T/Kindergarten to 8th Grade Substitute Teacher

Description

Blue Oak School is seeking dynamic and warm substitute teachers to fill in and support lower school (K-5) and Middle School (6-8) program when needed. The substitutes will provide day-long academic, socio-emotional, organizational, and behavioral support in the classroom assigned. Qualified candidates will have had some prior classroom or camp experience and possess the desire to take an active role in working with teachers and children. Although specific requirements and duties vary slightly by grade and day, there are several common requirements and responsibilities for substitute work at Blue Oak School:

About Blue Oak
Blue Oak School is a private, kindergarten to 8th grade, independent school with proven progressive and innovative concepts that animate a love of learning built on a strong educational foundation. With teachers at the center as instructors and facilitators, we engage students using all their senses in highly interactive classrooms, playgrounds, and community settings. We reaffirm our commitment to providing students with an unparalleled Kindergarten-8th grade experience rooted in the following:

1. A progressive approach to education that is hands-on, student-centered, collaborative and intellectually challenging. We bring learning to life.
2. An integrated curriculum that incorporates fine arts, music and drama, physical educational, and service learning. We teach the whole child.
3. Fostering problem solving, inquiry, critical thinking, and creativity. We engender a love of learning.
4. Experienced, passionate teachers and a low student/teacher ratio, ensuring that students’ individual strengths and challenges are well understood. We meet student needs.
5. A diverse sense of community within every classroom and throughout the school, fostered by actively teaching social concepts and skills. We build a community of learner and leaders.
Learn more at www.blueoakschool.org

Requirements

BA preferred but not required
A minimum of two years experience in a school, child-care, or camp setting

Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills
Strong time management and organizational skills
Must be able to pass a fingerprinting screen and background check
Must be legally able to work in the United States

Attributes
Hardworking, organized, and reliable
Ability to model professional and ethical standards when working with students and families
Sense of humor and ability to connect with students
Ability to work both independently and as a member of a team

Responsibilities
Prepare the classroom and materials as needed throughout the day - as noted in the daily plans
Provide recess, lunch, and other student supervision as needed and assigned
Support students during specialist classes as assigned
Maintain a positive classroom climate of trust and mutual respect
Nurture each student’s academic, social, and emotional development
Maintain and respect the confidentiality of students
Report to the office upon arrival and school rules and procedures
Complete all necessary paperwork for incidents and payroll - leave the classroom teacher a written note
Performs other related duties as assigned by Head of School or Director of Teaching and Learning