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The Schenck School

Job Description

Job Title: Long-Term & Short-Term Substitute Teachers

Department: Academics

Reports to: Principal

Payroll Status: Temporary, Part-time, Daily Rate, Non-Exempt

The Schenck School is an independent day school, located in Atlanta, Georgia for students with dyslexia, grades K through 6. The School was founded in 1959 by David T. Schenck and uses the Orton-Gillingham approach. Our model is an intensive remediation model in which students come to us at all different grade levels, with varying degrees of dyslexia. Students stay for an average of 2 to 3 years and outplace to other schools when academically prepared. There are two highly trained teachers in each classroom, with a five-to-one student/teacher ratio providing the excellence in dyslexia remediation the School is well known for.

PURPOSE/GOALS: A Long or Short Term Substitute will advance the mission of The Schenck School by serving as a substitute teacher as needed, and embracing the School’s unique co-teaching model.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide support for teachers on an as-needed basis by substituting in their classrooms.
• Work in a collaborative, co-taught environment while providing instruction to students.
• Maintain good communication on a daily basis with teachers, students and parents, as well as the Head of School and Administrative Leadership team.
• Provide assistance with the School’s daily carpool process, lunch, and recess duties as needed.
• Other duties as assigned by the Principal, or by the Head of School.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree.
• Prior teaching experience required.
• O-G experience highly regarded.
• Strong computer skills required.
• Maintain confidential information and exercise good judgment.
• Handle and prioritize multiple tasks and demands; seek supervisory assistance as appropriate.
• Proven ability to communicate effectively and professionally.

QUALIFICATIONS: Must be able to perform each primary responsibility satisfactorily. Must be able to communicate both written and oral information clearly. Must be able to apply common sense understanding, carry out instructions, and establish appropriate priorities. Must demonstrate competency with basic online learning platforms and Internet functions. Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds. Requires relevant experience and educational background.

MAIN WORKING RELATIONSHIPS:

Faculty, Staff, Students, and Administrators

Interested candidates should submit a current resume and cover letter in Word or PDF format.

The Schenck School provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. In addition to federal law requirements, The Schenck School complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

The Schenck School expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of the School’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.