Substitute Teacher (On-Call)

St. Thomas School•Medina, WA

53d•$29 - $29•Onsite

About The Position

You thrive working in a fast-paced environment with others who share your ideals. You are inspired by children and appreciate their joy and energy. Helping others and making an impact is important to you. You enjoy being part of something bigger than yourself. You are committed to excellence and professional growth. Who We Are: What We Offer: Non-Sectarian Competitive salary Independent Extraordinary work environment Preschool – Eighth Grade Excellent colleagues Founded in 1951 and located on the east side of Seattle in Medina, Washington, STS is a private, non-sectarian school for preschool through 8th grade students. STS is defined by a cognitively rigorous program with an emphasis on developing character, leadership, and a passion for learning and achievement. STS is a recognized leader in developing the whole student. Our core values include gratitude, responsibility, respect, courage, integrity, tolerance, compassion, perseverance, and generosity. STS serves about 370 students and boasts a 70,000 sq. ft. LEED Gold certified campus. St. Thomas School invites, welcomes, and celebrates diverse cultures, individuals, experiences, and perspectives within our school community and the world beyond our doors. We are seeking to develop a list of on-call substitute teachers for various disciplines and grade levels to help us advance our vision of being a recognized leader in early childhood through 8th Grade education. Were looking for energetic individuals who can adapt quickly to changing circumstances, individuals who work effectively independently as well as part of a team, and who are passionate about teaching to pre-school to middle school-aged children and enhancing student life. If that sounds like you, wed like to hear from you! Since this position is part-time and temporary, only mandated benefits are offered. STS offers pay competitive with public and independent schools and an extraordinary work environment. Qualified substitutes will be added to a database of professionals that are contacted and paid directly by the school. Job Summary: Under close partnership with, and at the direction of, the Director of the Early Learning Center/Extended Day, the Director of the Elementary Center, and/or Director of the Middle School, provides an exemplary instructional experience in the classroom. Main Areas of Need: Early Learning Center (Preschool-Kindergarten) Elementary School (1-4th Grade self-contained classrooms) Middle School Science, Technology, Engineering, Math (STEM) Teachers; Humanities teachers Instructional Assistants in the Early Learning Center and Elementary Center Flexibility and willingness to float (have more than one role during a given day) In all cases Substitutes will be involved in classrooms, at recess, at lunch, etc.

Requirements

Experience as a classroom teacher
A college degree in education or related discipline
Excellent oral and written communication skills
A strong desire to work with children and to acquire a deep understanding of developmental stages of growth
Flexibility and adaptability to meet the needs of the children and program
Flexibility to work with a number of faculty and staff members in an ever changing environment
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to maintain confidential information
Ability to work efficiently in a Microsoft Windows environment using Microsoft Office, master common automated systems for record keeping, and learn new technology
Ability to work and communicate well with all levels of faculty and staff
Ability to work and communicate well with students and their parents