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Job Description

Campus School of Smith College

Elementary School K- 6

PRIMARY FUNCTION(S): In the absence of the regular classroom teacher, provides meaningful instruction in order to help students learn subject matter and/or skills for scheduled lessons. Maintains a class environment favorable to learning and personal growth. Establishes effective rapport with students and manages classroom effectively.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Classroom: Implements the instructional plans left by the classroom teacher. Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning. Guides the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and objectives. Maintains a neat and orderly classroom. Records notes/observations for classroom teacher.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Experience: Bachelor’s Degree required. Teacher licensure preferred.

Compensation: The daily rate for substitute teacher is $130.

Position Type

Fixed Term

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About Smith College

Located in Northampton, MA, Smith College is one of the largest women’s colleges in the country and is dedicated to excellence in teaching and research across the liberal arts. A faculty of outstanding scholars interact with students in small classes, as advisors, and through student-faculty research projects. The College is a member of the Five College Consortium with Amherst, Hampshire and Mt. Holyoke Colleges, and the University of Massachusetts Amherst. Students cross-enroll and faculty cross-teach across the Five Colleges.

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Massachusetts General Law, Chapter 151B, it is the policy of Smith College to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including the application process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact our recruiting team at recruiting-u@smith.edu.

As set forth in our mission and values, Smith College is committed to promoting a culture of equity and inclusion among students, staff and faculty. The College will not discriminate in employment on the basis of age, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, genetic information, age, veteran status, physical or mental disability, or any other classification protected by law. Smith College is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all state and federal laws that prohibit discrimination.