Middle School Science and Social Studies Long-Term Substitute Teacher - The Academy of St. Matthias the Apostle - Lanham Maryland

Catholic Schools Office, Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Washington·Lanham, Maryland

Middle School Science and Social Studies Long-Term Substitute Teacher - The Academy of St. Matthias the Apostle - Lanham Maryland · $40,000 - $43,000/yr

How this role compares

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+18% vs. median posted salary for substitute teacher roles in Maryland ($34,000)

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About the role

Pay for this role is about 18% above the Maryland median for substitute teacher roles.

The teacher will contribute to the academic and social progress of middle school students by facilitating science and social studies lessons. They are responsible for maintaining a positive learning environment, ensuring student safety, and serving as a role model.

The Academy of St. Matthias the Apostle is hiring a Middle School Science and Social Studies Long-Term Substitute Teacher for the 2026-27 school year. This role will report to the Principal and the salary is $40,000 to $43,000. Please forward your resume and letter of interest to: principal@stmatthias.org

The Academy of St. Matthias the Apostle is a PK3–8 Catholic school serving a diverse community in Lanham, Maryland. Celebrating its 65th anniversary during the 2026–2027 school year, the Academy is committed to forming students spiritually, academically, socially, and emotionally. Our school motto is “Rooted in Faith; Growing in Excellence,” and our community is dedicated to providing a nurturing, faith-filled environment in which every student is known, supported, and challenged to grow.

Substitute Job Responsibilities include

Contributes to the acquisition of knowledge, development, and progress of students.
Displays knowledge in multiple subject areas and shows a desire to become proficient in all areas of the curriculum.
Maintains a positive attitude towards student learning, teaching methods, and personal/professional growth as a group.
Shows a strong belief in their own abilities and takes responsibility for their students' outcomes while advocating for them.
Efficiently operates within existing educational systems and has faith in their students' potential to succeed.
Facilitates problem-solving activities.
Serves as a role model for students.
Invests in the well-being, health, and safety of learners.
Demonstrates the ability to quickly learn and communicate various subjects, while following school procedures and protocols.

Additional Requirements

Understanding of appropriate teaching methods for students in the corresponding grade level
Willingness and ability to work with students of the specified age group who come from diverse backgrounds and have varying abilities, in order to help them achieve their educational objectives
Capability to organize tasks and manage time effectively in order to meet numerous and diverse deadlines; ability to handle both small and large groups of students in a classroom setting; and skill in effectively communicating with students, even on sensitive topics
Familiarity with assistive technologies, internet and email systems, as well as word processing, presentation, and spreadsheet software

Posting details

Employment type: Full Time
Work arrangement: On Site
Experience: 0-2 yrs
Salary: $40,000 - $43,000/yr
Location: Lanham, Maryland
Posted: Sep 1, 2026
Application: Employer website

Maryland substitute teacher market context

In Maryland, substitute teacher openings often reflect ongoing day-to-day coverage needs in elementary schools, so districts may move quickly when they find qualified candidates. This role is competitive because preferred qualifications include an Elementary Education degree, current MSDE certification, child development knowledge, and elementary classroom experience. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save research time, then confirm your certification status and highlight any recent elementary teaching or supervision experience in your application.