Job Information
Dawson School Long Term Substitute Teacher (US Social Studies) in Lafayette, Colorado
Long Term Substitute Teacher (US Social Studies)
Job Details
Level
Experienced
Job Location
Dawson School - Lafayette, CO
Position Type
Seasonal
Education Level
4 Year Degree
Travel Percentage
Negligible
Job Category
Education
Description
Dawson, a K-12 independent school of 535 students located east of Boulder on a beautiful 112-acre campus, seeks a anLong-Term Substitute Teacher for Upper School Social Studies. Dawson is a growing and passionate educational community dedicated to the healthy development and education of all of its students.
Dawson School Mission Statement
Dawson School is dedicated to excellence of mind, body, and character. We prepare students through challenging and relevant learning, to become creative, resilient problem-solvers who bring their best to the world.
Professional Qualifications
Teaching experience required
Experience teaching Social Studies
An undergraduate degree in related field of education; Social Studies is preferred
Strong classroom management skills
Excellent communication skills
Personal warmth and friendliness
Attitude that exemplifies teamwork and personal responsibility
Ability to include technology elements into all aspects of instruction
Ability to maintain strict confidentiality in all matters
Personal Qualities
Demonstrate enthusiasm for work with all school constituencies
Model school virtues of respect, compassion, courage, and integrity
Collaborate and work positively as a member of a team
Job Duties/Responsibilities
Report to Director of Upper School
Teach four sections of Upper School Social Studies
Actively participate in the extracurricular life of the School
Additional duties as deemed necessary by the School
The salary for this position will be $200.00 per day and isavailable from approximately November 1, 2024 to February 18, 2025.This is a temporary position and is not eligible for benefits.
Interested candidates should go to the Dawson website (www.dawsonschool.org), and click on ABOUT at the top of the page, click on Careers, scroll to the middle of the page, click the link under View Current Job Openings and select theLong Term Substitute Teacher (US Social Studies)posting to apply for this position. Only online applications will be accepted. No phone calls please.
Dawson School Diversity Statement
Dawson actively promotes and embraces the exchange of diverse perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds through curricular design, community involvement, and the integration of our four virtues –- respect, compassion, courage, and integrity — into every aspect of our community life. It is our responsibility to provide a safe and inclusive learning environment for all members of our community, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, age, ability, or religion, as well as to cultivate in each student the ability to make empathetic, socially responsible decisions.