Substitute Teacher

SDJA • San Diego, CA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

San Diego Jewish Academy is seeking an On Call Substitute Teacher for Middle and Upper School classrooms. For over 40 years, SDJA has been a leader in education as a pluralistic preschool - 12th grade school serving the Jewish community. Our mission is to empower each student to learn for life, guided by Jewish values and rooted in the strength of community. We are shaping the foundation of future thinkers, creators and community leaders by blending modern education with deeper purpose and meaning. Students are inspired to embrace creativity, innovation and entrepreneurial thinking in their learning, shaping them to become leaders of integrity, social responsibility, and architects of change. The ideal candidate should be adaptable, comfortable stepping into diverse learning environments, and possess broad foundational knowledge across general subject areas.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Education or a related field required.
• A valid teaching credential required.
• Experience teaching literacy, writing, math, science, and social studies is essential.
• Ability to differentiate instruction to support diverse learners.
• Strong classroom management skills.
• Creates a warm, structured, and positive learning environment.
• Uses assessment data to inform instruction and support student growth.
• Communicates effectively with students, families, and colleagues.
• A collaborative, flexible, reflective, and student-centered approach is essential.
• Commitment to supporting the academic, social, and emotional growth of each child.
• An interest in being part of a mission-driven Jewish day school community.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States.
• Willing to undergo both Live Scan background check and TB screening as part of the hiring process.
• Applicants for all positions with SDJA are required to disclose all current and former employment with educational institutions.

Responsibilities

• Provide instructional support across 6th–12th grade classrooms as needed.
• Facilitate lesson plans effectively across multiple subject areas (Humanities, STEM, Arts, etc.).
• Maintain a structured, engaging, and supportive learning environment.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level