Responsibilities:

• The principal role of a Lower School Substitute Teacher is to provide coverage when a Head Teacher or Associate Teacher is absent from his/her classroom.
• When substituting for an Associate Teacher, the Substitute Teacher is expected to support the Head Teacher with assisting students and the preparation of lessons and projects.
• If the Head Teacher is absent, the Substitute Teacher is asked to assume the role of the Head Teacher and is in charge of the classroom.
• Formal written lesson plans will be provided for the Substitute Teacher during the time she/he is providing this coverage.
• The Substitute Teacher will also be responsible for routine tasks, which include supervising at lunch and roof times.

Requirements:

• At least two years of teaching experience, either as a Head Teacher or as an Associate Teacher
• Experience teaching multiple grade levels (Pre-K to Grade 4 preferred)
• Passion for working with elementary-aged students
• Strong knowledge of classroom management strategies
• Experience in teaching with technology, especially Google, Zoom, Seesaw, and Smartboard
• Flexibility with schedule
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and collaborative skills
• Ability and willingness to adapt to changing circumstances (comfortability with both teaching in-person and teaching virtually)

Preferred:

• Experience in teaching Singapore Math, Fundations, Reader’s Workshop, and Writer’s Workshop
• Knowledge of project-based learning and differentiated instruction techniques

It is the policy of Sacred Heart to provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants. This means that all employees and applicants will be treated on an equal basis without regard to race, religion, color, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, transgender status, national and ethnic origin, ancestry, disability, age, military or veteran status, marital and partnership status, citizenship status, caregiver status, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, sexual and reproductive health decisions, height or weight, predisposing genetic characteristics, criminal history, actual or perceived domestic violence victim status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable state, federal or local law (collectively referred to herein as “Protected Classifications”).

In addition to the Protected Classifications set forth in this EEO Policy, the School also prohibits any form of discrimination or harassment based on being a certified medical marijuana patient, pre-employment marijuana testing, unemployment status, sexual and reproductive health decisions, salary history, arrest or conviction, or domestic violence victim status in accordance with state law.

This policy applies to all terms, conditions and privileges of employment, including but not limited to: hiring, training, faculty development, transfers, promotion, compensation, benefits, educational assistance, employee facilities, termination, and retirement.

About Convent of the Sacred Heart

The Convent of the Sacred Heart is New York City’s oldest independent school for girls, established in 1881 by the Society of the Sacred Heart. Part of a worldwide network of over 150 schools committed to the mission of Sacred Heart education, the school is housed in two landmark buildings on 91st Street and Fifth Avenue. Since its inception, Convent of the Sacred Heart has been governed by a strong commitment to the education of the whole child, addressing her intellectual, spiritual, social, and emotional development. Convent of the Sacred Heart is an equal opportunity employer. As an equal opportunity employer, Sacred Heart seeks to hire outstanding and diverse faculty who work together harmoniously toward the common mission of the school.

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