Long Term 3rd Grade Substitute Teacher

You have a purpose and so should your job. Our children are the future of our community, and their care and education will directly impact their growth, development, and success. We believe success in the classroom is the foundation for success in life - and that no child should go without the opportunity to reach their full potential.  

Backed by the experience and educational leadership of The Learning Lamp team, Ignite Education Solutions now combines all The Learning Lamp's school-focused services under one easy-to-access roof. Our team of dedicated professionals takes the administrative burden off school districts so that district officials and teachers can focus on what they do best - helping children reach their fullest potential. We are an integral part of the community, providing much needed support for families, schools, and children.

Ignite Education Solutions is hiring a 3rd Grade Long-Term Substitute Teacher in the Johnstown area.

What's in it for you?

The chance to make an impact by:

• Being the compassionate, smiling face and vibrant light when interacting with the children on a regular basis;
• Collaborating with other professionals to plan and execute fun, engaging, and age-appropriate activities for the children in the classroom and on the playground;
• Caring for vulnerable young children when preparing snacks/meals, supervising;
• Engaging the parents/guardians through regular communication about the development and well-being of their child(ren); and
• Safeguarding a child when cleaning the classroom, adhering to the safety and security regulations you learn through our employee development training, and more.

What are the hours like?

• Hours are based on school district schedules.
• Apply today to discuss if there's a schedule that can work for you!

What do we offer?

• A collaborative, supportive environment for your professional growth.
• Training and Development opportunities, including access to a professional development platform where you choose your growth opportunities.
• Career Advancement opportunities!
• When school is off, you're off!
• Pay Range Starts at $125 per day for the first 20 days, then $135 per day on the 21+ days.
• Part-Time Benefits include
  • Paid Time Off
  • Longevity Bonuses
  • Health Membership Option
  • Retirement Savings (403(3) Option)
  • Discount Programs
  • Tuition Discounts

Minimum Duties and Responsibilities:

Classroom Management

• Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students
• Understand the responsibility of being a mandated child abuse/neglect reporter according to PA State Law
• Supervise all activities to ensure safety at all times
• Maintain a neat and orderly classroom by straightening chairs and tables, cleaning chalkboard at the end of the day, and making sure all items are left as they were in the beginning of the day
• Take attendance in accordance with district procedures
• Indicate to students at the beginning of class the basic expectations for behavior in the class in accordance with school district policies
• Ensure that students are never left unattended in the classroom or put in an unsafe situation

Lesson Delivery

• Employ instructional methods and materials that are most appropriate for meeting lesson objectives
• Carry out a program of study prescribed in the lesson plans left by the classroom teacher whenever they are available
• Guide the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and objectives as indicated in the lesson plans for the lessons, units or projects assigned

School Presence

• Report to school office at the beginning of the school day to sign in and pick up required materials/schedule of classes
• Report to the school office at the end of the school day to return materials and follow sign out procedures as prescribed by school office administration
• Be open to performing duties usually required of regular classroom teacher in his or her absence, such as lunchroom duty, hall monitoring, etc.
• Know emergency evacuation routes for the classrooms assigned
• Know procedures for referring students who are disciplinary problems
• Maintain a professional attitude and loyalty to the organization at all times
• Other duties as directed by the Ignite administrative team and/or school district administration

What do you bring?

• A Bachelor's Degree is the minimum requirement.
• Willingness to go through (and pass!) the required clearances and training to ensure the safety and security of our children, including: four clearances, mandated reporter training, a physical, and TB test. This can typically be accomplished within a week to get you started.
• Capacity for sitting, standing, walking, bending and stopping for long periods of time, as these happen throughout the eight-hour day.

Our opportunities are a great way to get a start in your career that offer a lot of room to grow within our organization. School districts need supportive and committed people to positively impact the next generation. Apply Now!