Long-Term Substitute Teacher - Middle School Science chez AVERY COONLEY SCHOOL

Description

The Avery Coonley School is seeking a long-term substitute teacher for 5th & 6th Grade Science, to begin

in late February 2026 and continue through the end of the 2025–2026 school year. Candidates should have

experience teaching middle school students, strong classroom management skills, and the ability to adapt

instruction to meet the needs of high-achieving learners. The ideal candidate should have extensive

experience fostering critical inquiry through project- and problem-based learning. This is a part- time

position.

Responsibilities

• Deliver daily instruction in 5th and 6th grade science.
• Collaborate with existing math and science faculty to ensure continuity of instruction.
• Prepare materials and activities aligned with lesson objectives and student needs.
• Foster a classroom environment that supports critical thinking, problem-solving, and inquiry-based learning.
• Maintain accurate records of student progress, assessments, and attendance.
• Communicate effectively with students, colleagues, and parents/guardians.
• Participate in departmental and division meetings.
• Uphold and model the school’s mission and values in all interactions.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in education or a related field required; master’s preferred.
• Experience with project-based learning and inquiry-driven instruction.
• Familiarity with makerspace tools and technology such as 3D printers, laser cutters, and design software is a plus.
• Strong communication and classroom management skills.
• A collaborative, growth-minded, and flexible educator.
• Demonstrated ability to engage middle school learners effectively and compassionately.
• Commitment to continuous professional growth and reflective practice.

About The Avery Coonley School

Located in the western suburbs of Chicago and serving 320 children from 40 communities in grades PreK to 8, The

Avery Coonley School (ACS) welcomes highly motivated, high-ability learners who eagerly seek new challenges.

Gifted and high-achieving students flourish in a unique and collaborative culture where the drive to learn transcends

all other differences. Founded in 1906, ACS enjoys a storied place in the history of gifted and progressive education

for younger students in Chicago and across the nation. Learning spaces brim with energy, project-based learning, and

individual exploration. On the historic 13-acre campus, which is adjacent to a forest preserve, members of the Avery

Coonley community thrive in a learning environment that allows for flexibility, creativity, and innovation.