
Lower School Substitute Teaching Faculty
Reporting to: Director of ELC and Lower School
Department: Early Learning Center (ELC) and Lower School (LS)
Position type: Part-time, On-call
Location: Antilles School, 7280 Frenchman Bay, St. Thomas, VI 00802
Start Date: August 18, 2025
Antilles School is seeking dynamic and talented substitute teachers to join a committed team of educators in a collaborative environment that places a high value on educating the whole child. Ideal candidates are passionate and self-motivated professionals, prepared to teach and nurture young children and support a wide range of learning styles, abilities, and ages. An understanding of and a commitment to, a culturally and ethnically diverse population is essential.
Responsibilities include maintaining a child-friendly classroom and age-appropriate routines to teach the core subjects of Reading, Writing, Spelling, Grammar, Math, Science, and Social Studies using provided lesson plans. Character development and the social emotional development of each child are as equally important as their academic development. Collaboration with peers and a positive work ethic are expected. Substitute teachers need to be flexible and willing to help out as needed in other areas and classrooms.
Qualifications include:
- Bachelor's degree or higher, preferred
- Previous successful classroom experience, preferred
- Demonstrated command of child development and current best practices in elementary education
- Ability to partner and communicate effectively with faculty
- Collaborative professional nature
- Understanding of pedagogy and fostering intellectual growth
- Excellent communication skills
- Cultural competence
- Positive, detailed-oriented team player with the ability to be self-directed
- Technological literacy
Antilles School is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our community. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and school needs. Antilles School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected status under federal, state, or local laws.
Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process due to a disability may contact us to request assistance. Information received related to accommodation will be treated confidentially.
This job posting is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the position and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of duties, responsibilities, or qualifications. Antilles School reserves the right to modify job descriptions or job postings at any time, as business needs may dictate.