned rooms.

The role emphasizes a positive, inclusive learning environment, empathy, and strong communication with students and colleagues. A passion for working with middle and upper school students and a solid undergraduate degree are required.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree required.
• Background in education or related experience.

Responsibilities

• Cover classes as determined by Barrie MUS for multiple disciplines.
• Implement instruction aligned with lesson plans and curriculum.
• Maintain routines and classroom procedures.
• Share class progress with Barrie teachers daily.
• Communicate effectively with students, faculty, and administrators.
• Take attendance and report updates to administrators.
• Cover advisories and school-day duties as needed.
• Maintain student confidentiality and follow procedures.
• Support a positive, safe, inclusive learning environment.
• Demonstrate empathy, respect, and equity.
• Uphold standards of professionalism.

Skills

Effective communicator

Team player

Empathy

Diversity & Inclusion

Accountability

Professionalism

Education

Undergraduate degree

Job description

What You Will Do – Responsibilities Of The Position

Reporting to the Head of Middle & Upper School, a Middle & Upper School Substitute Teacher would be responsible for supporting Barrie MUS academic staff on an on-call basis.

Responsibilities Include But Are Not Limited To The Following

• Covering classes as determined by the school for the following disciplines: Humanities, Math, Science, World Languages, PE/Wellness/Outdoor Education, and Interdisciplinary Electives
• Implementing instruction that aligns with lesson plans and curriculum shared by Barrie teachers
• Maintaining established routines and procedures of assigned classrooms
• Sharing class progress and concerns with Barrie teachers daily
• Communicating effectively with students, faculty, and administrators as needed
• Taking attendance and sharing updates with appropriate administrators
• Covering advisories and school-day community duties for teachers as needed
• Maintaining student confidentiality and following procedures and laws
• Supporting a positive, safe, and inclusive learning environment
• Demonstrating empathy, respect, and an understanding of equity
• Upholding standards of professionalism

Qualifications Of a Successful Candidate

We seek candidates who possess

• An undergraduate degree
• A background in education or related experience

In addition, those who thrive at Barrie commit to

• Living our mission and values of the institution
• Demonstrating a passion for working with Middle & Upper School students
• Taking accountability for all areas of responsibility
• Being a positive team player in a highly collaborative environment
• Taking an active role in diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging efforts
• Being enthusiastic, joyful, and curious about teaching and learning
• Being an effective communicator
• Remaining open to feedback and continual growth.