On Call Substitute Teacher

Phalen Leadership Academies•Harper Woods, MI

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Opportunity: Phalen Leadership Academies is seeking reliable, compassionate, and flexible On-call Substitute Teachers to support our scholars and campuses as needed. Substitute Teachers play an essential role in maintaining a positive and productive learning environment when classroom teachers are absent. In this role, you will help ensure continuity of learning by following established lesson plans, supporting classroom routines, and fostering a safe, caring environment for all scholars. PLA substitutes model professionalism, consistency, and strong classroom management while building positive relationships across grade levels. The Network: PLA is a transformative education nonprofit changing communities across the country by providing a depth of resources not found in the traditional education model. In addition to serving as one of the country’s best turnaround school operators and successfully launching charter school start-ups, PLA also provides our school communities with a successful, research-based summer learning program (Summer Advantage), a successful Reading and Math Intervention program (Reading and Math Advantage), and a workforce development program (Skilled US) that provides expanded opportunities for our high school graduates, along with the family members of our current staff and students. This menu of programs and services is unique to our network, sets us apart from other organizations, and provides expanded opportunities for our staff through career advancement opportunities and expanded income opportunities. The Campus: Discovery Creative Pathways (DCP) Harper Woods is a tuition-free charter school supporting K-8 scholars in the Harper Woods, MI area. Through a rigorous curriculum and high-quality instruction, our educators foster a love for learning. DCP Harper Woods embraces innovative teaching methods and technologies to enhance the learning experience and prepare students for the challenges of the future. Offering a wide range of extracurricular activities, such as Girls/Boys Basketball, Soccer, Dance, Martial Arts, Drama Club, Cheerleading, Garden Club, and Tutoring. These activities make our school unique by providing opportunities for students to develop their skills, explore new interests, and build social connections. DCP Harper Woods prides itself on its ability to work closely with support staff, educators, and families to create a sense of joy and belonging for all scholars.

Requirements

90 College Credit Hours
Ability to accept assignments
Experience working with children
Ability to communicate comfortably (written and orally) with students, teachers, and administrators
Must be punctual and reliable