The Spring Hill School - TK-8 Substitute Teacher

**Position: TK-8 Substitute Teacher** **Location:** The Spring Hill School, Petaluma CA **Job Type:** On-call/Temporary **Reports To:** TK-8 Division Head The Spring Hill School, an independent school in Petaluma, CA, offers an engaging curriculum that promotes critical thinking and intellectual curiosity. We help our students to become leaders and lifelong joyful learners, strengthening their capacity to contribute positively to their communities. We support our students to develop meaningful relationships with peers and faculty based on honesty, respect, and responsibility. Faculty at The Spring Hill School are passionate, innovative, and dedicated members of the school community who work together to offer an engaging curriculum that promotes critical thinking and intellectual curiosity. Spring Hill seeks a passionate, creative, and collaborative substitute teacher to join our team. **Responsibilities:** * Follow lesson plans left by the current teacher to ensure a smooth transition for students. * Provide instruction, classroom management, and supervision across a variety of subjects (e.g., math, science, language arts, social studies). * Adapt teaching style to the needs of students in grades TK-8, creating a positive and productive learning environment. * Support student learning through guided instruction and individual assistance as needed. * Collaborate with grade-level or subject-area colleagues as required. * Manage student behavior in accordance with the school’s policies and guidelines. * Maintain a respectful and inclusive classroom environment that reflects the school’s values and mission. * Communicate any concerns or observations about student performance or behavior to appropriate school staff. * Ensure the safety and well-being of all students during the school day. **Qualifications:** * Bachelor’s degree required; teaching credential or relevant experience preferred. * Experience working with elementary and middle school students, ideally in an independent or private school setting. * Strong communication skills and ability to build rapport with students quickly. * Flexibility and adaptability to work in different classrooms and with different age groups. * Knowledge of child development and age-appropriate teaching strategies. * Ability to follow lesson plans and classroom routines established by the regular teacher. * Dependability and promptness. **Hours:** 8:00-3:30 **Compensation**: $35/hour **TO APPLY:** Interested and qualified candidates may apply by emailing a cover letter, resume, and relevant references to the posted email address. No phone calls, please! Successful candidates will be able to pass a fingerprint/background check and must complete a reference check in accordance with CA-SB 848. To learn more about The Spring Hill School, visit us at thespringhillschool.org. Pay: $35.00 per hour Education: * Bachelor's (Required) Experience: * Teaching: 1 year (Preferred) * independent school: 1 year (Preferred) * substitute teaching: 1 year (Preferred) License/Certification: * Teaching Certification (Preferred) Work Location: In person