Middle School Science & Social Studies Long-Term Substitute

Academy of St. Matthias - Lanham Maryland; Lanham (MD); On-site; USD 40,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

The Academy of St. Matthias the Apostle in Lanham, MD is hiring a Middle School Science and Social Studies Long-Term Substitute Teacher for the 2026-27 school year. The role reports to the Principal with a salary of $40,000 to $43,000 and is on-site for the full-time position.

This PK3–8 Catholic school serves a diverse community and celebrates its 65th anniversary. The substitute will contribute to student learning across subjects, maintain a positive classroom environment, and adhere to school

Qualifications

• Understanding of appropriate teaching methods for students in the corresponding grade level.
• Willingness and ability to work with students of the specified age group who come from diverse backgrounds and have varying abilities, in order to help them achieve their educational objectives.
• Capability to organize tasks and manage time effectively in order to meet numerous and diverse deadlines; ability to handle both small and large groups of students in a classroom setting; and skill in effectively communicating with students, even on sensitive topics.
• Familiarity with assistive technologies, internet and email systems, as well as word processing, presentation, and spreadsheet software.
• Knowledge of technology and their use in instruction to enhance student learning.
• Proficiency in using various office and video equipment

Responsibilities

• Contributes to the acquisition of knowledge, development, and progress of students.
• Displays knowledge in multiple subject areas and shows a desire to become proficient in all areas of the curriculum.
• Maintains a positive attitude towards student learning, teaching methods, and personal/professional growth as a group.
• Shows a strong belief in their own abilities and takes responsibility for their students' outcomes while advocating for them.
• Efficiently operates within existing educational systems and has faith in their students' potential to succeed.
• Facilitates problem-solving activities.
• Serves as a role model for students.
• Invests in the well-being, health, and safety of learners.
• Demonstrates the ability to quickly learn and communicate various subjects, while following school procedures and protocols.

Skills

Subject knowledge

Time management

Technology in instruction

Communication with students

Job description

The Academy of St. Matthias the Apostle in Lanham, MD is hiring a Middle School Science and Social Studies Long-Term Substitute Teacher for the 2026-27 school year. The role reports to the Principal with a salary of $40,000 to $43,000 and is on-site for the full-time position.

This PK3–8 Catholic school serves a diverse community and celebrates its 65th anniversary. The substitute will contribute to student learning across subjects, maintain a positive classroom environment, and adhere to school