Interim Learning Associate, 2025-2026

St. Louis Public Schools•Saint Louis, MO

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About The Position

SLPS is seeking talented educators with a broad knowledge base in curriculum and pedagogy, on an as-needed basis. In this position, Teachers are expected to plan, organize, and deliver programs of instruction that support the premise/core belief that all children can learn and implement activities that promote the learning goals and academic expectations. Our diverse student population deserves and appreciates teachers committed and passionate about their work.

Requirements

Possess knowledge of district policies and mandates related to parent involvement, discipline, and student achievement
Possess a willingness to interact on a personal level with parents
Demonstrate organizational skills related to all Essential Functions listed above
Demonstrate knowledge and ability to create an effective Parent Resource Center
Demonstrate patience and compassion with students, staff, and parents in a variety of settings
Develop trusting relationships with parents, teachers, and students
Work effectively on a team and with parents
Work collaboratively with peers and others
Possess knowledge of various cultures' values, behaviors, beliefs, and traditions
Possess strong and effective written and oral communication and presentation skills with all constituencies
Passionate about improving public, and urban education and driven to make a difference
Demonstrates initiative andâ¯problem-solvingâ¯capabilities
Possess a willingness to collaborate with community agencies
Valid Missouri Substitute Teaching Certificateâ¯(required)
Working with culturally, diverse parents and families in an urban educational setting
Serving effectively in a collaborative team setting
Must have 325 hours as a teacher of record while serving as a substitute or in a like role in an SLPS classroom (internal) OR
Served successfully for one year as a teacher of record as a substitute or in a like role (external)
Must have supervisor's recommendation (references will be verified for internal candidates only)

Responsibilities

Develop lesson plans and appropriate instructional aides stressing laboratory learning methods
Demonstrates instructional concepts using representations such as models, boards, projectors, and other standard or teacher-prepared instructional aides
Design learning activities that will connect student learning to their physical world and other content areas
Design learning activities that will allow students opportunities to communicate orally and written with others
Creates and maintains an inviting, stimulating instructional area with attractiveâ¯student-centeredâ¯bulletin board displays, learning centers, and projects consistent with the physical limitations of the teaching area
Supports the program of study, using a variety of instructional techniques, instructional media, and technology
Analyzes and uses appropriate data to guide instruction and develop assessments
Prepare for classes assigned and show written evidence of preparation upon request of the principal
Demonstrate an overall knowledge of one's discipline(s) that allows him/her to teach to the student's ability levels and learning styles
Maintain accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policies, and administrative regulations
Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interest of the students
Encourage students to set and maintain standards of classroom behavior
Communicate expectations, criteria for assessment, student progress, and student strengths/weaknesses to parents and students
Assesses students' special needs and collaborates with school services and community agencies to meet those needs
Maintain confidentiality of information concerning students, colleagues, and parents
Modifies own professional development plan to improve instructional performance and promote student learning
Demonstrate high standards of professionalism and ethics
Assist in upholding and enforcing school rules, administrative regulations, and Board policies
Performsâ¯otherâ¯tasks as assigned