Substitute Teachers, grades 9-12

Servingschools; Saco (ME); On-site; USD 23,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Thornton Academy is seeking substitute teachers to support learning in the absence of regular instructors. You will deliver instruction, manage student behavior, and uphold school policies during assignments.

The role requires strong communication with staff and quick, calm judgment in emergencies. Two-step pay scales apply ($125/day; $135/day with active Maine teaching certification). No benefits accompany substitute teaching.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of college completed (bachelor's degree preferred).
• Prior teaching and/or substitute experience preferred.
• Proof of active criminal history records check (CHRC) certificate

Responsibilities

• Give instruction and manage student behavior in the absence of a regular teacher.
• Establish respectful relationships with students quickly.
• Maintain a professional attitude with students, faculty, and parents.
• Communicate well with other personnel and faculty, sharing concerns with administration promptly.
• Seek help from deans, counselors, and/or administrators as needed.
• Complete required online trainings (e.g., mandatory reporting).
• Respond calmly and with good judgment in school emergencies.
• Become familiar with the Substitute Handbook.

Skills

Communication skills

Classroom management

Professional conduct

Staff collaboration

Education

Two years of college completed

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Summary

Substitute teachers work in the absence of regular teachers and educational technicians, helping students to accomplish daily tasks and meet educational objectives.

Job expectations

• Have the capacity to give instruction and manage student behavior confidently and effectively, follow written and/or oral instructions accurately and dependably, in the absence of a regular teacher
• Establish respectful relationships with students in a brief time period
• Maintain a professional attitude in all manner of conduct with students, faculty, and parents
• Communicate well with other personnel and faculty, sharing any issues of concern to administration in a timely fashion
• Seek help appropriately from deans, counselors, and/or administrators
• Complete any required online trainings (e.g., mandatory reporting) promptly as directed
• Respond calmly and with good judgment in the rare event of a school emergency
• Become familiar with all information contained in the Substitute Handbook

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of college completed (bachelor's degree preferred)
• Prior teaching and/or substitute experience preferred
• Proof of active criminal history records check (CHRC) certificate

Hours

• Check in to receive the day's assignment from the Substitute Coordinator by 8:15AM
• Stay through the final bell at 2:45PM

Two-step Scale

• $125/day (or)
• $135/day for individuals who provide documentation of active Maine teaching certification
• Retired teachers whose certifications have expired may contact the payroll/benefits manager (x4433) to discuss possible exemption from 'active certification' qualification
• No benefits are associated with substitute teaching

The Thornton Academy Board of Trustees has adopted a non-discrimination policy. Thornton Academy considers all applicants without regard to race, age, color, ancestry or national origin, religion, gender, gender identification, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, marital, veteran, or any other legally protected status.