Elementary Substitute Teacher & Academic Tutor

Substitute Teacher / Tutor (Elementary Education)

Department: Education
Reports To: Superintendent of Education
Status: Full-Time, Exempt

Position Summary

Mooseheart Child City & School is seeking a caring, flexible, and student-centered Substitute Teacher / Tutor to support the academic success of elementary-aged students. This position provides classroom coverage when teachers are absent while also offering individualized and small-group academic support throughout the school year.

We are looking for someone with experience in elementary education, substitute teaching, tutoring, academic intervention, or similar educational settings who enjoys building positive relationships with students and helping them achieve academic success. The ideal candidate is adaptable, organized, and committed to creating a structured, supportive learning environment that reflects the Mooseheart Model of Care.

Essential Responsibilities

• Provide classroom instruction by implementing teacher lesson plans and approved curriculum during staff absences.
• Maintain a safe, structured, and engaging learning environment that promotes student success.
• Provide one-on-one and small-group tutoring to reinforce classroom instruction and support students with academic challenges.
• Adapt instructional strategies to meet the individual learning needs of students.
• Monitor student progress and communicate observations to classroom teachers and school administration.
• Support positive student behavior using Mooseheart's behavior management model.
• Model professionalism, respect, and appropriate social behavior for students.
• Collaborate with teachers and school staff to ensure continuity of instruction and student support.
• Participate in professional development and staff meetings as assigned.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding students, families, and staff.
• Perform other duties or special projects as assigned by the Superintendent of Education, Assistant Principal, or Executive Director of Mooseheart Operations.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Education or a related field.
• Valid Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) or ability to obtain appropriate Illinois licensure.
• Minimum age of 21.
• Strong classroom management, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to adapt quickly to different classroom environments and student needs.

Preferred

• Experience teaching at the elementary level.
• Previous substitute teaching, tutoring, intervention, or instructional support experience.
• Experience working with children from diverse backgrounds and varying academic abilities.
• Knowledge of positive behavior management strategies.

Must successfully complete all pre-employment requirements, including a comprehensive background investigation and DCFS fingerprint clearance.

Compensation & Benefits

Starting Salary: $35,000 annually (based on the Mooseheart Teacher Salary Schedule)

Benefits begin the first of the month following hire and include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with employer matching
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Retirement plan
• Paid professional development opportunities

Schedule

• Full-time
• Monday-Friday
• 8-hour daytime shifts