Substitute Teachers and Para-Professionals Position Available In Chittenden, Vermont

Substitute Teachers and Para-Professionals 3.3 3.3 out of 5 stars Shelburne, VT 05482 POSITION

OBJECTIVES

To enable each child to pursue his/her education as smoothly and completely as possible in the absence of the regular teacher or paraeducator.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Reports to the building principal or designee upon arrival at the school building. Reviews with the principal or designee all plans and schedules to be followed during the teaching day. Maintains as fully as possible the established routines and procedures of the school and classroom to which assigned. Teaches the lesson outlined and described in the Substitute Folder as prepared by the absent teacher. Consults as appropriate, with the building principal, department head, or team leader before initiating any teaching or other procedures not specified in the Substitute Teacher’s Folder. Assumes responsibility for overseeing pupil behavior in class and during lunch and recess periods. Reports in writing, on the form provided in the Substitute Folder or in Aesop, on the day’s activities at the conclusion of each teaching day/period/block. Follows all policies, rules, and procedures to which regular teachers are subject and which good teaching practice dictates. Perform other duties as assigned when not assigned to a classroom. These duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Assisting in the classroom, library/learning center, media/computer lab, or other instructional setting Supervising students in the lunchroom or during recess (if applicable) Covering a study hall Providing basic clerical duties Monitoring students in the hallways/lobby in popular student “hang-out” areas Providing academic support to students Substituting in another classroom Covering lunch/work breaks for paraeducators in the building Photocopying in the teacher’s room Providing coverage in another classroom or for a paraeducator in the building in event other absences were unable to be filled

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Reports to the school principal or designee.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily, in addition to the following: Training. An individual must complete the CSSU Substitute Orientation Training. Language Skills. Ability to read and interpret documents such as lesson plans, safety rules, operating instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of students. Ability to speak effectively before the school principal and other employees of organization. Computer Skills and Experience. Knowledge and experience with Word Processing programs and databases desirable. Reasoning Ability/Mental Requirements. Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Communication & Interpersonal Skills. Great written and oral communication skills. Ability to communicate courteously, effectively, and respectfully with a variety of individuals, including students, faculty, administrators, parents, and representatives of outside organizations. Ability to work cooperatively and effectively with students, peers, supervisors, parents, and outside agencies. Satisfactory Criminal Background and Reference Checks Other Skills and Requirements. Effectively able to manage student behaviors. Ability to effectively follow the lesson plans of the teacher. Willingness and ability to be flexibly assigned/reassigned based on school needs. Able to handle stress and resolve conflicts. Reliable attendance at work. Able to maintain confidentiality of student incidences and records.