Teacher School Substitute (K5–8)

School Substitute Teacher (K58)

Location: Charter School

Milwaukee WI Education

Full Time: 10-month Contract

FLSA Status: Exempt/Salaried

Salary Range: $48713.28 To $63564.91

La Causa Inc. Charter School is committed to providing high-quality inclusive and engaging instruction that supports the academic and social-emotional growth of all students. We are seeking a dedicated and student-centered School Substitute (K58) Teacher to join our this role you will provide high-quality comprehensive and developmentally appropriate instruction while maintaining a positive safe and structured classroom environment that supports student success.

Were proud to be recognized as a Top Workplace for reflecting our commitment to creating a workplace where employees feel valued supported and appreciated.

When you join our team youll enjoy benefits and perks designed to support your personal and professional success including:

• Paid Time Off (PTO): Receive your annual PTO allotment upfront after completing 90 days of employment prorated based on your start date during your first year.
• Paid Birthday: Enjoy a paid day off for your birthday.
• Retirement Savings Plan: Participate in our retirement plan through Voya with an employer match to help support your financial future.
• Health and Wellness Benefits: Access medical dental and vision coverage to support your overall well-being.
• Tuition Reimbursement: Receive up to $1000 annually toward continued education and professional development.
• Employee Appreciation and Team Events: Enjoy a fun connected culture with activities like bake-offs potlucks and team celebrations.
• A Supportive Culture: Be part of a workplace where employees are recognized encouraged and given opportunities to grow.
• Join a company that invests in its people and has been recognized as a Top Workplace for .

As a School Substitute (K58) you will be responsible for planning organizing and implementing a high-quality comprehensive and developmentally appropriate instructional program for students in your assigned grade level. You will support continuity of instruction maintain a safe and positive classroom environment and ensure that students remain engaged in meaningful learning activities in the absence of their regular classroom teacher.

For bilingual positions you will provide instruction and support in both English and Spanish and utilize curriculum and assessments appropriate to the bilingual instructional setting.

• Assist in the development implementation and evaluation of program curriculum in accordance with policies and procedures established by the agency contractor State or other applicable entity.
• Administer multi-level assessments and evaluations as applicable to monolingual or bilingual instruction in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Follow all applicable legal organizational and contractual requirements laws policies and educational standards.
• Implement instructional activities appropriate to the assigned grade level and student needs.
• Develop and submit lesson plans as directed.
• Maintain a safe supportive and structured classroom environment that promotes student learning and well-being.
• Ensure student safety and respond appropriately to fire drills emergency situations and other safety procedures.
• Establish and maintain positive communication and cooperation with students families colleagues administrators and other stakeholders.
• Demonstrate cultural responsiveness and respect when working with students and families from diverse backgrounds.
• Fulfill mandated reporter responsibilities for suspected child abuse in accordance with current laws policies and procedures.
• Attend required meetings training sessions and professional development activities.
• Contribute as a collaborative and supportive team member.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

• Bachelors degree in a related field from an accredited college or university.
• Valid Wisconsin DPI teaching license in the applicable area or ability to obtain an emergency license within 30 days of hire. Candidate must apply for the license within two weeks of the date of hire.
• Minimum of one (1) year of experience working with families and/or classroom experience required.
• Bilingual Spanish and English highly desirable.
• Ability to demonstrate cultural intelligence and work respectfully with individuals and families from diverse cultural and economic backgrounds.
• Excellent critical-thinking and problem-solving skills including the ability to use logic and reasoning to identify strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions conclusions or approaches.
• Highly developed organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Knowledge and experience using Microsoft Office Suite.
• Must successfully complete and pass all required TB and drug testing physical examination and background checks.

Work is performed primarily in classroom and school environments.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. The role requires regular standing walking physical activity demonstration of physical education activities and supervision of students in indoor and outdoor environments. The position may also require the ability to participate in and demonstrate various physical activities and exercises appropriate for students in grades K58.

About La Causa Inc.

La Causa Inc. founded in 1972 is one of Wisconsins largest bilingual multicultural agencies. Our mission is to provide children youth and families with quality comprehensive services to nurture healthy family life and strengthen community stability. Through our Charter School and community programs we proudly serve the Milwaukee community.

Join Our Team!

Join La Causa Charter School and help create meaningful learning experiences for students in K48. Apply today and make a lasting impact by supporting students academic social-emotional and educational success