Substitute Teacher - Chinese

Job Title:  Substitute Teacher

Department: ECE, Elementary, or Middle School, as assigned

FTE/ Benefits Status: Part-Time/Not Benefitted

Supervisor: Division Principal

International School of Denver (ISDenver) is an independent school that teaches the curricula and fulfills the highest educational standards of the United States, China, France, and Spain to prepare its students to thrive in a diverse and competitive global society. ISDenver is a prestigious International Baccalaureate World School offering immersion bilingual international education from PreK-12, and is accredited by the Association of Colorado Independent Schools (ACIS) and participating governments. To learn more about ISDenver, please visit our website.

Staff and Faculty members are the cornerstone of our school. In addition to driving the school’s operations, they must also embody the school’s values and believe in the school’s mission:

ISDenver Values: Diversity, Integrity, Compassion, Responsibility, Perseverance

ISDenver Mission: Our inclusive, globally minded community develops highly motivated and academically successful bilingual learners who are inter-culturally adept and make positive contributions in a complex world.

Position Summary:  ISDenver is seeking substitute teachers to add to its list who can provide short and potentially longer term cover for ISDenver teachers when they are absent for one or more days.  ISDenver short term substitute teachers provide subject guidance to any class or group of students based on substitute teaching plans provided by the regular teacher ensuring their holistic developmental needs are met personal, social, emotional, and academic.  Long term substitute teachers may be required to create their own teaching plans for the classroom with the assistance of ISDenver.

Duties & Responsibilities:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that people of color and people who do not identify as cisgender men are less likely to apply to jobs unless their experience specifically matches the qualifications. At ISDenver we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply. You may be just the candidate we are looking for!

• Classroom Management: Maintain a positive and orderly classroom environment, ensuring that students stay on task and follow the established rules.

• Lesson Delivery: Implement lesson plans provided by the regular teacher, ensuring that educational objectives are met and students continue their learning progress.

• Adaptability: Be flexible and able to adapt quickly to different grade levels, subjects, and school environments.

• Attendance and Record Keeping: Take attendance and report any relevant information to the school office. Keep records of daily activities and student behavior.

• Communication: Collaborate with other teachers and staff to ensure a smooth transition for students when the regular teacher is absent. Communicate effectively with students, parents, and school administrators.

• Supervision: Oversee students during various activities, such as lunch, recess, and class changes.

• Follow School Policies: Adhere to school policies and procedures, including emergency protocols and safety measures.

• Professionalism: Exhibit a professional attitude and maintain confidentiality regarding students and school-related matters.

• Subject Knowledge: Have a general understanding of various subjects and grade levels to effectively support student learning.

• Problem Solving: Handle unexpected situations and behavioral issues with composure, implementing appropriate disciplinary measures as needed.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, & Personal Characteristics we are looking for:

We are looking for people who support our mission and values and want to join us in creating a nurturing, supportive, and caring environment for our students. We take great pride in how much our students love to be at our school and with our staff; a true desire to create an environment where our students are known and cared for is imperative for any candidate.

• English proficiency with excellent verbal and written communication skills (required)

  • Level B2 required, C1+ preferred (based on Common European Framework of References for Languages) or equivalent certification such as TOEFL or IETLS.

• Native (or near native/fluent) in the target teaching language as required (Spanish/French/Chinese) with excellent verbal and written communication skills (required)

• Knowledge of and proficiency in age and developmentally appropriate teaching methods (required)

• Technological and computer competency (Google Suite, database management, etc.)

• Ability to work well independently or as part of a team

• Ability to demonstrate analytical and problem solving skills and to exercise sound judgment

• Collaborative, team-oriented, globally- and open-minded, innovative, and compassionate

• Professionalism, punctuality, and reliability

• Commitment to learning about and implementing DEIB practices in the classroom and school community

• Lived experience in multicultural settings, including international work experience, and an appreciation and respect for all cultures

Physical Demands:

• Regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds

• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds

• While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee may occasionally be required to bend, stoop or kneel.

Location and Schedule:  This is a part-time, hourly, as needed position with limited benefits.  Expected work hours on working days are 7:45am-3:45pm, M-F; you may have to work outside of these hours periodically. This job does not have remote work flexibility. All employees must be based in Denver, CO.

Benefits (please see ISDenver benefits summary information for full time staff here):

• Substitute teachers qualify for 1 hour of sick leave for every 30 hours worked

• Free daily lunch when working

Salary Range: $18.50/hour.  $10/bonus bonus for 30 or more days worked in a school year, including on the first 30 days.

Interviews: Interviews may be conducted in person, by telephone or via video conferencing. Only applicants to be invited for an interview will be contacted; no phone calls or emails, please. ISDenver does not consider nor save information sent for non-posted positions. 

Notes: 

• Job descriptions are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the job.

• All employees are required to undergo, at minimum, a Colorado Department of Human Services required background check prior to employment.  Certain positions may require more extensive background checks.

• Racism, misogyny, classism, ableism, homophobia, and transphobia do not represent the values of ISDenver and will not be tolerated.

ISDenver celebrates diversity and values the strengths that come with having a diverse community. People of color, LGBTQIA+ candidates, and people from other historically marginalized communities are strongly encouraged to apply. ISDenver is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, physical or mental disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.