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PK-5 SUBSTITUTE TEACHER SPECIALIST

Employer
Essex Westford School District
Location
Essex Junction, VT, US
Salary
Competitive
Essex Westford School District is seeking a dedicated, high energy person to serve as a full-time PK-5 Substitute Teacher Specialist at Westford School.

This position serves as a school-wide resource in support of equitable and inclusive instructional practices consistent with the EWSD vision and continuous plan for improvement. This includes serving as a substitute for a variety of classroom teachers and paraeducators positions ensuring consistency and quality of instruction;
providing student supervisory duties to ensure a safe, inclusive and respectful environment for all students and to enable planning time for teachers; and serving as a school-wide resource.

This position is a fantastic opportunity for a beginning educator seeking more training and experience and/or folks interested in becoming an elementary school teacher. The position is full-time, 8 hours per day, during the school year.

Primary job duties include, but are not limited to, the following:
  • Short and semi-long term substituting for licensed educators (no more than 30 consecutive days)
  • Short-term substitute coverage for a variety of paraprofessional positions
  • Provide orientation and support for new substitute teachers in the school
  • Assist with coordination of substitute coverage
  • Provide general administrative, classroom and school-wide support
Candidates with the following qualifications are encouraged to apply:
  • Experience working with elementary aged students strongly desired.
  • Candidates who hold a valid teaching license or are working toward licensure to become an elementary classroom teacher are preferred.
  • Understanding of the developmental growth of elementary-aged students.
  • Excellent oral communication skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to engage students
  • Ability to effectively redirect/manage behaviors as appropriate; background or training in de-escalation desirable, but training will be provided.
  • Commitment and dedication to a safe and respectful learning environment for all.
For additional information, please Click Here for a copy of the job description.

EWSD is committed to building a culturally diverse and inclusive environment. Successful candidates must be committed to working effectively with diverse community populations and are expected to strengthen such capacity if hired. If you are committed to the success and safety of all students but do not meet all qualifications listed above, you are still encouraged to apply.

For consideration, please apply electronically through www.schoolspring.com.

Position Type: Full-time
Positions Available: 1
Salary: $18.50 to $20.50 Per Hour
Welcome to Westford Elementary School!
Please visit our home page: www.ewsd.org
Job Requirements PLEASE NOTE: The District conducts thorough screenings of all applicants being recommended for hire, which may include contacting references not listed on your schoolspring application. Selected individuals shall also be subject to a criminal records background checks, and child and adult abuse registry checks. Any offer of employment shall be contingent upon acceptable results of these checks at the sole discretion of the Superintendent or his/her designee. Click Here for additional background check information.
  • At least 1 year of relevant experience preferred
  • Citizenship, residency or work VISA in United States required

  • Application Instructions Please answer the following questions:
    Application Questions This employer has requested that all applicants answer the following questions. It is highly recommended that you type any essays in a word processing program, save them, and then paste them on the proceeding job application page. 1. Where did you hear about this position?
    Brief Response (Answer limited to 200 characters, including spaces)
    2. When would you be available to begin?
    Brief Response (Answer limited to 200 characters, including spaces)
    3. Do we have your permission to contact all references, employers, educational institutions, and other individuals who may have knowledge of your employment and/or other pertinent information regarding your candidacy for this position?
    Yes/No
    4. Please review the job description and answer the following question (a link to the job description has been provided in the posting): Are you able to complete the requirements of the job with or without accommodation?
    Yes/No
    5. Are you an active candidate for another position in the Essex Westford School District?
    Yes/No
    6. Are you under contract or do you have a letter of intent from another school district or supervisory union that would conflict with this posted position?
    Multiple Choice / Single Answer
    - Yes
    - No
    7. Are you currently employed with EWSD?
    Multiple Choice / Single Answer
    - Yes
    - No
    - No, but I am a former EWSD employee
    Contact Information Marcie Lewis, Principal
    146 Brookside Road
    Westford, Vermont 05494
    Phone: 802-857-7813
    Fax: 802-879-0874
    Email: mlewis@ewsd.org

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