Elementary School: Long Term Substitute (Silver Spring)

The Siena School is seeking a long-term substitute in our elementary program who is passionate about teaching and our mission of serving bright children with dyslexia and similar language-based learning differences. There is an immediate need in our 5th grade homeroom and a future need in our 4th grade homeroom. Temporary duties include the planning, assessment, instruction, communication, human relations, safety, and management of a classroom of 10 or fewer students. Our homeroom teachers are responsible for instruction in math, novel study (reading comprehension), and writing. They also lead community building in daily morning meeting. There is support in the role from experienced Siena teachers.

The Siena School is one of the nation’s leading independent schools serving bright, college-bound students with mild to moderate language-based learning differences, such as dyslexia (www.thesienaschool.org). At The Siena School, teachers encourage students' creative expression, incorporate student interest and passions, and develop critical thinking by creating a vibrant, student-centered environment that supports the learning and personal growth of each student. Siena faculty and staff work collaboratively with students, parents and professionals to create a nurturing but rigorous learning environment. We know our children well and engage them on a daily basis in exciting, intellectual dialogue. Through individualized, multisensory instruction, students develop critical thinking skills and acquire the tools and strategies needed to become successful and independent learners.  A positive learning experience inspires our students to have confidence in themselves and their abilities.

Siena teachers work with students in small classes of 10:1 and address individual needs through both small-group and individualized instruction. They are skillful in establishing a strong relationship with students and creating learning opportunities that motivate and inspire students to develop all aspects of their learning needs.

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to jobs@thesienaschool.org. No phone inquiries please.

Qualifications: Applicants must have completed a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university. Teaching experience and a demonstrated interest in students with language based learning differences preferred.  

Salary information: This role is compensated at $30 per hour.