Long-Term Substitute Library Teacher

The Alfred and Adele Davis Academy seeks a long-term substitute library teacher with at least 3 years of experience in teaching in elementary school. In the Fall, this position would be in the library full-time August through November serving students in grades Pre-K through 5th. Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree or certification in Education, graduate degree preferred in Library Sciences or Education.

This teaching position entails:

• Implement daily lesson plans to students in grades Kindergarten Prep to fifth grade to support their learning on a fixed schedule
• Collaborates with team to plan and implement programs
• Uses multiple tools to assess student learning on an ongoing basis, and alters instruction to meet group and individual needs
• Maintains order within the classroom and school with proactive classroom management and a well-organized learning environment
• Communicates effectively with students, their parents, and colleagues
• Although lesson plans provided, ability to select and use a variety of instructional materials to stimulate learning and meet the needs of all students, as needed
• Stays abreast of current educational trends and best practices as these relate to classroom instruction and effective schools
• Maintains professional manner when interacting with students, parents, patrons, community agencies and colleagues
• Incorporates and models appropriate use of technology to support instruction and student learning
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Works well in a team setting and collaborates well with Media Assistant to continue strong operational practices

Qualified individuals must demonstrate:

• Thorough knowledge of teaching skills
• Organizing and managing a classroom and/or library
• Motivating and engaging students
• Communicating effectively and professionally with parents, other teachers and administrators, both in person and in writing

The Davis Academy is Atlanta’s Reform Jewish Day School, located in Sandy Springs serving approximately 550 students in grades Kindergarten Prep – Eighth. We offer an outstanding teaching and professional environment and excellent school community.

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Teaching: 3 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Teaching Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: In person