Long Term Substitute (Immediate Opening)
Job Description
WE ARE SEEKING LONG TERM SUBSTITUTES FOR THE 2022-2023 SCHOOL YEAR!
KIPP St. Louis Substitute provides instructional coverage for a teacher who is absent for an extended period of time. The long-term substitute will work the regular hours of the absent classroom teacher during his/her absence. The long-term substitute is assigned to KIPP St. Louis Schools based on school needs and is assigned to one school for six to twelve weeks before being reassigned to another school, if needed. This is a temporary position and is based on the school’s district coverage needs.
The Long-Term Substitute will have an opportunity to observe best practices in classroom instruction and education reform from experienced teachers and school leaders at a leading charter management organization Substitute teachers will also consistently reinforce the importance of character building by helping students to exhibit strong decision-making capabilities, personal responsibility, and healthy interpersonal relationships.
POSITION TYPE: Full-time, Temporary
ON A DAY TO DAY BASIS, YOU CAN LOOK FORWARD TO THE FOLLOWING:
Provide substitute teaching coverage for teachers within the school
Potentially teach one class or small groups of students
Execute academically rigorous lessons; following rubrics and administering assessments.
Implement classroom management practices that are consistent with the culture of the school
Develop an awareness of individual student’s progress and learning needs; relentless focus on helping students achieve educational greatness
Willing to offer support to and receive constructive feedback from teachers and administration in order to create a professional working atmosphere that is conducive to change and improvement
Help shape and develop a school-wide atmosphere that best suits the needs of our students, teachers, and families
Communicate students’ progress toward realizing academic and character development goals with teachers.
Enforce and uphold the school’s values, policies, and culture
Seek out and respond to coaching to increase capacity to run an effective classroom that promotes high levels of student achievement
Build strong relationships and positive rapport with students, families, and colleagues
Actively participate in weekly staff development activities and meetings
Other duties as assigned by the school leadership team
PHYSICAL DEMANDS/MENTAL DEMANDS/ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS
Frequently positions self to interact with students inside and outside of the classroom
Must be able to observe students inside the classroom and school building, as well as outside
Daily operation of a computer and classroom equipment
Occasional moderate lifting
Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written)
Frequent prolonged and irregular hours of duty
Maintain emotional control under stress
Interprets policy, procedures, and data
Occasionally endure inclement weather conditions to provide for student safety
The regional office has the ability to move a long-term sub to a different campus.
Qualifications
WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TABLE
A high school diploma or GED and Missouri Substitute Certification (REQUIRED)
60 hours of college credit and Missouri Substitute Certification preferred
Bachelor’s degree and Substitute certification in Missouri preferred
A passion for teaching in the city of St. Louis
Dedication to helping children grow and learn
Additional Information
WHAT WE BRING TO THE TABLE:
COMPENSATION: $145/day for a substitute with Missouri teacher certification.
_KIPP St. Louis is committed to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment for all our students, families, teachers, staff and community members. As an equal opportunity employer, we hire without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or disability. _