Long Term Sub - Upper School AP English Teacher

Minnehaha Academy is a Christian school and a ministry of the Northwest Conference of the Evangelical Covenant Church. Our mission is to provide a high quality education integrating the Christian faith and learning.Role OverviewThis is a Long-term Substitute Teacher opening to teach AP English, beginning March 30 through the end of the school year, June 1 or November 2, 2026Interested candidates may have the option to take the summer off and resume this Substitute Teacher role in the fall between the dates of August 17 through November 2, with the possibility of another extension through December 18 if needed.Minnehaha Academy Upper School is located along West River Parkway in Minneapolis right along the Mississippi River in a new and modern school building with upscale amenities and a beautiful campus, inside and out.Candidates must be able to practice and model Christian values.Role LogisticsSchool day schedule: 8:00 am - 4:00 pm Monday - FridayAttends professional development days for Upper School FacultyPay to match credential levels (degree and experience level), Pay range: $175-240 per day, based on qualificationsNot benefit eligibleOff on no-school daysSummer off, dates: June 2 - August 16, 2026Reports to the Upper School PrincipalSupported by the principal and the English Department Chair and colleaguesLesson plans providedAbility to apply engaging learning methods to meet students where they are at in their learning (with awareness of creating a smooth transition for students)Instruction ExpectationsPartner with our dedicated English department and parents to provide a seamless transition, ensuring student progress remains steady and communication stays clear.Foster a classroom environment where every voice is heard and critical thinking is the norm.Act as a mentor for student writing, offering thoughtful, personalized critiques on essays to help students refine their unique "voice" and analytical skills.Go beyond the syllabus by supporting students' emotional and academic well-being, maintaining the supportive culture of our private school community.Ensure all students with specific learning needs are appropriately supported and challengedDevelop engaging projects and prompts that challenge students to connect literary themes to the modern world, making the material feel relevant and alive.Implement effective monitoring and evaluation practices of student progress and academic standardsKeep the learning organized and accessible by effectively using our campus technologyEffectively utilize technology to enhance the learning experience.Maintain a quality learning environment by implementing effective classroom management and promoting student responsibility for learning.Maintain a stimulating physical environment that supports and encourages learning.Act as the first point of referral for classroom discipline.QualificationsPrevious experience teaching Upper School EnglishState Licensure for 5-12 or 7-12 Language Arts preferableAbility to integrate the Christian faith to learning and lifeInquiriesFor more information prior to applying, please contact Kate Howard at 612-728-7783 or howardkate@minnehahaacademy.net.You can learn more about Minnehaha Academy and apply on-line by visiting our web site at www.minnehahaacademy.net and, if interested, please attach a resume to the application as indicated.