English Teacher Long Term Substitute

English Teacher – Long Term Substitute JOB DESCRIPTION

Chadwick School

Palos Verdes Peninsula, California

Chadwick School is an independent, K-12, coeducational day school dedicated to academic excellence, the development of exemplary character, and self-discovery through experience. A highly educated faculty and staff bring out the best in the talented student body through active learning, challenging academics, one-on-one mentoring, unparalleled global opportunities, nationally distinguished outdoor education and community service programs, outstanding athletic opportunities, and award-winning visual and performing arts.

The core values of respect, responsibility, honesty, fairness, and compassion are widely shared and fostered daily in classrooms, during co-curricular activities, and through the camaraderie of this close-knit community.

Located on a beautiful, 45-acre hilltop campus on the scenic Palos Verdes Peninsula in Los Angeles County, Chadwick enrolls over 800 students drawn from more than 45 Southern California communities.

Founded in 1935 by visionary educator Margaret Lee Chadwick, Chadwick is one of two schools operated by the Roessler-Chadwick Foundation. In 2010, Chadwick International School (CISS) was formed in Songdo, South Korea, which expanded opportunities for students around the globe to benefit from a world-class Chadwick education.

Job Title: English Teacher – Long Term Substitute

Temporary position to cover leave – December 2025 until March 2026

Division/Department: Upper School

Reports To: Division Director      

Location: Palos Verdes, CA

Level/Grade: 7-12           

Type of position/FLSA: Full-time Exempt

POSITION SUMMARY

Chadwick School is seeking a long-term substitute teacher for two sections of 10th grade English and two sections of A.P. English Language 11th grade English, from December 2025 through March 2026. 

The ideal candidate will have experience teaching English and a passion for working with Upper School students.  This role offers the opportunity to collaborate with active teaching teams, with curriculum design led by the teaching team and Department Chair, allowing the substitute to focus primarily on delivering engaging and effective instruction.

ASSOCIATED RESPONSIBILITIES

• Teach 4 sections total, including two 10th grade English sections and two A.P. English Language 11th grade sections
• Serve as an advisor to a group of students meeting approximately once per week.
• Create an inclusive classroom environment of mutual respect and rapport; incorporate anti-bias practices into the classroom culture 
• Support established principles of backward design (UbD) to course and unit curriculum. 
• Use a variety of instructional techniques to engage students in active, experiential learning grounded in authentic texts and experiences.
• Use Chadwick shared assessment and grading practices to assess, record, and provide feedback on student learning and next steps.
• Submit grades and student comments as instructed and on time.
• Keep information systems up to date, including Google Calendar, Google Classroom, and Veracross gradebook 
• Attend relevant department and faculty meetings and school events, including faculty meetings, assemblies, etc.
• Read and follow employment policies outlined in the Employee Handbook.
• Read and follow academic policies outlined in the relevant division Handbook.
• Communicate promptly and professionally with students, families, and colleagues.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED AND PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCES, AND SKILLS

• Strong written and oral communication skills in English are required.
• A bachelor’s degree is required.
• A deep and broad knowledge of the subjects to be taught is required.
• Teaching experience with middle or upper school students is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of pedagogy and educational tools, including relevant technology, is preferred.
• A student-centered, global, and innovative approach to teaching is preferred.

Compensation:  $6,500 - $7,900 monthly salary based on years of teaching experience, highest degree earned and other qualifications.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENT

• Required to lift and carry up to a maximum of 10 lbs., in a correct manner consistent with the appropriate training provided by the School.
• Occasionally required to use hand to handle, or feel objects, touch and use tools, reach with hands and arms, climb stairs, bend, stoop, twist, lift, reach, push, pull, grasp, balance, kneel, crouch, crawl, grasp, talk, hear, and walk during the course of employment.
• Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and an ability to adjust focus.
• May use telephone, computer, copier, and other office equipment in the course of a day.
• May be required to sit while operating word processing equipment for approximately 2-4 hours daily, repetitive motion for typing and other keystroke needs.

Work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential function of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing this job, the employee is exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time.  This may include warm, hot, or cold temperatures.  The noise level in the work environment is moderate.

CLEARANCES

Required Screenings: TB assessment Clearances: Livescan background check

Note: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, and responsibilities that are required of the position.