Job Details
Shady Side Academy's Lower Schools are seeking substitute teachers to support our classroom teachers when there are absences.
Substitute Responsibilities will include:
* Will use lesson plans to instruct students in grades Pre-K through 5th grade in a variety of subject areas.
* Working as a part of a team; extra duties include recess, lunch and carpool duties
* Being an integral part of a caring community of learners
A successful candidate will have:
* A depth of knowledge and understanding of young children
* A passion for working with young children
* Sensitivity to diverse communities of learners and an appreciation of developmental differences in an elementary school setting
* A knowledge of 21stCentury Skills and how they relate to classroom teaching
Qualifications
A bachelor's degree is required. Ideal candidates will have experience working with grade school aged kids, a flexible and team-oriented approach, excellent written and oral communication skills, exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail, superior interpersonal skills, and a sense of humor.
Compensation
* Day to Day Substitutes are paid $125 per day.
* Lunch is included when school is in session.
Application Information
Interested candidates should send a cover letter, a resume, and the names and contact information of three references via the employment page at www.shadysideacademy.org. Shady Side Academy is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age or disability.
About Shady Side Academy
Shady Side Academy is a nationally respected private school in Pittsburgh for boys and girls in grades pre-kindergarten through 12, with an optional boarding experience in high school. Shady Side Boasts an 8:1 student-to-teacher ratio, with an average class size of 15. Four age-specific campuses with extraordinary resources, teachers who actively mentor, a forward-thinking curriculum, a diverse and inclusive community, and a legacy of alumni accomplishments all inspire Shady Side students to high achievement in academics, the arts, athletics, and to meaningful ambitions in life. Visit the school's web site at www.shadysideacademy.org Our campuses are tobacco-free.