Substitute Teacher

Specialized Education Services; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

FullBloom is seeking an engaging classroom teacher to support students with diverse needs in Philadelphia. You will deliver instruction, assess progress, and collaborate with families and school teams to drive outcomes.

A bachelor’s degree and teaching certification are preferred. You will implement data-driven plans, manage behavior support, and participate in daily duties, conferences, and training to help every student shine.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and teaching certification preferred.
• Commitment to learning and implementing feedback.
• Ability to adapt and remain flexible in a dynamic educational environment.

Responsibilities

• Teach students from diverse backgrounds and provide individualized attention.
• Use assessment data to modify short- and long-term learning plans.
• Develop and maintain skill-appropriate lesson plans.
• Collaborate with team to promote critical thinking and rigor.
• Implement behavior support and intervention strategies.
• Track student growth and maintain required forms and files.
• Participate in daily school functions, conferences, and trainings.

Skills

Commitment to learning

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree

Teaching certification (preferred)

Job description

Overview

Realize the joy of possibility by providing academic, social, and emotional services for students who need additional support to shine in school. Utilize SESI's proven instructional models, strategies, and curriculum. Conduct frequent and appropriate assessments, use data to develop and implement instructional plans, and collaborate with school teams and families to drive outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Work with a diverse group of students from varying developmental, cultural, ethnic, racial, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Teach knowledge and skills, nurture confidence and character, and provide individualized attention to meet the needs of all students.
• Use assessment data to modify short- and long-term plans to promote students' academic performance.
• Develop and maintain skill-appropriate lesson plans.
• Collaborate with team members to foster an environment of critical thinking and academic rigor.
• Apply the school's behavior support and intervention strategies.
• Implement de-escalation techniques, crisis management, and physical restraint if necessary to maintain the safety of students and team members.
• Drive, record, and track student growth and progress toward goals; develop and maintain required forms and files.
• Participate in the school's daily functions (e.g., morning, lunch, afternoon supervisory duties), as well as conferences, meetings, and training.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution of higher learning; valid teaching certification preferred.
• Commitment to learning and implementing feedback.
• Ability to adapt and remain flexible in a dynamic educational environment.

Posted Salary Range

Starting from USD $50,000.00/Yr.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to run short distances and move swiftly in response to student needs, including bending, kneeling, and crouching.
• Ability to lift and assist students with mobility challenges, often requiring the handling of up to 50 pounds or more.
• Skill in managing fine motor tasks, such as helping students with writing, manipulating small objects, or using adaptive devices.
• Ability to operate a computer or tablet for up to 8 hours daily.
• Capacity to notice and respond to non-verbal cues from students.
• Capacity to remain calm and composed during physically and emotional demanding situations, ensuring student safety and well-being.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.