Long-Term Substitute (25.26 School Year)

Company DescriptionWho we are: KIPP St. Louis is a part of a national network of free, open-enrollment, public charter schools offering a choice to families and children in St. Louis City. As the largest charter school system in the city, we are driven and committed to our mission, vision, and equity statement.Mission: Together with families and communities, we create joyful, academically excellent schools that prepare students with the skills and confidence to pursue the paths they choose-college, career, and beyond-so they can lead fulfilling lives and build a more just world.Vision: Every child grows up free to create the future they want for themselves and their communities.KIPP St. Louis currently educates over 2,000 students and at full growth, we will educate nearly 3,600 students and hundreds of alumni. Today, our St. Louis network consists of two middle schools, three elementary schools, and a high school. Job Description Long-term substitutes (LTS) are regional employees who are assigned to KIPP St. Louis Schools based on school needs and are assigned to a school for six to twelve weeks before being reassigned to another school if needed. LTS provide instructional coverage for a teacher absent for an extended period. The LTS will work the regular hours of the absent classroom teacher during his/her absence and perform teacher duties. Position Type: Full-time, Non-Exempt, Hourly, TEMPORARY (per school district needs)On a day-to-day basis, you can look forward to the following:Teach a challenging college preparatory curriculum that addresses the current academic levels of students, is standards-aligned, and promotes critical thinkingDemonstrate knowledge of grade-level standards, benchmarks, and curriculum as well as proficiency in lesson planning and unit designDesign assessments and use data daily and weekly to drive instructional practices and provide students with feedback on their progress; regularly grade student workEnforce and uphold school's values, policies, and cultureEngage in frequent and open collaboration and communication with colleagues around lesson planning, instructional observations, and student dataSeek out and respond to coaching to increase capacity to run an effective classroom that promotes high levels of student achievementCommunicate regularly with families about the progress of students and remain available to students and families in the eveningBuild strong relationships and positive rapport with students, families, and colleaguesActively participate in weekly staff development activities and meetingsOther duties as assigned by the school leadership teamHelp Build a Positive School and Classroom CultureEmbody and maintain school's values, policies, and cultureDevelop positive relationships with students, families, teachers, and staffEstablish and maintain strong communication with all parents and share progressEffectively supervise and manage a classroom of up to 30 studentsShow up for critical school events, including staff meetings, open houses, parent-teacher conferences, and moreDemonstrate a Growth MindsetPursue challenging professional goals each yearGive and receive positive and constructive feedback from your colleaguesParticipate in school-wide and individual professional development (REQUIRED)School-Based Staff must have the ability to...Operate a computer and office equipment dailyOccasional moderate lifting, pushing, and pullingMaintain emotional control under stressInterpret policy, procedures, and dataCommunicate effectively (verbal and written)This job posting/description may not cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.Physical Demands/Mental Demands/Environmental FactorsFrequently positions self to interact with students inside and outside of the classroomMust be able to observe students inside the classroom and school building, as well as outsideDaily operation of a computer and classroom equipmentOccasional moderate liftingAbility to communicate effectively (verbal and written)Frequent, prolonged, and irregular hours of dutyMaintain emotional control under stressInterprets policy, procedures, and dataOccasionally, endure inclement weather conditions to provide for student safetyQualificationsWhat you bring to the table: 60 college credits and Missouri Substitute Certification (required)Bachelor's degree and Missouri Substitute Certification (preferred)Experience substituting or working with the youth (preferred)A passion for teaching in the city of St. LouisDedication to helping children grow and learnAdditional InformationWhat we bring to the table: Compensation: $200/day ($25/hour) and must have a Missouri Substitute Certification***Please note that as a Long-Term Substitute, you are only paid for the days you work. There are no paid holidays or paid breaks. In addition, you are not paid for any unexpected snow days or school closure days.

Created: 2026-04-02