Salary: $35/hour or $245/day
Job Description
Almaden Country Day School is seeking elementary and middle school substitute teachers. Substitutes must have some classroom experience. Core classes include language arts/literature, math, and social studies; specialists teach science, PE, art, music, French, and Spanish. Lesson plans will be available.
Schedule
At times, teachers know in advance that they will be absent, and at other times, there is no advanced notice. Substitutes are not expected to be available at all times. Additionally, substitutes are invited to clarify which grades and content areas they prefer teaching. The school day is from 8:00 am to 3:00 pm, with substitute teachers' work hours from 7:45 am - 3:15 pm.
Qualities
Teachers at Almaden Country Day School understand and appreciate children’s developmental stages and have a deliberate focus on building relationships with students, parents, and colleagues. All teachers, including substitutes, are expected to interact with students in a respectful and nurturing way. All faculty and staff, including substitutes, demonstrate high personal and professional standards, communication ability, and eagerness to grow. ACDS substitutes enjoy the same respect as shown to our faculty, and value a cooperative learning environment in which colleagues work together for the benefit of the students.
Our substitute teachers are an important part of our school community. Some have been invited to join our faculty having demonstrated exceptional performance. If you are a dynamic and caring educator, passionate about children, and prepared to work with amazing young people and wonderful peers, please contact us.
Requirements/Qualifications
- Teaching credentials are preferred, and not required
- Demonstrated success in working with elementary and/or middle school students
- Demonstrated ability to interact with students in a respectful, joyful, and nurturing way
- Willingness and ability to follow lesson plans, as left by the teacher
- Ability to be flexible and adjust plans, per the needs of the students at a given time
- Understanding of the benefits of teaching 21st Century Skills, including teamwork, creativity, problem solving, curiosity, ethics, and resilience
Preferred Qualifications
- Google Certified Educator - Level 1
COVID-19 considerations
We are in regular contact with local & national public health agencies including Santa Clara Dept. of Health, CDC, state & national associations for independent schools. These sources inform best practices to prevent & limit COVID-19 transmission.
To apply, send cover letter and résumé to:
Interviews for open positions begin immediately and remain open until filled.