Substitute Teachers, Aides or Assistants

Newark, DE

Currently seeking Substitute Teachers, Aides or Assistants (Early Childhood Division) at The Independence School. The ideal candidate will possess some classroom experience or experience working with children in general and hold a bachelor's degree, or a Delaware teaching license and/or an area-specific certificate. For a Substitute Aide /Assistant position, a bachelor’s degree is not necessary.

State regulations require all adults working with three and four-year-olds must hold a DEEDS Intern or higher Early Childhood Certificate.

In the absence of the classroom teacher, the substitute teacher provides continuity of instruction, encourages student progress, and manages the learning environment in a positive way.

Responsibilities of the Substitute Teacher PreK- 8th grade include the following.

Assume duties of the regular classroom teacher, aide or assistant in accordance with school rules.
Help students to learn subject matter and/or skills that are required for scheduled lessons and to provide meaningful instruction for assigned classrooms.
Ensure the integrity of academic time and motivate students to learn and participate.
Maintain a neat and orderly classroom.
Must be reliable, punctual and professional
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Well-organized and committed
Some experience with technology is a plus

*Background Checks are required.

The Independence School prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.