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St. Anne's-Belfield School · 5 months ago

Upper School Substitute Teacher

Charlottesville, VA

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

St. Anne's-Belfield School is a nurturing independent school in Charlottesville, VA, committed to fostering student growth and development. They are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Upper School Substitute Teacher to provide coverage for Grades 9-12 classrooms, ensuring continuity of learning and a positive classroom environment.

Primary/Secondary Education

Responsibilities

Follow and implement lesson plans prepared by the primary classroom teacher, ensuring continuity of learning for all students

Create a respectful and inclusive classroom environment, maintaining order and promoting positive behavior to support a safe and productive learning space

Provide individual and group instruction and support to meet students' varied learning needs. Address student questions and provide feedback as necessary

Accurately record daily attendance and submit any necessary documentation, including assignments or reports, to the regular teacher and/or administrative staff

Collaborate with teaching assistants, grade-level teams, and administration as needed. Provide notes on the day's events or progress for the returning teacher

Be prepared to support students across a range of subjects and adjust to the needs of different grade levels, from Grades 9-12

Qualification

Classroom managementTeaching certificationEducational backgroundCommunication skillsPatienceEmpathyOrganizational skillsAdaptability

Required

Relevant coursework and/or experience working with children in an educational setting required

Prior experience working with children, preferably in a school environment

Strong classroom management and organizational skills

Ability to follow detailed lesson plans and adapt as necessary

Excellent communication skills with students, staff, and administrators

Patience, empathy, and a positive, proactive approach to student engagement

Ability to stand, walk, and sit for extended periods

Occasionally required to lift or move objects weighing up to 20 pounds

Preferred

Bachelor's degree in Education or a related field preferred

Valid state teaching certification preferred; substitute teaching certification or permit may be acceptable based on state requirements

Familiarity with high school curriculum is a plus

Benefits

Competitive benefits package

Company

St. Anne's-Belfield School

Our mission is to prepare our students for life by inspiring in each individual an excitement for learning and the pursuit of academic excellence: to instill sound ethical standards of behavior; to foster understanding, tolerance, and respect for others and to encourage active responsible citizenship.

Founded in 1910