Substitute Teacher

Environmental Charter School; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 27,675; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Participate in a 403b retirement plan after 400 hours worked

Collaborative work environment

Job summary

A progressive educational institution in Pittsburgh is seeking a Substitute Teacher who embodies a can-do spirit and strong teaching abilities. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree and PA teacher certification, along with a passion for environmental studies. Responsibilities include ensuring student success and collaborating with faculty. The position offers $150.00 per day for long-term substitutes and participation in a retirement plan after 400 hours worked. Join a team dedicated to creating critical thinkers and problem solvers.

Qualifications

• Candidates must have familiarity with charter schools and K-10 students.
• Out-of-state certification must be approved by the PA Dept. of Education.
• Ideal candidates are energetic and progressive-minded.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all students succeed at a high level.
• Work collaboratively with grade level and specialist teams.
• Develop and implement strategies for diverse learning needs.

Skills

Strong teaching abilities

Understanding of pedagogy

Interest in environmental studies

Collaborative work ethic

Education

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution

PA teacher certification

Job description

Substitute Teacher

The Environmental Charter School is seeking candidates for substitute teaching positions. Successful candidates must be progressive minded, and embody a can‑do spirit and work ethic. For best consideration, candidates should possess relevant teaching experience, a demonstrated track record of success in developing and implementing strategies to meet the needs of students with a variety of learning needs, and a “whatever it takes” attitude to ensure that all students succeed at a high level.

OUR PHILOSOPHY AND MISSION

As the world changes and becomes increasingly more complex, global citizens will need to be equipped with skills that allow them to be flexible thinkers, creative problem solvers, and effective leaders. ECS offers a program that develops students into critical thinkers, thoughtful innovators, and well‑rounded scholars. We provide students the tools and educational foundation to become tomorrow’s global citizen, and we strive to teach students how their choices impact the world around them. By using environmental content as a lens for instruction, ECS provides students a context in which to explore ideas and observations, to practice inquiry and to actively problem solve. Throughout their academic career at ECS, students build core skills across all disciplines, and then actively apply these skills to support the impact of learning.

WORKING AT THE ENVIRONMENTAL CHARTER SCHOOL

The Environmental Charter School’s faculty and staff are passionate, talented, and uncompromising with a mission to make sure all students succeed at a high level. Every aspect of our organization and program is designed‑and continually refined‑to ensure that goal. Our work is student centered, constantly improving, and reflective. ECS’s progressive approach to education challenges faculty to take risks. We strongly value collaboration and recognize the power of systems thinking. Our high achievement scores, long waiting list, and unique location in the city of Pittsburgh, serve as a model in environmentally focused education.

OVERVIEW

ECS substitute teachers must have strong teaching abilities, an understanding of pedagogy and instructional practices in their respective field of education, and a strong interest in environmental studies. ECS teachers work in a highly collaborative environment making deep connections with students. Candidates should be energetic and progressive minded, with a willingness to work collaboratively with grade level and specialist teams.

Educational Background and Work Experience

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
• PA teacher certification. Out-of-state certification must be approved by the PA Dept. of Education.
• Familiarity with charter schools and K-10 students

Compensation and Benefits

• $150.00 per day for long‑term substitutes (single assignment of 4 consecutive weeks or longer)
• Participation in 403b retirement plan after 400 hours worked.

To Apply

Please submit a cover letter, resume, and copy of teaching certificate to https://ecspgh.org/careers/. Clearances current within one year of hire date will be required and include: Arrest & Conviction Disclosure, Pennsylvania Child Abuse History Clearance (Act 151), Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Record Clearance (Act 34), and FBI Criminal Background Check (Act 114). Commonwealth of PA Sexual Misconduct/Abuse Disclosure Release (Act 168) and Mandatory Reporter Training also will be required.