Early Childhood Substitute Teacher

Substitute Teachers

Headwaters School is currently hiring Substitute Teachers for grades K-12 as well as Early Childhood (ages 18 months - 5 years). We need qualified applicants that have teaching experience, flexible schedules, and are willing to come in with limited notice.

Responsibilities

• Provide and implement daily lesson plans according to the School's requirements.
• Manage the classroom environment.
• Provide activities, materials, and promote student learning in the absence of the regular classroom teacher.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Knowledge of Montessori educational philosophy preferred.
• Experience working with children/students required.
• Professional appearance.

Knowledge & Skills

• Knowledge of subject area assigned.
• Passion for working with children.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• General knowledge of curriculum and instruction.
• Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior.
• Ability to follow oral and written directions.
• Ability to maintain effective classroom management strategies.

Working Conditions

Services are generally provided within a standard classroom environment. Some movement throughout the classroom is necessary to facilitate learning (e.g., standing, walking, stooping, bending, sitting, and/or kneeling). Light lifting of materials (up to approximately 20 to 40 lbs.) is required. Reasonable accommodations may be made.

Headwaters is a 501(c)3 non‑profit school that does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, national origin, religion, gender, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation or any other classes protected by federal, state, or local law.

All applicants are subject to a background check prior to being hired.