Extended Day Substitute Teacher

Job Description

Job Description

Position Classification: Part-time, temporary, 10-month, program support, salaried exempt

Hours: General hours of this position are approximately 2:30 pm - 6:00 pm Monday-Thursday; 1:45 pm - 6:00 pm Friday with special hours on student holidays and professional days.

Salary Range: 2-Hour: $50; Half Day: $80.00; Full Day: $120.00; Special Rate: $160.00

Reports to : Director of Extended Day and Little Saints

Position Summary:

St. Christopher's School, the largest all-boys school in Virginia and one of the largest and oldest boys' schools in the Mid-Atlantic region, seeks a creative and flexible teacher for its Extended Day Program, a unique after-school opportunity for students to explore enriching academic, artistic, and athletic experiences.

Serving approximately 1,000 boys in Grades JK-12 in Richmond, Virginia, St. Christopher's is an Episcopal school committed to cultivating a community that is diverse, inclusive and welcoming. We pride ourselves on bringing out the best in every boy. Our boys benefit from an education and curriculum that is holistic, including academics, the arts, athletics, and service learning. The St. Christopher's experience is further differentiated by a strong emphasis on our Community Pillars-honor & integrity, the pursuit of excellence, and community & brotherhood.

The Extended Day program serves St. Christopher's and St. Catherine's students from both the lower and middle schools by providing an extensive, year-round after-school program in a safe and familiar setting on the St. Christopher's campus.

Principal Responsibilities:

• Ensure successful implementation of co-curricular lessons written by Extended Day teachers, that foster student growth in academic, social, and emotional areas
• Facilitate enrichment opportunities that include arts and crafts, indoor and outdoor games, and STEM activities
• Take student attendance according to Extended Day policy
• Monitor study halls, provide academic support, and reinforce time management and study skills
• Keep track of students' assignments and document any useful information for the classroom teacher
• Maintain a safe classroom environment for students
• Actively monitor student behavior in the classroom, during recess, and at carpool, and report any incidents regarding students' behavior
• Perform other assigned teacher duties, as needed

Qualifications and Key Skills:

• A commitment to St. Christopher's mission, Community Pillars, Portrait of a Saint, policies, and initiatives
• A commitment to best practices in education, as articulated in the School's Teaching Excellence Document, and a dedication to best practices for boys, as espoused by the St. Christopher's Center for the Study of Boys
• A clear commitment to diversity, community, and inclusion in school communities, as expressed in the St. Christopher's Diversity and Inclusion Statement
• A bachelor's degree or an associate degree with experience in education preferred
• A minimum of two years experience working with children, preferably in an educational setting
• Personal traits and communication style that nurture the growth of children
• Passion and joy for working with young people and an enthusiasm for learning
• Creative and flexible mindset and a solid work ethic
• Works cooperatively with adults and has a strong ability to multitask
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills are vital
• Exceptional judgment and ability to maintain confidentiality
• Comfort with using technology daily and a willingness to learn and navigate specific platforms

Physical Requirements:

• Regularly required to stand and walk around for extended periods of time, in addition to frequent bending and stooping
• Occasionally required to work in poor weather conditions such as temperature, precipitation, and wind during recess and carpool duty
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds

How to Apply:

We only accept applicant resumes through our online portal, which you can access here. Once you select the "Apply Now" button, it will take you through the prompts to complete your application and upload your resume, cover letter and other required documents.

The application deadline is open until filled.

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School Information:

Established in 1911, St. Christopher's School is a JK-12 all-boys day school in Richmond, VA. St. Christopher's School is committed to cultivating a school community that is diverse, inclusive, and welcoming and prides itself on bringing out the best in every boy. Our Episcopal foundation is at the center of what we do, and we care most about developing young men who possess honor and integrity. Our boys benefit from an education and curriculum that is focused on excellence in all forms, including academics, the arts, athletics, and service learning.

The School's single-campus location consists of 43 contiguous acres and 23 buildings with over 300,000 square feet. With over a century of rich history in the education of boys, St. Christopher's has a reputation as a national and international leader in the education of boys. Our work with the