Substitute Teacher

Thomas MacLaren School; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 17,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

Thomas MacLaren School in Colorado Springs seeks a substitute teacher to deliver the standard Thomas MacLaren curriculum and support learning across grades. The role emphasizes creating an engaging classroom, maintaining records, and collaborating with lead teachers and the Head of Upper School.

Teaching License is not required, but a BA is required. The ideal candidate loves learning, communicates well with students, and is committed to serving a diverse student body while helping close the

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• BA required; teaching license not required.
• Demonstrated ability to serve well as Thomas MacLaren substitute.

Responsibilities

• Impart knowledge and learning skills to students in assigned class.
• Plan and implement instructional programs and activities.
• Maintain an orderly, safe learning environment.
• Deliver curriculum as charged and support school goals.
• Enforce policies and collaborate with lead teachers.

Skills

Educating children

Love of learning

Communicate with students

Classroom management

Follow directions

Diversity & equity

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

• Benefits: No benefits are provided to temporary employees.

General Purpose:

To impart knowledge and learning skills to the children in his/her assigned class or to support administratively in a manner that meets professional standards while participating in the community of learners that is Thomas MacLaren School.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

School Philosophy and Goals

• Demonstrates a commitment to the Mission and Vision of Thomas MacLaren School
• Believes that all human beings, and thus all students, can know truth, create beauty and practice goodness
• Manifests the sense of wonder and depth of inquiry that he/she is asked to inspire and direct in the students
• Plans and implements instructional programs and activities that further the school's goals
• Contributes to the growth of Thomas MacLaren’s community of learners
• Understands and supports the culture of the school

Professional Responsibility

• Strives for continued improvement and professional growth, in the context of the community of learners
• Uses oral and written English skillfully and correctlyli>
• Maintains accurate records of attendance and punctuality
• Delivers Thomas MacLaren curriculum as charged
• Maintains an appropriate and safe learning environment

Substitute/Student Relationships

• Enforces school policies
• Maintains discipline and good order in the classroom, in cooperation with the Head of Upper School and the Deans
• Encourages students to strive for high achievement
• Acts as an effective monitor of students when on duty (before, during, or after school, including lunch and recess)

This description is not intended, and should not be construed, to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities of this job. It is intended only to be an accurate reflection of the principal job elements.

Education:

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university

Experience:

Demonstrated ability to serve well as Thomas MacLaren substitute.

Teaching License not required. BA required.

Other knowledge, skills, and abilities:

• Love of educating children
• Love of learning
• Ability to impart a love of learning to young people
• Knowledge of and interest in a wide variety of writings and thought beyond one’s own area of expertise
• Ability to communicate well with students
• Ability to maintain an orderly classroom
• Willingness to take direction from lead teachers and Head of Upper School
• Commitment to a diverse population of students and to closing the achievement gap