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Montgomery Public Schools

5th Grade Long Term Substitute Teacher

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What they do

An Elementary School Teacher teaches elementary school students, usually children ages 5 - 11 who are in kindergarten through fifth or sixth grade, in a public or private school. Teaches all subjects, including reading, writing, math, social studies and science, to one class throughout the school year. Plans curriculum and assesses student progress, manages student behavior and communicates with school parents. May specialize in teaching music, art or physical education, or teach students that are learning English, or work with students with learning disabilities or emotional and behavioral disorders.

$58,640 / year median in Alabama

+10% projected growth

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Job Description

Position Title:
Substitute Teacher Contract:
None Employment Status:
Part-time, On-site Qualifications:

At least 18 years of age High school diploma Completed Background Clearance Related experience working in a school or with children preferred At least a valid

Alabama Substitute Teacher License Reports To:
Principal Job Goal:

To encourage student progress, and manage the learning environment in the absence of the full-time teacher

Job Function and Responsibilities:

Assume duties of the regular classroom teacher promptly and in accordance with school rules Implement existing lesson plans in a manner that ensures the integrity of academic time, and motivates students to learn and participate Instruct students regarding a variety of classroom topics/courses of instruction, as determined by the classroom teacher's lesson plans Assign reasonable tasks and homework to students in accordance with the classroom teacher's lesson plans Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students Address the various learning styles of students accordingly Maintain classroom control that fosters a safe, positive environment for all students and staff in accordance with i3 Academy policies and all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations Ensure adequate supervision of students and classroom environment to assure health, welfare, and safety of students Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect equipment, materials, and facilities Remain in classroom and monitor students at all times Ensure that the students are never left unattended in the classroom Report student injury, accidents, illness, and discipline problems to school personnel immediately Seek assistance If serious or disruptive student behavior problems occur Report to school office at beginning of school day to pick up required materials and schedule of classes, and at the end of the school day to return materials Follow sign- in and sign out procedures, as prescribed by the school principal Interact in a cooperative and professional manner with students, parents, and school personnel Maintain student and school personnel confidentiality Use proper discipline techniques so that there is never physical contact with a student Conduct assigned classes at the times scheduled Enforce regulations concerning student conduct and discipline Be punctual with all duties Usescomputers, audiovisual aids, and other equipment and materials as appropriate to supplement presentation of lessons Maintain current contact information on tile with the Human Resource Department

Note:

After ten (10) days in the SAME teaching assignment, the role changes into a long-term assignment. From day eleven (11) in the SAME assignment, assuming all responsibilities of the teaching role, until the end of the assignment, the pay shall be doubled that of the daily rate of pay for a substitute teacher. At that point, the job description becomes that of full time teacher including but not limited to the responsibility to develop lesson plans; devise, administer, and grade tests and assignments; participate in parent-teacher conferences; perform assigned duties, and attend school-related functions.

Primary Physical Demands:

See on a continuous basis within less than a few feet away and more than a few feet away Hear on a continuous basis within less than a few feet away and more than a few feet away Speak frequently and clearly Transition from various positions: standing, sitting, walking, kneeling or crouching. On a rare occasion it may be necessary to move quickly, walk/run in a drill or emergency situation Reaching, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling objects up to 25 pounds with or without assistance Agility to operate computer and other digital hardware Dexterity of hands and fingers for word processing

Typical Work Environment:

Academic and professional for all ages Primarily indoors with varying temperatures Noise level is generally moderate Access to telecommunications Competitive salary and eligible Retirement Systems of Alabama health insurance and benefits. i3 Academy is committed to providing equal opportunity for employment for all employees and applicants as part of its recruitment, employment, retention, promotion, and termination practices as these decisions are based on merit. No person shall be subject to discrimination within the organization, including any education program or activity, or denied benefits or compensation on the basis of race, ethnicity, religion, belief, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, and/or any personal characteristic(s).

Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance