Elementary Substitute Teacher
About The Position
Stratford School is seeking enthusiastic, dependable, and adaptable Elementary Substitute Teachers to maintain classroom continuity when a teacher is absent. Substitute teachers work with students across elementary grade levels and support a variety of subjects by implementing teacher-prepared lessons, engaging students in learning activities, and helping create a productive, structured, and positive school day. The role involves adapting to different classrooms, teaching styles, routines, and student needs while contributing to a supportive school community. The position is located in San Jose, California, and offers flexible substitute teaching opportunities. Stratford School describes this role as an opportunity to gain classroom experience and potentially explore future opportunities to transition into a full-time teaching role. The pay range is $26.00–$28.00.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
- Genuine interest in working with elementary-aged students and supporting their academic, social, and emotional development.
- Strong classroom management skills, including the ability to establish expectations, maintain structure, and engage students productively.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively with students, families, teachers, and school leadership as appropriate.
- Flexibility and creativity in responding to different classroom environments, teaching styles, and student needs.
- Reliability, punctuality, and a strong sense of responsibility for student supervision and classroom continuity.
- Ability to follow lesson plans, provide clear instructions, and keep students engaged in learning.
- Positive, patient, and proactive approach to problem-solving.
Nice To Haves
- Prior classroom teaching or instructional experience in an elementary school setting.
Responsibilities
- Implement teacher-prepared lesson plans, classroom activities, and assignments to keep students engaged and learning.
- Establish clear expectations, maintain classroom routines, and promote a safe, respectful, and inclusive learning environment.
- Encourage participation, answer questions, provide guidance, and adapt instruction to students’ varying learning needs.
- Supervise students during instruction, transitions, recess, lunch, and other assigned activities, following campus procedures.
- Keep students on task, ensure they complete assigned work, and maintain focus on learning objectives during the regular teacher’s absence.
- Share relevant classroom updates, student concerns, and information about the school day with appropriate team members.
- Transition between grade levels, subjects, classroom routines, and instructional needs as campus priorities change.
- Follow school policies, student supervision guidelines, safety procedures, and established student well-being practices.
Benefits
- Opportunity to grow classroom experience and explore future opportunities to transition into a full-time teaching role with Stratford School.
- Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on students’ learning and development.
- Collaborative school environment where educators work together to support student success.
- Exposure to a variety of grade levels, teaching styles, and classroom experiences.
- Flexible substitute teaching opportunities.
