Substitute Teacher - Middle & Upper School

Do you dream of igniting a love of learning in young minds? Are you a passionate instructor who thrives in a collaborative environment? If so, Miami Country Day School could be your perfect fit! We are seeking a creative and collaborative substitute teacher to join our vibrant Middle & Upper School (Grades 6-12) community for the 2026-2027 school year. Here, you'll nurture a classroom environment that fosters curiosity, exploration, and a love for lifelong learning for all our Spartan students. If you're a passionate instructor who thrives in a collaborative environment, we encourage you to apply! Together, we can empower our students to become confident, compassionate leaders who make a positive impact on the world.

Miami Country Day School was founded in 1938 as a residential proprietary boarding school for boys through eighth grade and has evolved remarkably over the past 88 years. The School has become a coeducational, nonprofit, interdenominational school with approximately 1400 students in Pre-Kindergarten3 through grade 12 representing approximately 44 countries. The school emphasizes the education of the whole person through the core values of honor, respect, wisdom, purpose and compassion.

JOB SUMMARY:

In the absence of the regular classroom teacher, the Substitute Teacher helps students to learn subject matter and/or skills that are required for scheduled lessons and provides meaningful instruction for assigned classrooms.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & TASKS:

• Reports to division office at beginning of school day (7:45) to pick up required materials/schedule of classes and at the end of the school day to return materials.  Follows sign out procedures as prescribed by the Division personnel.
• Carries out a program of study prescribed in the lesson plans left by the classroom teacher.
• Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students.
• Guides the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and objectives as indicated in the lesson plans for the lessons, units, or projects assigned.
• Maintains a neat and orderly classroom.  Straightens chairs, tables, etc.
• Takes attendance in accordance with school procedures.
• Insures that the students are never left unattended in the classroom.
• May perform duties usually required of absent teacher such as lunch duty, recess duty, etc.
• Knows emergency evacuation routes for the classrooms assigned. 
• Knows procedures for referring students who are disciplinary problems.
• Knows school procedures and regulations.  • Performs other related duties as directed by Division personnel.
• Adheres to established Miami Country Day School policies described in the MCDS Employee Handbook. 

SCHEDULE:

School hours are Monday–Friday, 7:45 AM–3:20 PM

PAY RATE: 

• Half Day: $75 
• Full Day: $135
   

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Bachelors Degree or experience and skill in specific, relevant field of study that applies to the classroom.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; professional manner with all school personnel and students. 
• Demonstrate functional knowledge of computers and all aspects of the Microsoft  Office Professional software programs.  
• Ability to work independently, meet deadlines and accomplish specific tasks as  requested.  
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships as necessitated  by work assignment.  
• Ability to maintain order and discipline in a classroom.  
• Ability to constantly monitor the safety and well-being of students.  
• Ability to respond at a moment’s notice in an emergency following school procedures in order to protect the safety of students
• Physical ability (able to exert up to 20 pounds of force occasionally) and dexterity to perform the duties and responsibilities of the objectives in the lesson.
• Duties require extended periods of time standing, walking, sitting, talking and hearing.
• Work environment may be in temperature-controlled room and outside in extreme heat and/or cold.
• Demonstrate an understanding of the needs of diverse constituencies within the school community and the skills and attitude to deliver an exemplary experience equitably to all students. 
• Work in a fast-paced, stressful environment dealing with a wide variety of challenges, deadlines, and a varied and diverse array of contacts.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize work.
• May work long hours for extended periods of time.  
• Be able to 30 pounds.  
• Work in varied and changing weather conditions, including extreme heat. 

Salary : $75 - $135