A Substitute Teacher teaches or supervises classes for teachers who are away on leave or sick. May substitute for teachers at several different schools or school districts. May substitute for one day or for a longer term absence; may follow lesson plans developed by the regular teacher, or work with teacher who will be out to create new lesson plans and assignments.
Precise placement within the salary range will be determined based upon experience.
FLSA:
Non-Exempt.
QUALIFICATIONS
High school diploma with at least 60 college hours or Associate Degree.
Demonstrates competence for assigned responsibilities.
Typing ability preferred.
Possesses positive interpersonal relations skills.
Commitment to the importance of confidentiality of records.
Evidence of a strong commitment to quality desegregated education.
Such alternatives and additions to the above qualifications may be deemed appropriate by the Superintendent. Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may require.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
The following statements of duties and responsibilities are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. These statements are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities required of all personnel within this position.
Reinforces instructional activities with students as prescribed.
Assists in the preparation of lesson plans and instructional materials.
Assumes responsibility for being prepared to perform instructional duties as prescribed.
Learns the curriculum content of the classes in which he/she assists.
Assists individual children in need of special attention.
Assists the teacher with non-instructional classroom duties such as snack, restroom, and clothing needs.
Guides independent study, enrichment work, and remedial work set up by the teacher.
Implements behavior management techniques.
Guides children in working and playing harmoniously with each other.
Assists in data collection.
Assists the teacher with maintenance of the classroom.
Assist with duties such as lunchroom, recess, bus, etc.
Participates in inservices, staffing, faculty meetings, etc.
Models a high level of energy and enthusiasm.
Completes daily work schedules as assigned.
Performs all other duties as assigned.
Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent will possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Mental Functions, Physical Requirements, and Working Conditions:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, go up and down stairs, operate foot and hand controls, use a telephone and write. Occasionally the employee must lift and/or move up to twenty (20) or more pounds. This position requires accurate perceiving of sound, near and far vision, depth perception, handling and working with educational materials and/or objects, and providing oral information. Must have the ability to work for the duration of the daily contracted time period, and to be physically present and at assigned work, with only infrequent unexcused absences, during the contract year. Additional technical skills, knowledge, and abilities may be recommended by immediate supervisor and approved by the Human Resources Director.
