Substitute Teacher-Upper School

The Shipley School

Rosemont (PA)

On-site

USD 18,450 - 27,675

Full time

14 days+
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Job summary

The Shipley School seeks a Substitute Teacher for the Upper School. The role involves executing lesson plans and ensuring a productive classroom environment. Candidates should have a bachelor's degree, experience with students, and the ability to maintain classroom discipline. The position supports educational excellence in a co-educational, college preparatory setting.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree required.
  • Experience working with students essential.
  • Satisfactory background clearances mandatory.

Responsibilities

  • Carry out lesson plans as directed by the regular teacher.
  • Maintain classroom order and a conducive learning environment.
  • Report to division head at the beginning and end of the school day.

Skills

Classroom management
Instructional skills
Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Substitute Teacher-Upper School


The substitute teacher is responsible for carrying out the lesson plans of the teacher for whom he/she is substituting.

Major Responsibilities:

  • Following the lesson plan left by the teacher for whom he/she is substituting in accordance with Shipley's philosophy, goals, and objectives.
  • Meeting and instructing assigned classes in the locations and at the times designated.
  • Establishing and maintaining order in the classroom.
  • Maintaining a classroom environment conducive to effective learning.
  • Taking all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, materials, equipment, and facilities.
  • Assisting in upholding and enforcing school rules, administrative regulations, and school policies.
  • Cooperating with school personnel.
  • Establishing and maintaining cooperative relations with other employees.
  • Reporting to the division head or his/her designee at the beginning and end of the school day.
  • Other responsibilities as directed by the division head.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree.
  • Experience working with students
  • Satisfactory results of mandatory background clearances and training

Shipley and Its Commitment to Equity

The Shipley School, founded in 1894, is a co-educational, college preparatory, independent day school currently enrolling approximately 800 students in grades Pre-K through 12. Located in the western suburbs of Philadelphia, the school is committed to educational excellence and dedicated to developing in each student a love of learning and compassionate participation in the world.

The Shipley School is committed to equal employment opportunities for all individuals. The school will make all employment decisions for employees and applicants without unlawful discrimination as to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, disability, pregnancy, age, marital status, military or veteran status, gender identity and expression, creed, genetic predisposition, victim of domestic violence or any other basis protected by law.

Interested candidates should complete the online application. Cover letter and resume should be uploaded in the resume section of the application. Applications received without a cover letter and resume will receive less consideration. No phone calls, please.


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