Long Term Sub

Job Posting: Long-Term Substitute Teacher (ExcelPrep Schools)

Location: Champaign IL
Employment Type: Long-Term Substitute (Full-Time)
Schedule: MonFri during school hours
Compensation: $25

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About ExcelPrep Schools:

ExcelPrep Schools is a mission-driven private education organization serving neurodiverse children through structured research-based instruction and purposeful programming. Our mission is simple and unwavering: to prioritize the academic and social success of neurodiverse learners. We are committed to delivering high-quality academic and therapeutic programming through a professional agile approach that supports meaningful learning outcomes.

Our Programs:

ExcelPrep provides two distinct programs designed to meet the needs of diverse learners:

• PreK8 Academic Program:Grounded in Direct Instruction and Precision Teaching instruction focuses on core academic skillsreading writing and mathematicsthrough explicit systematic teaching that emphasizes mastery fluency and generalization.
• Clinical ABA Program (Ages 313): A cognition- and linguistics-based ABA program focused on building cognitive skills and supporting social behavior learning within a structured instructional environment. Instruction is individualized data-driven and directed toward foundational skill development that promotes learning communication and independence.

Instructional Pillars (Across Programs)

Across both programs ExcelPrep centers the following core practices:

• Direct Instruction and evidence-based instructional design
• Precision Teaching and data-based decision-making
• Instruction grounded in behavior science research
• Occupational Therapy delivered as a prioritized therapy alongside ABA to support sensory-motor development

Job Summary

ExcelPrep Schools is seeking a Long-Term Substitute Teacher to provide consistent instruction and classroom leadership for an extended period. This role is critical to maintaining continuity for students and supporting academic progress and skill development during the absence of a regular teaching staff member.

The ideal candidate is reliable professional and committed to high standards of learning. The candidate will follow established lesson structures support classroom expectations and reinforce a positive structured environment aligned with ExcelPreps mission and instructional approach.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver daily instruction aligned to existing curriculum and lesson plans
  
• Maintain a structured supportive and predictable classroom environment
  
• Implement classroom routines and behavioral expectations consistently
  
• Support student learning through individualized supports as directed
  
• Grade and record assignments and assessment results in accordance with program needs
  
• Track student progress and communicate updates to appropriate staff members
  
• Participate in school meetings and required professional activities
  
• Maintain respectful professional communication with students families and staff
  
• Follow all confidentiality and compliance requirements

Required Qualifications

• Bachelors degree (preferred)
  
• Teaching certification (preferred) or relevant classroom teaching experience (required for consideration)
  
• Demonstrated ability to manage a classroom effectively
• Ability to follow established curriculum and instructional practices
  
• Comfort working with students who benefit from structured data-informed instruction
  
• Ability to use standard classroom tools/technology (e.g. Chromebooks instructional platforms data systems)
  
• Commitment to confidentiality professionalism and compliance with school policies

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in substitute teaching long-term substitution or classroom instruction
  
• Familiarity with Direct Instruction Precision Teaching or data-based instructional practices
  
• Experience supporting neurodiverse learners
  
• Experience with behavior support strategies consistent with ABA principles
  
• Experience in academic intervention tutoring or skill-based learning environments

Compensation & Benefits

Compensation: Starting at $25/HR
Schedule: Full-time during school hours (MonFri)
Benefits: Full comprehensive packet of medical dental vision and life insurance
Support: Orientation access to curriculum resources and ongoing support from school leadership

How to Apply

Please submit:
- Resume
- Cover letter (optional)
- Copies of relevant certifications/credentials (if applicable)
- Contact information for professional references

Email:

Equal Opportunity Employer

ExcelPrep Schools is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age disability or veteran status.