2026 Long Term Substitute- Upper School Science
Nashville, IN - USA
Job Summary
Summary
Franklin Road Academy seeks a long-term substitute for an Upper School Science teacher. The term will last from August 6 2026 through December 18 2026. Candidates should have experience teaching Advanced Placement courses and experience with teaching physics. Candidates should desire to be a part of a collaborative faculty that resonates with FRAs mission to develop leaders of integrity in an inclusive Christian community. This position requires close coordination with other grade-level teachers. The department will meet regularly to share best practices and ensure a collegial atmosphere of growth and development. Candidates for this position should have a passion for science and have a desire to grow as instructors and mentors of students. All teachers at FRA are advisors of groups of 8-10 students that meet 4 times per week. Teachers are encouraged to integrate themselves into the school community.
Essential Functions
The tasks duties and responsibilities of this job include but are not limited to:
- Follow and modify (as needed) pre-planned curriculum to meet the needs of the class through the creation of assessments of various types
- Serve as advisor for a group of 8-10 students
- Meet regularly with their department to ensure streamlined curricula expectations and best-practice pedagogy
- Performs general teaching tasks such as tracking attendance assigning homework grading assignments giving feedback and communicating effectively with students at all skill levels
- Maintains regularly scheduled office hours and other faculty responsibilities
Qualifications
Education/Experience
- Bachelors Degree in subject area or related field
- Experience in teaching upper school students
- Experience with current software current hardware and computer applications
Skills Abilities and Attributes
- Demonstrates a passion for and expertise in teaching
- Eagerness to research and learn new technologies and bring them into the classroom
- Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Collaborative personality
Physical Requirements
In compliance with ADA requirements we will make reasonable accommodations for the known disability of an otherwise qualified applicant.
Additional Responsibilities
The statements in this job description are intended to represent the key duties essential nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be all responsibilities or qualifications of the job.
All employees are expected to support the mission of Franklin Road Academy and contribute to the overall life of the school.
As part of the hiring process all candidates will be required to undergo a pre-employment background check which may include criminal history employment and education verification and a drug screening in accordance with applicable laws. A positive drug test or any disqualifying information on the background check may result in withdrawal of a job offer.
Key Skills
About Company
Franklin Road Academy is a private school in Nashville, TN. Learn how we provide an inclusive Christian community for our students of all grade levels.