Interim Academic Instructor - LRC

Job Title: Long-Term Substitute Teacher

Department: Academics

Position Summary: The Long-Term Substitute Teacher provides continuity of instruction and classroom management during the extended absence of a full-time faculty member. This role upholds the school’s academic and community standards by delivering engaging lessons, assessing student progress, and maintaining a positive, inclusive classroom environment. While temporary in nature, the position requires the same instructional responsibilities as a full-time teacher to ensure students’ learning experiences remain uninterrupted.

Key Responsibilities:

Create a safe, inclusive, and engaging educational environment where student-athletes are encouraged to achieve their holistic potential.

Design, implement, and adapt instructional activities that align with curriculum standards and foster active, meaningful student learning.

Develop, administer, and analyze assessments to monitor student progress, inform instruction, and ensure continuous growth toward learning objectives.

Differentiate instruction by identifying, selecting, and modifying resources to meet the needs of student-athletes with diverse backgrounds, learning styles, and abilities.

Establish and maintain a positive classroom culture that promotes respect, responsibility, and self-discipline in accordance with school policies.

Maintain accurate and timely records, including grades, attendance, and other documentation required by laws, accreditation standards, and school regulations.

Communicate consistently and effectively with students, parents, colleagues, and administrators regarding student progress, needs, and achievements.

Integrate technology and innovative teaching strategies to enhance instruction and student engagement.

Collaborate with colleagues and participate in professional learning opportunities to support school initiatives and ongoing professional growth.

Model high standards of professionalism, ethics, and integrity in all interactions with students, families, and the community.

Adhere to all school policies, procedures, and professional codes of conduct.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant subject area.

Demonstrated ability to design and deliver effective lessons aligned with curriculum standards.

Strong classroom management skills and ability to foster a safe, supportive, and inclusive learning environment.

Highly organized, adaptable, and able to quickly integrate into existing instructional plans and school culture.

Effective communication skills for working with students, faculty, and parents.

Proficiency with educational technology and digital learning tools.

Preferred Qualifications:

Master’s degree in a relevant subject area.

Prior teaching experience at the middle and/or high school level, either full time or in a substitute/temporary capacity.

Experience supporting diverse learners and differentiating instruction.

Familiarity with boarding or independent school settings.

Bilingual or multilingual proficiency.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

Ability to lift, move, push and pull equipment or boxes in excess of 40lbs.

Should be able to handle outdoor temperatures for a reasonable period of time.

Must be able to move around campus which includes gym, turf, fields, etc.