Long Term Substitute Kindergarten Teacher

Choice Schools Associates•Grand Rapids, MI

About The Position

The Long Term Substitute Kindergarten Teacher integrates into the classroom to maintain continuity of education while the regular teacher is absent. The teacher follows provided lesson plans, engages students in learning, and supports academic progress while upholding classroom routines and discipline. The position promotes a safe, respectful learning environment and responsible citizenship in support of the classical academy’s mission and vision. The role includes classroom instruction and management, student supervision and behavior support, academic engagement, effective use of classroom resources and technology, and professional collaboration. The teacher may also perform duties assigned by the school leader and assist the Academy during peak periods or when workloads are high. New Branches Charter Academy is part of the Choice Schools Community. Choice Schools provides school-operations support in areas including instruction, professional development, curriculum, human resources, finance, compliance, communications, and enrollment. Its Environmental Model connects New Branches with other environmental schools, offering district-level support and collaboration within a community-school setting.

Requirements

At least 60 college credits with a GPA of 2.0 or higher.
Ability to use technology as an instructional tool, to analyze academic achievement data, and to support effective communication.
Exemplary work habits verified through a reference check.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree or a valid Michigan Teacher’s Certificate.
Knowledge and skills working with staff, students, and parents from all backgrounds.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Excellent verbal and written expression using proper grammar and vocabulary.

Responsibilities

Maintain a classroom environment conducive to effective learning.
Uphold established school and classroom routines and procedures.
Create a firm, fair, and consistent classroom atmosphere that fosters respect and responsible citizenship.
Follow the absent teacher’s lesson plans to provide continuity of instruction.
Teach assigned classes at designated times and locations.
Plan appropriate grade- and subject-level learning activities when lesson plans are incomplete.
Oversee student behavior in class, between classes, and during lunch periods.
Implement the regular teacher’s discipline plan.
Motivate students to reach their potential through assignments, activities, and relationships.
Use resources effectively to support learning in the classroom, Academy, and community.
Demonstrate professionalism and ethical behavior and pursue continuous improvement in teaching methods, techniques, and interpersonal relationships.
Model personal qualities that reflect positively on oneself, the Academy, and the group.
Assume duties assigned by the school leader.
Promote responsible citizenship through role modeling.
Understand, communicate, and enforce the Student Code of Conduct.
Use technology for instruction, academic achievement data analysis, record-keeping, and communication.
Maintain a safe and orderly learning environment and ensure appropriate use of facilities and equipment.
Assist during peak periods or when duties are overloaded to support the Academy’s effectiveness.