On-Call Substitute Teachers

Position: On-Call Substitute Teachers

Reports to: Director of the Middle School or Director of the Upper School

Direct Reports: N/A

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

When needed: Ongoing

Rate of Pay: 3.5 Hours - $115; 7 Hours - $230

UPrep is seeking to develop a list of on-call substitute teachers for various disciplines and grade levels to help us advance our vision of being an inclusive community of learners that provides an outstanding education for each individual in a diverse student population. We’re looking for energetic individuals who can adapt quickly to changing circumstances, individuals who works effectively independently as well as part of a team, and who are passionate about teaching to middle school and high school-aged children and enhancing student life. We are looking for staff and faculty who share our belief that a culturally rich and inclusive school community provides students with the best possible environment for a quality education. If that sounds like you, we’d like to hear from you!

Who We Are:

UPrep is a 6–12 independent school in northeast Seattle, WA, one of the country’s most dynamic cities. We offer an intellectually rich education that fosters deep inquiry and critical thinking that is powered by student engagement. Our students graduate prepared for college and life. UPrep is a strong and vibrant community of students, families, faculty, staff, and alumni that joins together to support our students in becoming caring and productive adults. UPrep is a place where all students and families have equitable access to all the school has to offer, and we aspire for all community members to feel like they belong. We believe that our shared values of integrity, respect, and responsibility are essential to accomplish our mission to develop each student’s potential to become an intellectually courageous, socially responsible citizen of the world.

Job Summary:

Under general supervision, and on a part-time temporary basis, teaches courses as needed in any of the following disciplines: English, Math, History, Science, Languages (Chinese, French and/or Spanish), Fine Arts, and Physical Education.

Specific Responsibilities:

• Provides classroom instruction and management
• Is familiar with and comply with all policies and regulations as put forth in the school’s documents
• Since safety and security are everyone’s responsibility, takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, faculty, staff, equipment, materials and facilities
• Implement existing lesson plans with fidelity, ensuring academic continuity and meeting the primary teacher’s daily learning objectives
• Provides meaningful feedback on student work completed during the day and leaves detailed notes for the returning classroom teacher regarding student progress and behavior
• Accurately tracks and records daily attendance and tardiness
• Fulfills non-instructional supervisory duties as assigned, which may include monitoring hallways, lunch periods, and recess
• Upholds and enforces the school’s student code of conduct including dress code, technology use policies, and behavioral expectations
• Escorts and supervises students during school-wide events, assemblies, or emergency drills occurring during the assignment period
• Checks and responds to school email promptly on assignment days for updates regarding schedule changes, special schedules, or student needs
• Performs other duties as assigned