Substitute Teacher

About This Role

Serving students in grades K-5, this role is for an on-call substitute teacher who will support students and staff when a classroom teacher is absent. The school combines Montessori-inspired practices with hands-on, nature-based learning, encouraging curiosity, independence, and a lifelong love of learning.

Responsibilities

• Follow the classroom teacher's plans, classroom routines, and guidance from school staff
• Support student learning, safety, and positive interactions throughout the school day
• Help maintain a calm, orderly classroom and follow school policies and safety procedures
• In Montessori classrooms, respect student independence, the prepared environment, classroom materials, and established routines; willingness to learn Montessori practices is important
• Leave brief notes for the returning teacher or school staff about the day
• Supervise multiple students at once
• Establish routines and procedures
• Maintain a safe and orderly environment
• Create and implement instructional plans
• Communicate effectively orally and in writing
• Occasionally lift/move objects weighing up to 25lbs
• Stand and walk frequently
• Occasionally sit on the floor or bend down/squat
• Withstand all demands presented by outside weather conditions at any time of the year
• Withstand a moderate noise level
• Perform first aid/CPR if necessary
• Assist/lift students, as necessary

Requirements

• Minimum of 60 college credit hours
• Meet Michigan's requirements for the appropriate substitute permit (LSA will coordinate the permit process, and the required permit must be approved before an assignment)
• Complete LSA's hiring and background-check requirements
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to adapt quickly to different teaching environments and subjects
• Patient, reliable, and flexible, with a genuine passion for education and student development

Nice to have:

• Bachelor’s degree in education or a related field
• Previous experience working with children in an educational setting

About the Company

Lake Superior Academy is a tuition-free public charter school that combines Montessori-inspired practices with hands-on, nature-based learning. Through individualized instruction, outdoor exploration, and meaningful relationships, the school encourages curiosity, independence, and a lifelong love of learning while supporting students' academic, social, emotional, and creative growth.