Our MissionIntelligence plus character that is the goal of true education.-Martin Luther King high expectations a structured academic environment and positive character development Martin Luther King Jr. Charter School of Excellence ensures that every student in kindergarten through grade 5 is equipped to think critically communicate clearly and are empowered with a strong ethical foundation to be set on the path for success in college career and life. The school incorporates Dr. Kings commitment to the highest standards in scholarship civic participation and the ideal of the beloved We AreMartin Luther King Jr. Charter School of Excellence (MLKCSE) is a free public charter school offering a high-quality academic program and positive character building to 360 students in Kindergarten through Grade 5 in Springfield MA. To learn more about MLKCSE please visit our website at: DescriptionBuilding based substitute teachers who flourish at MLKCSE are flexible organized and have strong classroom management skills. Building based substitute teachers are committed to developing meaningful and positive relationships with their students and families. A MLKCSE building based substitute teacher has a strong work ethic is dependable and is a team player. A MLKCSE building based substitute teacher is a learner and who proactively collaborates with colleagues to support our students better and building based per diem substitute teachers report as needed and are not full time employees. They implement the substitute plans and follow the teachers regular schedule for the school wide systems such as beginning of class routines utilizing our point system and additional academic initiatives implemented at the school accurate and transparent records of student work for the classroom clearly effectively and professionally with students families and subject and/or grade level field trips as consistent and high academic and behavioral in required grade-level activities meetings professional development and school-wide meet our school expectations for professionalism and fulfill required responsibilities in a timely and professional other duties as assignedReports to the PrincipalRequirementsAssociates Degree or higher and minimum 1 year of related experience preferably in an urban settingBelief that every student regardless of background can and must achieve academically at high levelsShared dedication to MLKCSEs mission and organizational valuesExcellent organizational skills written and verbal communication skills people skills and the willingness to be a team playerDemonstrated cultural competence and sensitivity; belief in the value of diversity equity and inclusionRelate authentically and professionally with students parents and colleaguesEqual Opportunity EmployerMLKCSE is committed to ensuring that all of its programs and facilities are accessible to all members of the public and free from discrimination on the basis of race color religion national origin pregnancy gender identity sexual orientation marital/civil union status ancestry place of birth age citizenship status veteran status political affiliation genetic information or disability as defined and required by state and federal laws.