Building Substitute Teacher

Maritime Academy Charter School•Philadelphia, PA

About The Position

Building Substitute Teachers provide academic and social instruction in accordance with the designated education curriculum. They support student achievement and learning by delivering effective instruction to assigned students and providing the guidance students need to succeed. The role requires adjusting instruction to individual student needs, including those with IEPs, and working collaboratively with staff to coordinate instruction and assessment. Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function of the position. The position serves students in kindergarten through eighth grade across all subject areas. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:15 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Building Substitute Teachers implement lesson plans provided by absent teachers or create plans when none are available, and perform the absent teacher’s extra duties as required by the principal.

Requirements

Current Pennsylvania Teaching Certification preferred.
Classroom teaching experience and ability to deliver engaging lessons.
Commitment to urban education and belief that all students should be held to high academic standards.
Strong work ethic, positive attitude, teamwork, and leadership skills.
High physical and emotional energy.
Strong technology skills.
Excellent time management and multitasking skills, including the ability to handle varied responsibilities.
Excellent communication skills.
Commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Nice To Haves

Current Pennsylvania Teaching Certification.

Responsibilities

Implement and teach lesson plans and instructions as directed by the absent teacher, or create lesson plans when none are provided.
Teach and engage students in large groups, small groups, and one-on-one using a range of instructional strategies.
Maintain a safe, positive, disciplined, and respectful classroom culture.
Supervise students outside the classroom during lunch, recess, and in hallways.
Report student injuries, illness, and serious discipline problems to school administration.
Communicate and uphold school rules, values, and expectations consistently in and out of the classroom.
Consult with Special Education Teachers to modify lessons and create accommodations for students receiving special education.
Attend Special Education/IEP meetings as needed.
Attend professional development activities.
Maintain regular and predictable daily attendance.
Perform extra duties for the absent teacher as required by the principal.
Perform other duties as assigned.