Special Education Substitute Teacher – On-Call & Part-Time

Sheppard Pratt; Lanham (MD); On-site; USD 11,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Sheppard Pratt School in Lanham is a nonpublic special education day school providing educational, therapeutic, and daily living services to students ages 5 to 21. Our tailored programs support individuals with autism spectrum disorder, intellectual disabilities, and other health impairments, ensuring each student receives the necessary guidance to thrive.

As a Substitute Teacher you instruct students according to prepared lesson plans, manage behavior, maintain an orderly classroom, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required and at least 1 month teaching experience.
• Prior experience in special education or with students with emotional/behavioral issues preferred.
• Able to maintain attendance and support lunch/bus duties as needed.

Responsibilities

• Instruct students according to lesson plans prepared by the regular teacher.
• Manage behavioral expectations and maintain an orderly classroom environment.
• Communicate with students to address developmental needs of the age group.
• Demonstrate knowledge of age-specific needs in instruction.
• Keep attendance records and may grade students' work.
• May assume lunch, bus duty or participate in field trips.

Skills

Classroom management

Behavioral management

Communication with students

Lesson instruction

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Sheppard Pratt School in Lanham is a nonpublic special education day school providing educational, therapeutic, and daily living services to students ages 5 to 21. Our tailored programs support individuals with autism spectrum disorder, intellectual disabilities, and other health impairments, ensuring each student receives the necessary guidance to thrive.

As a Substitute Teacher you instruct students according to prepared lesson plans, manage behavior, maintain an orderly classroom, and