Substitute Teacher
District: Solomon Schechter Day School
City, State Zip: St. Louis, MO 63141
Telephone: 314-576-6177
Email: aselis@ssdsstl.org
Position: Substitute Teacher
Subject Area: Special Education
Beginning: Oct 26, 2009
Deadline: Nov 07, 2009**
Certificate: Special Needs
Certificate: Elementary Education

Job Description:
Position available immediately:

The Solomon Schechter Day School of Saint Louis seeks a substitute teacher to work between half and two-thirds in an open ended capacity for a teacher out on medical leave.

Requirements: Extremely organized, flexible, good written and verbal communication skills, Special Education credential and a proven track record of supporting children with special needs ranging from mild organizational issues to moderate dyslexia, attentional or processing challenges.

Duties may include but are not limited to:
-Provide direct services as needed to special needs students in K-8 in small groups or
1 on 1
-Review and send weekly snapshots of progress for each student to parents
-Be available for special needs families on an as needed basis via phone and e mail
-Keep close contact with classroom teachers and provide supportive services to teachers.

The Solomon Schechter Day School is an independent school serving 140 children in grades K-8. The school sets high standards of academic attainment, and embraces a philosophy of full inclusion for students with mild special needs.

This position reports to the Director of Studies. To apply, please send a CV and cover letter to BOTH dgarbow@ssdsstl.org AND aselis@ssdsstl.org, listing "Special Needs" in the subject line. This position will remain listed until filled.

** District reserves the right to close any Job Posting when a suitable applicant has been found before the deadline date.