Career & Technical Education (CTE) Substitute
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Job Location:
Indianapolis, IN - USA
Hourly Salary:
USD 23 - 31
Posted on:
2 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
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About Skilled US:
Phalen Leadership Academies and Skilled US work together as a united community-rooted team to connect education to family-sustaining careers. Through PLAs K12 schools and Skilled USs brick-and-mortar adult education campus on the east side of Indianapolis we provide rigorous instruction industry-aligned training and holistic wraparound support so students and adult learners can start restart or advance meaningful careers. Together we are boldly student-first and relentlessly responsive to labor-market demand guided by shared values: Students First Respect Determination Continuous Improvement and Gratitude. We move with urgency partner deeply with employers and communities and measure success by the long-term outcomes of the scholars and families we serve.
Position Summary:
James and Rosemary Phalen Leadership Academy in partnership with Skilled US is seeking a dedicated and reliable Career & Technical Education (CTE) Substitute to support our career and technical education programs. This role ensures continuity of instruction in pathways such as Advanced Manufacturing Construction IT Education and other skilled trades.
This position is ideal for individuals who are committed to helping students explore hands-on career options and thrive in a safe structured career-focused learning environment.
Key Responsibilities
Classroom Instruction & Student Support
- Provide substitute coverage for CTE instructors during scheduled or unscheduled absences.
- Deliver lesson plans provided by lead instructors and maintain instructional continuity.
- Support hands-on lab activities in technical classrooms while enforcing safety protocols.
- Maintain an orderly classroom environment and promote positive student behavior.
- Assist with attendance transitions and overall student engagement.
Career & Technical Program Support
- Support proper use of tools equipment and materials in labs and workshops.
- Reinforce industry safety standards and Skilled US expectations.
- Assist with student skill development technical vocabulary and professionalism.
- Work collaboratively with Skilled US and school staff to meet program goals.
Administrative & Organizational Duties
- Accurately clock in/out and adhere to required time-tracking procedures.
- Communicate proactively with school leaders and Skilled US program staff regarding classroom needs.
- Complete required safety trainings and relevant CTE instructional compliance modules.
- High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree trade school credential or industry certification preferred.
- Indiana CTE State Teacher Permit or CTE Workplace Specialist license is a strong plus.
- Experience in a skilled trade technical field workforce development education or youth mentoring preferred.
- Ability to follow technical lesson plans and support hands-on instructional activities.
- Strong communication skills reliability professionalism and comfort working with diverse student groups.
- Commitment to maintaining a safe respectful and supportive learning environment.
Work Environment:
- This is an in-person role at our physical high school and career success center in Indianapolis.
Schedule & Compensation
- Part-time role: up to 32 hours per week during the school year
- Predictable weekly schedule aligned with school hours
- Optional summer hours available
- Hourly compensation based on experience and CTE credentials
About James and Rosemary Phalen Leadership Academy & Skilled US:
Phalen Leadership Academies (PLA) is dedicated to ensuring that every student regardless of background receives a high-quality equitable education. Skilled US partners with PLA to deliver industry-aligned career pathways that prepare students for employment and postsecondary success.
The CTE Substitute plays a vital role in ensuring students receive consistent high-quality support in their technical programs.
PLA is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race color sex religion sexual orientation national origin disability genetic information pregnancy or any other protected characteristics as outlined by federal state or local laws.
Please read carefully.
Phalen Leadership Academies (PLA) is an equal opportunity employer. PLA does not discriminate in employment on account of race color religion national origin citizenship status ancestry age sex (including sexual harassment) sexual orientation marital status physical or mental disability military status or unfavorable discharge from military service.
By completing this application you understand that neither the completion of this application nor any other part of my consideration for employment establishes any obligation for PLA to hire me. If hired I understand that either PLA or I can terminate my employment at any time and for any reason with or without cause and without prior notice. I understand that no representative of PLA has the authority to make any assurance to the contrary.
You attest by applying to this position that you have given PLA true and complete information on this application. No requested information has been concealed. I authorize PLA to contact references provided for employment reference checks. If any information I have provided is untrue or if I have concealed material information I understand that this will constitute cause for the denial of employment or immediate dismissal.
Required Experience:
Manager
Key Skills
- Experience Working With Students
- Early Childhood Education
- Classroom Management
- Classroom Experience
- Lesson Planning
- Preschool Experience
- Special Education
- Computer Literacy
- Teaching
- Cordova
- Experience with Children
- Toddler Care
About Company
Phalen Leadership Academies is a nonprofit turnaround school operator with a network of high-performing public schools located across the country. We are currently looking for dedicated and talented individuals to help our scholars fulfill their tremendous innate potential. If you ar ... View more
