Middle School Math Substitute (December to Mid-January)

Middle School Math Parental Leave Substitute

Reports to: Ms. Perrin Jones, Director of Middle School

Full Time | 6 Week Position | Non-Exempt | Early December through Mid January

Position Summary

St. George’s is seeking an experienced middle school educator to cover a parental leave in the Middle School Math Department Wednesday, December 9th, 2026 - Friday, January 15th, 2027. (The school will be closed during this leave between Friday, December 18th and Monday, January 4th for Winter Break.) The substitute will follow the classroom teacher’s lesson plans and use textbook resources to teach one section of 5th Grade Math, one section of 6th Grade Math, and one section of 7th Grade Math. They would also supervise and lead activities daily in a 5th Grade advisory group, and serve a daily lunch duty and a twice weekly carpool duty. They will report directly to the Director of Middle School, and will consult with the Mathematics Department Chair.

About St. George’s Episcopal School

St. George’s Episcopal School is a coeducational, independent school serving approximately 400 students from Nursery through eighth grade in a family-like atmosphere with a highly trained and dedicated faculty. We grow curious minds into confident learners through expert academic attention and an unmatched sense of belonging. Our version of personalized learning, our nurturing environment and our low student-to-teacher ratios ensure that we challenge and support every child. This is why our graduates develop into lifelong learners and consequently find acceptance and success in the finest high schools in New Orleans. Learn more at www.stgnola.org.

St. George’s aims to employ a collaborative, creative, joyful and diverse faculty and staff. We hire without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability or any other category protected by applicable law. We are committed to an inclusive school culture and to recruiting and hiring faculty of diverse backgrounds and experience.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Deliver lessons specific to the following anticipated units of study:
  • 5th Grade: Division (whole numbers, decimals)
  • 6th Grade: Comparing and ordering decimals, fractions and percents; solving percent problems; algebraic expressions and properties 
  • 7th Grade: Solving two-step inequalities; probability and simulations 
• Grade assignments and assessments and enter data into school gradebook software.
• Update the Google Classroom for each section daily.
• Meet deadlines and adhere to a daily schedule; structure classes to maximize opportunities for student learning.
• Guide classroom behavior through respect and a positive approach. Communicate quickly and effectively with the Conduct Coordinator if behavioral issues arise.
• Collaborate regularly with other teachers to support students’ educational needs.
• Actively supervise students during lunch and carpool duties.
• Moderate students in a small-group advisory program.
• Maintain the classroom space and the materials in it.
• Attend weekly math department meetings.

Qualification Requirements

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in education, math, or another related field
• At least two years of experience working with children
• Philosophy that focuses on hands-on, student-centered learning
• Proficiency with Google Apps and technology-based educational tools
• Ability to work well in a team and collaborate
• Outstanding organizational and time management skills
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills
• A sense of integrity, ethics and an ability to carry out responsibilities in accordance with the school’s policies and procedures

Working Conditions / Physical Demands

• Must be physically able to operate computers and office equipment.
• Occasional bending, reaching, squatting, kneeling and twisting; constant walking, speaking and listening; close visual attention to the computer.
• Occasional lifting up to 50lbs.