Job Title: Substitute Teacher
Sub Rates:
$15.00 (hourly) Non-certified subs
$19.25 (hourly) Certified subs
About Us: At Summit School, we are dedicated to nurturing the full potential of every student through a challenging curriculum delivered within a caring and supportive environment. Our community thrives on creative thinking, systematic reasoning, and collaborative efforts, making us a standout educational institution. We seek passionate and organized individuals to join our team as Substitute Teachers. Our Substitute Teachers are enthusiastic and flexible to support all grade levels, from Eaglets through 9th grade. You can select the age range and subject areas that align with your expertise and passions.
Job Purpose
This part-time, temporary role is essential to maintaining the continuity and excellence of Summit School’s learning environment. Substitute teachers are expected to step in seamlessly, leading classrooms with preparedness, professionalism, and care when the regular teacher is unavailable. You will work closely with grade-level and department teams, ensuring that the learning experience remains engaging, collaborative, and consistent with the school’s mission.
Primary Responsibilities
- Collaborate with Division Directors, grade-level teams, and department colleagues to execute pre-planned lessons and activities.
- Implement provided lesson plans accurately and effectively, ensuring a cohesive and consistent learning experience for students.
- Deliver instruction in a clear and engaging manner, adapting teaching methods to meet the diverse learning needs of individual students.
- Provide clear explanations and instructions, fostering student understanding and participation.
- Effectively manage student behavior, minimizing distractions and promoting active engagement.
- Maintain a positive, safe, and structured learning environment for all students.
- Distribute and explain in-class and at-home assignments based on provided lesson plans.
- Monitor student progress and provide feedback as needed.
- For long-term substitute positions, develop and implement lesson plans and assignments that align with the curriculum and the regular teacher's established scope and sequence.
- Follow the school’s established curriculum and adhere to lesson plans as provided.
- Supervise students in various settings, including classrooms, hallways, playgrounds, and dining areas, ensuring their safety and well-being.
- Take on non-instructional duties as assigned, such as lunch supervision or carpool assistance.
- Provide clear and concise written or verbal feedback to the regular teacher regarding student progress and classroom activities.
- Demonstrate professionalism and uphold the expectations.
- Model respectful, responsible, and positive behavior that reflects the values of Summit School to students, staff, and families.
- A passion for teaching and working with students of varying ages.
- Strong classroom management skills and the ability to quickly build rapport with students.
- Flexibility, adaptability, and the ability to work effectively with diverse age groups and subjects.
- Previous teaching experience is preferred, but not required.
- Bachelor’s degree in education or a related academic field preferred
- Classroom experience preferred
- Passion for students
- Personal qualities of respect, integrity, compassion, responsibility, curiosity, and commitment to Summit School’s mission
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to engage students from diverse backgrounds
- Ability to differentiate instruction
- Ability to use and Integrate technology
- Maintain a positive working relationship with colleagues, students, and families
- Effective written and oral communication skills
Physical Requirements
- Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer or standing to teach.
- Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
- Must be able to traverse classroom, campus and adjust one's tone and height, by bending or leaning, in order to teach each child.
Skills Required
- Passion for teaching and working with students of varying ages
- Strong classroom management skills and ability to build rapport quickly
- Flexibility and adaptability to work with diverse age groups and subjects
- Previous teaching or classroom experience
- Bachelor's degree in education or related field
- Personal qualities: respect, integrity, compassion, responsibility, curiosity, commitment to mission
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to engage students from diverse backgrounds
- Ability to differentiate instruction
- Ability to use and integrate technology in instruction
- Maintain positive working relationships with colleagues, students, and families
- Effective written and oral communication skills
What We Do
Summit School, Inc. is a non-profit organization dedicated to empowering children to achieve their individual potential. Since its founding in 1968, the school has served at-risk children through its Early Learning Center and Special Education Center. Its core mission is to provide specialized programs that build a solid foundation for educational and lifelong success, helping students maximize their abilities and reach their full potential.








