Building Substitute Teacher (Grade 5-8) (2026-27 School Year)

Prodeo Academy • St. Paul, MN

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Substitute Teachers are committed school team members, closing the opportunity gap for students and providing high-quality instruction when substitute coverage is needed. We expect that 50% of this position will be subbing in classrooms and 50% supporting individual and small groups of students as an educational assistant. A Substitute Teacher is intensely focused on each student’s growth. To do this, the Substitute Teacher provides a loving, structured classroom rooted in high expectations for behavior and learning. The Substitute Teacher will report to the Principal and work with all members of the school team and the Grade Team Leader. This opportunity is ideal for someone energized by challenging work, hungry for feedback, and able to work collaboratively across lines of difference, emphasizing cultural sensitivity and inclusiveness. This role will provide classroom instruction out of multiple classrooms as needed, and assignments may change in grade level and campus location throughout the year based on network needs.

ABOUT PRODEO
Prodeo Academy is a network of public charter schools serving the Twin Cities. It is a meaningful education solution closing the opportunity gap through data-driven instruction in a culture based on a foundation of five core values: Perseverance, Respect, Integrity, Development, and Engagement. Shared expectations around these values enhance the opportunity for our scholars to reach their full potential. We are looking for team members committed to helping our students access greater opportunities, achieve future success, and contribute to the vitality of our community.

Requirements

• Associate Degree (or equivalent of 60+ college credits) or a passing score on the paraprofessional assessment.
• Appropriate MN teaching license in (or ability to obtain).
• Record of exemplary results with students.
• Knowledge and application of assessment tools and data management.
• Commitment to Prodeo Academy’s mission and values.
• Outstanding attention to detail and willingness to get the job done.
• Excellent organizational, planning, and implementation skills.
• Able to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to build positive, trusting relationships and communicate and interact effectively with multiple stakeholders, including scholars and families.
• Ability to differentiate instruction and support diverse learners.
• Data-driven mindset and commitment to continuous improvement.
• Professionalism, reliability, and strong ethical judgment.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working in a K–8 urban public or charter school setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides targeted instruction to students.
• Collect, analyze, and use data to provide differentiated instruction to scholars in small groups and individually.
• Create a warm, welcoming, and safe environment for scholars while maintaining high expectations and rigor.
• Regularly adopt and internalize the curricula and the most effective instructional practices.
• Radiates warmth; is a positive presence when standing in front of students.
• Creates a safe, predictable environment for students; has high expectations for students.
• Values school-wide consistency and implementation of the most effective practices, follows school’s Common Picture routines, procedures, and expectations.
• Ensure safety and supervision of students at all times.
• Sets and achieves ambitious goals with students.
• Manages and shares data regularly.
• Participates in regular grade-level and data meetings by sharing, analyzing, and reflecting on goals for scholars, self, and school.
• Identifies and analyzes strengths and growth areas in classroom/ grade level/ schoolwide data.
• Attend all professional development offered by Prodeo Academy, including a 3-week training in August.
• Participate in Prodeo Academy’s coaching model and feedback cycle.
• Demonstrate receptiveness to feedback; implement feedback.
• Demonstrate growth, progress, and achievement of professional goals.
• Attend, participate, and present during weekly grade-level and data meetings.
• Approaches teamwork with humility and offers help even when it hasn’t been asked for.
• Share resources, plans, and ideas openly with teammates.
• Check and respond to team and family communication within 24-48 business hours.
• Maintain regular, reliable, and predictable attendance, which is an essential function of the role.
• Perform other related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the school and organization.

Benefits

• Comprehensive healthcare options (Medical, Dental, and Vision).
• Retirement planning through Teacher's Retirement Association (TRA)/Public Employee Retirement Association (PERA) and optional 403B plans.
• Generous Paid time off, federal holidays, and academic breaks throughout the school year.
• Leadership Development Opportunities including Grade Team Leadership, Instructional Coach, Data Team Leadership, and Extracurricular Coaching.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree