Guest Teacher (Substitute) in Fort Collins, Colorado at Rivendell School

Rivendell School is seeking talented Guest Teachers (substitutes) to join our community. If you are a remarkable teacher looking for a rare school environment, you belong with us at Rivendell!

At Rivendell, we believe every child and every team member is unique. We take an individualized approach to education which focuses on the progress of each child rather than on the class average. We are a long-standing, independent, tuition funded elementary and preschool, in Fort Collins, Colorado.

Our diverse and inclusive environment is a big part of what makes the Rivendell experience so unique and enriching. At Rivendell School, we prioritize creating an environment where every individual feels valued and respected. We recognize the importance of embracing diversity and engaging with multiple perspectives. Our focus is on building cultural bridges and empowering our students to develop their heads, hearts, and hands. We believe in co-responsibility, where each member of our community plays a vital role in fostering a welcoming and supportive atmosphere for all.

Rivendell offers:

• Full day $150/day or partial day $75/day
• Paid Time Off (accrual varies according to hours worked)
• Additional compensation for extended care, enrichment camp, summer camp and stipend-based opportunities

About the role

The Guest Teacher position provides teaching support across the school in a variety of capacities which may include stepping in as a Core Teacher or Specials Teacher in the absence of regular faculty. The primary responsibility will be to facilitate student needs in classroom where teachers are absent. This role is dynamic, depending on the coverage required from the school on any given day.

• Create learning experiences that infuse creativity, inquiry, and content mastery.
• Meet the physical, emotional, intellectual, emotional and social needs of the children; providing daily opportunities for growth in the program.
• Instruct students in large, small, and one-on-one settings.
• Provide a safe and secure environment for children; ensure children are supervised at all times. Monitor students during breaks, lunch, recess, parking lot, etc.

What we are looking for

We are looking for YOUR unique combination of experiences, talents and gifts. If you do not possess all of the outlined criteria for the position, we encourage you to apply anyway. We value a holistic perspective on what each candidate could bring to the community!

• Ability to apply appropriate child development theories and best practice methods in the classroom to meet individual students needs both socially and academically.
• Ability to create clear and consistent classroom expectations that support students in being able to work independently and with other students.
• Clearly and effectively communicate in a manner that children understand.
• Demonstrates passion in work with children as evidenced by Instructor's enthusiasm, attitude, curiosity and perseverance.
• Teaching experience with children pre-school through 5th grade
• Post-secondary education and/or licensure may be required (preferably Colorado Teacher Licensure, Bachelors Early Childhood Education) - we encourage you to apply even if you do not have these credentials!

Other Functions

Assist in other capacities as determined by Rivendell leadership.

Working Conditions

Hours - will vary according to specified position

Position requires speaking, listening, moving oneself about the campus maneuvering uneven surfaces for up to 8 hours or more per day. Frequently required to stand, walk, use hands and fingers, reach, stoop, kneel, and crouch. Frequently lift and/or move up to 15 pounds; occasionally lift up to 25 pounds.

Required:

Employment is conditional upon a background check report in compliance with school requirements; reporting may include employee’s credentials, employment history, criminal convictions or other requirements by law.