Long Term Substitute , 5th Grade Position Available In Forsyth, North Carolina

Long Term Substitute , 5th

Grade The Summit School Inc Winston-Salem, NC Job Details Full-time Estimated:

$25.4K – $33.5K a year 11 hours ago Benefits Parental leave Qualifications Teaching math English Education Bachelor’s degree Communication skills Teaching Entry level Full Job Description Long Term Substitute – 5th Grade Lead Teacher (Full-time, 7:45 to 4pm, Monday through Friday)

Period:

mid-September 2025 to January 2026 Are you passionate about helping young people learn and thrive? Are you interested in joining a collaborative team of educators who believe that the defining features of our daily work are serving the needs of our students, their families, our colleagues and the school community? Summit School is seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated elementary teacher who is interested in substituting for one of our faculty who is taking maternity leave.

Position Overview:

We are looking to appoint a long-term substitute teacher as a 5th Grade Lead Teacher for the period between September 2025 and January 2026. As a lead teacher the successful applicant will have day-to-day responsibility for one of our three 5th Grade classes. Our Fifth Grade program is modular and this position is for teaching mathematics. In addition, the substitute will be responsible for the general welling and development of the class group of students, and some teaching of Social Studies and Science to their class. The substitute will be joining a well-established program. There is time every day for collaborative planning and we would support the substitute in spending time with the class before the maternity leave begins to become familiar with our school culture, community and systems.

What Sets Us Apart:

At Summit School, we are committed to creating a learning environment where everybody feels that they belong. As educators, we recognize that we play a crucial role in shaping the next generation of engaged citizens, creative thinkers and problem solvers. We know that confidence and competence go hand-in-hand. We believe that learning is a journey that should be joyful and that curiosity is essential to true learning. We also know that the most significant variable in our students’ experience is the quality of their teachers. Our faculty are continually developing as professionals, and Summit School has a longstanding tradition of providing significant and varied professional development opportunities in addition to working with a faculty committed to the school’s mission and our students. The successful candidate will join a community that values not just academic achievement but also the development of essential life skills.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Education or a related field. Demonstrated proficiency with a variety of pedagogical approaches, including technology to enhance and extend learning. A demonstrated ability in teaching mathematics and a passion for the subject is an advantage. Experience in developing and delivering engaging and interactive lessons. Strong communication skills. Physical Requirements Must be able to access and navigate all areas of the school and other facilities as needed Regularly required to walk, including across uneven ground, talk, hear, reach with hands and arms Must be able to lift and/or move up to 15 pounds How to

Apply:

Please submit your resume and cover letter through the application system here. Summit School is an equal opportunity employer and encourages candidates from all backgrounds to apply. Applications will be reviewed as they are submitted. Excellent ability in written and spoken English. Flexibility and adaptability.