Find & Apply For Substitute Teacher Jobs in Reno, Nevada

Who we are and why there is an opportunity: JAG Nevada is a 501c3 non-profit organization that changes the lives of youth through education. We guide promising young Nevadans to brighter career pathways. Nevada high school students struggle to graduate and find a pathway to a better life. Many drop out because they face seemingly insurmountable obstacles created by poverty, traumatic childhood experiences and systematic apathy. Today's student do not lack intelligence, talent, or desire but find it difficult to flourish without caring people and structured support systems that embrace them in community care. This is where JAG comes in.

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Program Manager Rate:

$110 to $200 per-diem. Rate will vary based on school location and length of assignment.

Pay:

Per Diem, W2

Job Type:

Part-time, on call

JOB DESCRIPTION

The substitute teacher (per-diem) will provide an atmosphere and environment conducive to the intellectual, physical, social and emotional development of individuals to ensure success for every student. Instructs students deemed to have a high degree of difficulty moving into the next grade level, achieving graduation, and/or making a successful transition from school to a career with advancement opportunities. Supports the delivery of the J4NG competencies to 45-60 high school students targeting 9, 10, 11 and 12 grade.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Works under the general supervision of the Program Manager, Specialist or school principal or his/her/their designee with some latitude for the exercise of independent judgement; work is reviewed usually upon completion for conformance to established policies, rules regulations and procedures. Requirements (Please do not apply if you do not meet the following requirements)

EDUCATION TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

• A bachelor's degree or associate degree.
• Current Nevada substitute teacher license

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS STANDARDS

• Must have the knowledge and skills to build positive relationships with students from diverse populations.
• Commitment to the mission and vision of JAG Nevada and the relevance of job functions to that mission and vision.
• Completion of the new hire compliance training prior to your first day of employment
• Demonstrated proficiency with PC-based computer applications, Microsoft Office applications, email, Web applications, and industry-specific technology.
• Commit to work part-time as part of our substitute pool.
• Selected candidates will be required to pass a pre-employment criminal history background check.

Selected candidates will not begin work until passing their background check.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Administers appropriate curriculum provided by JAG to ensure students achieve JAG competencies through classroom instruction; teaches through a variety of methods including lecture, hands-on activities, and team teaching; tailors the program and teaching methods for the needs of each specific student and implements an intervention strategy for each individual.
• Administers testing programs including pre-/post-tests and career interest surveys, and document results in the data management system JAGForce.
• Provides academic support and remediation including access to tutoring, study skills, credit recovery to show gains as students' progress towards graduation.
• Serves as a student advocate when collaborating with school staff in developing intervention plans for struggling students and assists in implementing/referring interventions, as appropriate.
• Ensures positive perceptions of the JAG Nevada program within schools by developing and maintaining positive, effective working relationships with students, families, principals, and school personnel including teachers, administrators, and members of the Advisory Committee.
• Builds appreciation for teamwork, sense of belonging, and commitment to community service among JAG Nevada students.
• Provides opportunities for student activity and engagement throughout the summer, documenting activities in JAGForce.
• Assists students in finding and maintaining quality employment and/or post-secondary educational programs upon graduation.
• May connect the full cohort of students to and/or organize and lead career exploration activities to higher education institutions, business and industry, and other community-based activities and events.
• Must attend training as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS JAG

Nevada is committed to principles of equal opportunities for all employees. The Company will provide reasonable accommodations necessary to comply with State and Federal disability discrimination laws.

• Ability to sit, use hands and fingers, talk, or hear, and smell continually. Ability to stand, walk and reach frequently. Ability to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, or crouch occasionally.
• Ability to frequently lift and carry up to 10 lbs. and occasionally lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Close vision required to see computer monitor, read documents, and operate copy and fax machine. Distance vision required to drive an automobile if driving is a requirement of the job.
• Work environment is indoors and climate controlled. Occasionally exposed to outdoor weather conditions.
• Moderate noise levels as found in a business office with computer printers, households with TVs and dishwashers, and driving light traffic.

Pay:

$110.00 - $200.00 per day

Work Location:

In person