Temporary Short-Term Substitute Teacher
Direct Supervisor: Academic Administrative Coordinator
FLSA: Exempt
Type: Temporary Short-Term Employee

The Short-Term Substitute Teacher is a responsible and student-centered educator who helps to maintain consistent education throughout the school when other teachers are unable to perform their teaching duties. Works closely with the Head of Early Childhood and Lower School, the Head of Intermediate and Middle School, and the Academic Administrative Coordinator to support a positive school experience for all students (age three through eighth grade). 

Professional Attributes

• High energy and enthusiasm with the ability to learn quickly, make an immediate impact, and implement new initiatives
• Flexibility and openness to work on a variety of assignments
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, displaying the ability to connect and build relationships with employees, students, and parents
• Confidence in professional aptitude with the ability to effectively convey skills and knowledge
• Positive team player with a strong desire to be an active, long-term participant in the growth of the School
• Supports and aligns with the School's mission, values, and policies
• Commitment to fostering and supporting a safe and healthy atmosphere and an inclusive community
• Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional learning and growth

Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs teaching duties throughout the school that would range from age three through eighth grade and would include all subjects and areas such as PE, music, art, world language, math, language arts, etc.
• Works closely with the Head of Lower School, the Head of Middle School, and the Academic Administrative Coordinator for daily classroom placement and tasks
• Leads students to live our mission fully and inspire a strong community that ensures a sense of respect, responsibility, and integrity in all students
• Actively participates in school life and demonstrates an interest and passion for professional development
• Proactively seeks to support the school and teachers on days not assigned to a classroom,
• Performs other duties as assigned

Skills, Knowledge, and Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree
• Possess an understanding of child development
• A life-long learner who enhances their skills using technology to maintain high standards of performance
• Excellent time management skills and ability to switch between tasks and prioritize work
• Attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Strong organizational and planning skills
• Aptitude to learn new systems, software, and platforms, including student information systems
• Comfortable with Google Workspace, Google Classroom, and a Windows/Chrome OS environment
• High level of confidentiality and discretion

The Temporary Short-Term Substitute Teacher is a temporary position from early April 2026 to early June 2026. The position is not eligible for benefits. 

2/25/2026

The Independence School prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. 

About The Independence School

The Independence School, located on 90 acres in the Pike Creek Valley, provides an exceptionally strong academic foundation, delivered in a stimulating environment that reflects a strong commitment to citizenship and character development. Independence graduates are academically successful, intellectually curious, and demonstrate leadership and self-responsibility. The school welcomes children age 3 through grade 8.

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