Substitute Teacher - SS

Shady Side Academy; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 18,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Shady Side Academy’s Senior School in Fox Chapel seeks substitute teachers to cover class periods across one or more campuses. Candidates may indicate preferred campus locations during the interview process.

Responsibilities include leading the class in the absence of the regular teacher, performing assigned duties, and using Frontline to receive notifications, with a focus on respectful, clear communication and a caring approach to all students and staff.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree is required.
• Depth of knowledge and understanding of working with children.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Flexible and patient approach to diverse classrooms and daily changes.

Responsibilities

• Lead the class in the teacher’s absence.
• Fulfill other duties as assigned, such as carpool or lunch duty.
• Use Frontline absence management system to receive notifications for open positions.
• Clear and timely communication with SSA personnel.
• Treat all children and adults at SSA with respect and kindness.
• Communicate with teachers or administrators any relevant information they need to know about the school day.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Flexibility

Patience

Child engagement

Classroom management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Shady Side Academy’s Senior School (9th-12th Grade in Fox Chapel), is seeking substitute teachers. A candidate may choose to substitute teach at one Shady Side campus or multiple campuses. Please indicate which campus(s) you would like to substitute teach during your interview. If a candidate is a parent of a current Shady Side student, they will not be permitted to substitute teach in their child’s class.Responsibilities will include:Leading the class in the teacher’s absenceMay be required to fulfill other duties as assigned, such as carpool or lunch dutyUsing the Frontline absence management system to receive notifications for open positionsClear and timely communication with SSA personnelBeing an integral part of a caring community of learnersTreating all children and adults at SSA with respect and kindnessCommunicating with teachers or administrators any relevant information they need to know about the school dayA successful candidate will have:A depth of knowledge and understanding of working with childrenStrong interpersonal and communication skillsApproaching all circumstances with flexibility and patienceA bachelor’s degree is required and PA clearances will be needed