What are the responsibilities and job description for the Long Term Substitute - Mathematics position at Bishop McNamara High School?
Description
Bishop McNamara High School is a private, Catholic co-educational high school in the Holy Cross tradition, offering its students a challenging college preparatory curriculum and a complete range of athletics and activities. The school is located in Forestville, Maryland, about 10 minutes from Washington, D.C.
JOB SUMMARY:
Bishop McNamara High School has an opening to join the Mathematics department as a long-term substitute teacher, from August 2026 to January 2027, teaching Precalculus and Statistics. You will be supported by a collaborative and experienced team of educators.
We are a team committed to helping students speak the universal language of mathematics. Our courses reflect the wide and exciting variety of students we attract. Because mathematics is about more than numbers and formulas, we challenge our students every day to not only solve abstract problems, but also apply their skills to real situations. Through daily tutoring by our team, with support from Mu Alpha Theta honors society students, we offer individualized assistance and inspire keen interest, scholarship, and enjoyment in mathematics.
Requirements
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Developing lesson plans in the relevant subject area and grade, and ensuring all lessons align with curriculum objectives.
- Drawing up classroom procedures and safety regulations and ensuring all students understand them.
- Using a range of teaching materials and methods to advance student learning.
- Providing additional support and interventions for students as needed, based on their readiness and learning profile.
- Preparing students for tests, exams, presentations, experiments, and other assessments.
- Grading assessments and providing feedback and reports to students and parents.
- Attending staff and parent meetings to provide helpful recommendations or voice concerns.
- Establishing rapport and professional relationships with students, staff, and parents.
- Supervising students in class, during events, and on field trips.
- Monitoring students’ overall wellbeing and liaising with school counselors and other staff members when there are concerns or issues.
- Attending ongoing learning initiatives like workshops, lectures, conferences, and other events where you are able to expand education networks.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
None
Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in science, mathematics, engineering, education, or related fields
- Commitment to development of the whole student, including well-being and character, in alignment with the Holy Cross tradition of education
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience teaching in a high school, with demonstrated expertise in differentiated instruction
- Experience using technology to extend and enhance learning in a 1:1 BYOD environment
Mission Alignment
The Long Term Substitute Teacher must support and embrace the mission of Bishop McNamara High School, demonstrating a commitment to faith, service, and educational excellence in all aspects of their work.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Duties are normally performed in a school/classroom/office environment. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Location/Travel
While Bishop McNamara High School is located in Forestville, MD, you may live anywhere in the surrounding region, but be willing to make any commute to the school.
Disability Specifications
Bishop McNamara High School will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.