Guest/Substitute Teacher

Our Mission: To provide effective educational staffing solutions that create and support productive learning environments for students in K-12 schools.

If you:

• HAVE A HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -AND- COMPLETED 90 CREDIT HOURS AT AN ACCREDITED COLLEGE OR UNIVERSITY
• ENJOY TEACHING
• ARE A RETIRED EDUCATOR
• WANT TO BUILD YOUR SKILL SET AS AN EDUCATOR
• WANT TO SUPPORT EDUCATION AND STUDENT DEVELOPMENT
• WANT TO CONTRIBUTE YOUR TIME AND TALENT TO COMMUNITY SCHOOLS
• NEED A FLEXIBLE SCHEDULE
• ARE TRANSITIONING TO A CAREER IN EDUCATION

The Essential Curriculum Team can connect you with schools that need your thoughtful, professional classroom skills. Our most successful educators and para educators are positive, organized, proactive, flexible and embrace change well. Schools and districts need education professionals with that are inspired to serve students with effective classroom management skills while maintaining school standards during guest teaching assignments. Candidates must have completed at least 90 hours of course work from an accredited college or university.

Students often respond well to guest teachers who are engaging, patient, open-minded, kind, fair, consistent and take a genuine interest in their learning experience.

You will be required to carry out lesson plans and subject goals and objectives. You may be required to create simple lesson plans or plan grade appropriate activities. Our company was founded by an educator so we understand the challenges and we are here to support you!

If this sounds like a good fit for you let’s chat. There is a process to preparing for the classroom. Be prepared to invest several hours and some out of pocket costs for things like transcripts, credentials and background checks to qualify you to work in the classroom. The process can be completed in less than one week, many teachers complete their applications within 1-2 days.

Documentary evidence of all diplomas, degrees, certifications, licenses, permits and specialized training credentials/endorsements is required. Please prepared to provide copies of CURRENT permits, certifications, licenses and related credentials or endorsements. *There may be out of pocket costs associated with requests and re-certifications.

For the safety of students and in accordance with state and federal law, only teachers that have completed applications on file, with the state required documentation and credentials can accept classroom assignments.

***YOU CANNOT START WITHOUT A COMPLETED APPLICATION.***

A complete application should include the following:

• A completed application
• A signed Authorization for Background Check Release form
• A completed Unprofessional Conduct Disclosure. *Please note this form must be completed by an authorized employee at your current or former employer.
• A completed W-9 form
• A current resume
• A list of references
• Official transcripts **Costs associated with transcript requests vary.
• An approved permit, certificate or credential required for your state. Michigan: Apply for a Michigan Daily Substitute Permit *Required for all (emergency, temporary, short and long term) guest/substitute teachers. We will help you apply but_ you must pay $45 for the permit_.
• A copy of your completed LIVESCAN - Michigan digital fingerprinting background check form and receipt. You are responsible for the $65 fee.

YOU CAN FIND THE DOCUMENTS AND MORE INFORMATION AT:

theessentialcurriculumteam.com/teach

Work Location:

• Multiple locations

Work Remotely

• No

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $150.00 per day

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Application Question(s):

• Have you completed 90 credit hours at an accredited college or university?

Education:

• Associate (Required)

Work Location: In person