Secondary Substitute Teacher

About the role

At New Haven Residential Treatment Center and Boarding School, we believe meaningful relationships are at the heart of healing and growth. Accredited by COGNIA, New Haven serves adolescent girls in grades 7-12 through a unique combination of academic excellence, therapeutic support, and family-centered care. Our mission is to awaken ambition for learning, resilience, and leadership. We provide a nurturing, collaborative environment where students are empowered to grow emotionally, socially, and academically while preparing for their futures.

We are seeking a passionate, hands-on Substitute Teacher who thrives in a small classroom setting and values experiential learning, individualized instruction, and relationship-based education. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact while working alongside a dedicated team of educators and clinicians committed to student success.

Location: Saratoga Springs & Spanish Fork, UT. Hourly pay rate: $18–$25/hr. Schedule: 8:00 AM – 2:30 PM as needed. Teach year-round (210 days), with 6 weeks off in summer. Reliable transportation and ability to work at both campuses as staffing needs require.

Responsibilities

• Provide classroom instruction and supervision in the absence of the regular teacher.
• Deliver lesson plans, assignments, and instructional activities as provided.
• Foster a positive, safe, and respectful classroom environment.
• Support student engagement and participation while maintaining classroom expectations.
• Adapt to a variety of subjects, grade levels, and classroom settings as needed.
• Collaborate with teachers, administrators, and staff to support student success.
• Monitor student behavior and address classroom concerns in accordance with school policies.
• Maintain accurate attendance and classroom records as required.
• Uphold confidentiality and professionalism in all interactions with students, families, and staff.
• Support New Haven's mission by building positive relationships with students and contributing to a culture of growth and learning.

Qualifications

• Utah State Certified in Secondary Education (6-12) and Endorsed in English (or currently working on certification).
• Additional Special Education Mild/Moderate Endorsement preferred.
• Knowledge of a variety of teaching methods.
• Good communication skills both written and verbal.
• Ability to plan and prioritize work.
• Ability to adapt to the variety of learning and emotional needs of students.
• Basic word processing skills and the ability to use on-line programs.
• Teaching experience in addition to student teaching is preferred, but not required.