Substitute Teacher
Substitute Teacher – Chesterbrook Academy
Teaching at Chesterbrook Academy offers you the opportunity to create a purposeful and engaging learning experience for our students. Our teachers are encouraged to be creative and intentional when developing classroom activities, with the professional freedom to make instructional decisions based on each student’s interests and learning needs. You will collaborate and build meaningful relationships with fellow teachers, school leaders, families, and the broader school community.
What We Offer
We offer a comprehensive benefits package to our full-time employees, including:
Employee referral bonus
Same-day pay with Dayforce Wallet, providing flexibility to access your earnings immediately
Opportunity to work in a collaborative and nurturing educational environment
About the Role
As a Substitute Teacher at Chesterbrook Academy, you will provide reliable classroom support and help maintain a safe, nurturing, and engaging learning environment in the absence of a regularly assigned teacher. You will work across classrooms as needed, follow established lesson plans and routines, and ensure students continue to receive a consistent and positive educational experience throughout the school day.
You Will Also
Implement established lesson plans and age-appropriate learning activities
Facilitate classroom instruction, discussions, individual assignments, group work, and other hands-on learning experiences
Support students’ academic and social-emotional development
Adapt to different classrooms, grade levels, schedules, and instructional needs
Maintain established classroom routines and provide smooth transitions between activities
Provide attentive supervision during classroom activities, outdoor play, meals, and transitions
Assist students with classroom tasks and daily routines as needed
Respond promptly and compassionately to each student’s physical and emotional needs
Create classroom resources and maintain a physical environment that supports safe exploration and learning
Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary classroom, including the regular cleaning of learning materials
Collaborate with fellow teachers and school leaders to provide a consistent and positive student experience
Communicate professionally with families regarding classroom activities and daily routines
Follow all school policies and applicable requirements related to health, safety, sanitation, and student supervision
What We’re Looking For
Bachelor’s degree in Education or a related field
Previous experience working with school-aged students in an educational setting preferred
Knowledge of student development, classroom management, and age-appropriate learning practices
Flexibility and confidence working with different grade levels, classrooms, and daily schedules
A patient, nurturing, and responsive approach to education
Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with students and families
Reliability, collaboration, and a commitment to providing high-quality care and education
Ability to successfully pass state and federal background checks
Compliance with all applicable state education standards