Middle School Substitute Teachers
Pace Academy is an independent college preparatory school in Atlanta, Ga., with an enrollment of 1,150 students in Pre-First through 12th grade. The school provides a learning environment that cultivates global citizenship, a spirit of service, respect for differences and strong character in its students. Our commitment to a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture is reflected in a community in which differences are embraced, and students, parents, faculty and staff have a sense of belonging.
Pace Academy is seeking Substitute Middle School Teachers. The Substitute Teacher provides instruction, manages the classroom environment and promotes student learning in the absence of the regular classroom teacher. Expertise and enjoyment in working with students is a necessity.
Responsibilities
Follows the teacher’s written lesson plans. Consults with the principal and/or staff to resolve questions and/or concerns.
Complies with all building procedures and schedules.
Promotes the proper use and care of school property.
Makes the absent teacher aware of special situations or problems encountered.
Implements effective student-management procedures.
Maintains high standards and upholds the student conduct code.
Intervenes and/or reports concerns to an administrator.
Develops and maintains a positive learning environment.
Works cooperatively with staff and parents.
Incorporates the effective use of available technology.
Upholds computer technology acceptable use policies.
Respects personal privacy.
Maintains the confidentiality of privileged information.
Take precautions to ensure staff/student safety.
Does not leave students unsupervised.
Supervises non-classroom duties when assigned.
Accepts personal responsibility for decisions and conduct.
Performs other specific job-related duties as directed.
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree
Teacher preparation program desired
Demonstrated success teaching middle or high school is highly valued
Strong sense of humor, flexibility and a strong desire to work with adolescents Long-Term Substitute positions require a bachelor’s degree in education or subject matter to be taught and experience is strongly preferred
Must be available on short notice, even morning of (occurs with teacher illness)
Please submit the following documents in Word or PDF format;
- Cover Letter
- Resume
- References
- Any other relevant documents
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree
- Teacher preparation program
- Demonstrated success teaching middle or high school
- Strong sense of humor, flexibility, and desire to work with adolescents
- Availability on short notice, including the morning of an assignment
- For long-term substitute positions, a bachelor's degree in education or the subject matter taught
- For long-term substitute positions, teaching experience
What We Do
Pace Academy strives to create a diverse and multicultural environment in which all members of our community are respected, valued and included. We believe that diversity, equity and inclusion are fundamental values that benefit our classrooms and community. We welcome resumes year-round as we endeavor to attract the best candidates, and we encourage applications from traditionally underrepresented groups to apply. Available job openings are posted on www.paceacademy.org. Candidates are asked to submit materials to [email protected]. At Pace, we hire enthusiastic professionals dedicated to their crafts and passionate about making a difference in the lives of children. Faculty and staff must be committed to our mission to create prepared, confident citizens of the world.
