English - Long Term Substitute 2026-2027

Job Description Long-Term Substitute Teacher - English Contract Period: Starting at the beginning of October through December Supervisor: Associate Dean of Academics Qualifications: English NHED endorsement preferred, but not required. CLASSROOM A Pinkerton teacher’s most important role is in the classroom and they strive to engage students in a student-centered learning environment. The development of this culture allows students to make meaning of the content and transfer their knowledge to new situations and real-life applications. Teachers should be facilitators of learning, coaching students to become independent and critical thinkers. Teachers are supported in their professional learning towards growth in all areas and are encouraged to use a variety of techniques in their instruction and assessment. Fostering a positive, challenging, and supportive environment is essential to the academic and social-emotional development of our students. Pinkerton’s Vision for Instruction is utilized to guide a teacher’s practice. Classroom Implements effective instructional practices to meet the needs of the learnersPlans lessons and unitsAssesses student progress, provides feedback in a timely manner, and alters instruction based on that feedbackCommunicates and adheres to clear grading procedures aligned with department policyMonitors and documents progress of students and issues reports when appropriateMaintains accurate student records and data, including grades and attendanceUtilizes appropriate and available resources (technology, professional growth opportunities, collaboration)Communicates proactively with students and all other stakeholders regarding student progressProvides support and remediation for students outside of class time Department Exhibits enthusiasm, cooperation, and professionalism with respect to department responsibilities Engages and participates in department meetings, professional learning communities, and common planning Displays professional growth in relation to individual, department, and school initiativesCollaborates and shares expertise or areas of professional growth with colleaguesCommunicates effectively and respectfully with department members Participates in Curriculum planningInventory and budgetingGeneral supervisionProfessional growthDepartmental responsibilities Displays ProfessionalismAppropriate conduct and behaviorPunctualityCare of equipment and facilitiesReliabilityAppropriate management techniques School and Community Displays respect for all members of the school community Participates fully in commitments beyond the role in the classroom (i.e. assigned duty period, campus supervision, chaperoning, co-curricular, extra-curricular activities) Promotes progress of the school community by engaging in committees that enact change Engages in other school functions as a representative of the department and the school (i.e. course night, graduation, freshman field day, open house) Supports student involvement and engagement outside of the classroom