Long term substitute teacher Jobs in Sunnyvale, CA

Job Description

Job Description

Description :

Position Title : Long-Term Substitute Teacher

Status : Temporary

Full-time / Part-time : Part-time for January - May months

Reports to : Vice Principal of Curriculum and Instruction

Classification : Exempt

Pay Range : $150 per class; 2 sections meeting about 33 times; approximately compensation for both sections : $10,000.

About Presentation High School :

Presentation High School is an independent Catholic college preparatory school for young women. We offer a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and a close-knit professional community. We seek talented and innovative professionals who have a commitment to excellence and passion for our mission.

Position Summary

Presentation High School in San Jose, California is seeking a temporary, part-time Social Science instructor to join the Social Department in the 2024-2025 school year. We are looking for an experienced, innovative teacher who is eager to develop classrooms of belonging where students are ready to take intellectual risks and put their learning into action in the “real” world.

The substitute will be responsible for teaching 2 sections of World History to students in grade 9. The curriculum is prepared but requires an enthusiastic and passionate teacher to help bring history alive. A Presentation Social Science department member will be teaching other sections of the course and will be available for collaboration.

Substitute teachers may also be requested to make themselves available in a reasonably timely manner for meetings with other faculty / staff regarding student support, interdepartmental collaboration, and also by students / parents at their request. Every effort may be made to accommodate substitute teachers’ schedules when scheduling these meetings.

Additional compensation is provided for professional development days, Graduation, etc. as applicable.

Duties and Specific Responsibilities

• Mission & Values Commitment : Model and uphold the mission and values of Presentation High School, demonstrating a commitment to its educational philosophy, equity, and inclusion.
• Teaching Excellence : Deliver subject matter instruction with expertise, using the prescribed curriculum as a foundation. Grade student work to support growth and adapt teaching practices to ensure clarity, engagement, and accessibility for all students.
• Classroom Management : Create and maintain an orderly and disciplined classroom environment that fosters learning and respects diverse needs and learning styles.
• Student Support & Accessibility : Be available to assist and encourage students who seek help, promoting an inclusive and supportive learning environment.
• Professional Collaboration : Exhibit professionalism in interactions with students, parents, and colleagues. Work collaboratively with the Presentation community, actively engaging in its events and initiatives.
• Commitment to Growth : Stay current on pedagogical best practices and educational technology, showing dedication to ongoing professional development and the pursuit of teaching excellence.
• Organizational & Interpersonal Skills : Employ strong organizational, verbal, and written communication skills, ensuring effective and respectful engagement with the school community.

Requirements :

Education & Experience

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Physical Demands The physical demands described below represent those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, as amended, the California Fair Employment & Housing Act, and all other applicable laws, Presentation High School provides reasonable accommodations for qualified persons with disabilities. A qualified individual is a person who meets the skill, experience, education, or other requirements of the position and who can perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. The Long-Term Substitute Teacher : Social Science must be able to

Work Environment

Classroom / Office Setting

EEO Statement : Presentation High School is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to excellence through diversity and inclusion and, in this spirit, particularly welcomes applications from women, persons of color, and members of historically underrepresented groups. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or other protected category in accordance with applicable law. The school will provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with a disability.