Long Term Substitute Teacher-Lake Program (9-11 year olds)
January 2021 Posting
Wingra School is seeking a long term substitute teacher to teach children ages 9-11 in a multi-age classroom, in a team teaching structure. This is a 100% position, working full days, Monday through Friday and includes creating integrated curriculum, assessing students authentically, communicating with families, and being a part of a collaborative community of educators and families. This position is a limited term employment – the start date will be March 1st with overlap allotted with the current Lake Teacher. The position will carry through the end of the school year.
We are searching for a strong candidate with a passion for education, learning, and child development. A special interest in progressive education is a plus, as well as an appreciation for collaboration, creativity, reflection, flexibility, diversity, and inclusion. A successful candidate will embody enthusiasm for a complex job as well as resourcefulness, organization skills, and an inquisitive, open mind.
Requirements
- Passion for teaching and commitment to the equitable education of children
- Ability to work collaboratively within a team and to communicate effectively with parents
- Understanding of progressive philosophy and teaching methods
- Experience in teaching an integrated curriculum a strong plus
- Experience in addressing equity and diversity issues
- Bachelor’s degree, in education and child development
- Classroom experience at the elementary childhood or middle school level (preferred)
- Teaching License (preferred)
Salary Information
Position is from March 1 through June 18, 2021
Salary range = $34,000 – $36,000, plus $10,800 in Cafeteria Benefit money
To Apply
Please send a cover letter, resume, statement of educational philosophy, and three letters of reference to:
Daniel Torres-Rangel, Director of Education, at daniel@wingraschool.org
Wingra School is an independent K-8 school located in the heart of Madison, Wisconsin. We value and respect all types of diversity and strongly encourage applicants from traditionally marginalized groups to apply. We prohibit discrimination and provide equal employment opportunity without regard to, and not limited to, ethnicity, religion, race, national origin, abilities, gender identity, age or genetic information. We recognize the inherent strengths that come from different viewpoints, backgrounds, cultures, and experiences. As an organization, we have a commitment to examining our unconscious biases and want to work toward a just, equitable, and peaceful world.
Job Requirements
Requirements
- Passion for teaching and commitment to the equitable education of children
- Ability to work collaboratively within a team and to communicate effectively with parents
- Understanding of progressive philosophy and teaching methods
- Experience in teaching an integrated curriculum a strong plus
- Experience in addressing equity and diversity issues
- Bachelor’s degree, in education and child development
- Classroom experience at the elementary childhood or middle school level (preferred)
- Teaching License (preferred)
No experience required
Bachelor degree preferred
Citizenship, residency or work visa required
Contact Information
Daniel Torres-Rangel
718 Gilmore Street
Madison, Wisconsin 53711
Phone: 608 238-2525
