Permanent Substitute - North & Feeders

Permanent Substitute - North & Feeders Joplin R 8 School District

NORTH MIDDLE SCHOOL

- Joplin, Missouri This job is also posted in Joplin Schools Job Details

Job ID:

5675498

Application Deadline:

Posted until filled

Posted:

Apr 28, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date:

Aug 1, 2026 Job Description

Position:

Permanent Substitute Teacher

Term:

9

Months Location:

North Middle, Dover, Jefferson, Cecil Floyd Schools

Qualifications:

Must have a valid Missouri Substitute Teacher certification or a valid Missouri Teacher Certification Cleared background check from the MO Department of Elementary and Secondary Education

Supervisory:

No Reports to:

Building Principal Code:

002-1131-6121-3000-00910-3-000 002-1111-6121-0845-00910-3-000

Job Code:

2758 In order to create an encouraging learning environment for students in the absence of a teacher. A Permanent Substitute works for the duration of a school year and is available to substitute teach in classrooms where a staff member is absent. Permanent Substitutes can expect to cover a variety of short-term and long-term assignments based on the District's needs. The Permanent Substitute may also be required to perform other duties as assigned when no substitute teacher assignments are available. General Expectations Supports the mission of Joplin Schools. Supports the value of education. Become familiar with, enforce, and follow all applicable Board policies and regulations, administrative procedures, other directions given by district administrators and supervisors, and state and federal laws. Properly supervise students at all times, if applicable to essential job functions. Obey all safety rules, including rules protecting the safety and welfare of students. Care for, properly use, and protect school property. Maintain courteous and professional relationships with students, parents/guardians, other district employees and the public. Communicate effectively with supervisors, department staff, all members of the school district, and community as required. Provides excellence in customer service both internally and externally. Complies with privacy rights and safeguards confidential and/or sensitive information pertaining to staff and students. Reacts to change productively and receive and transmit constructive criticism as it relates to job duties. Actively participate in professional development and obtain skills and information necessary to effectively perform job duties. Conduct all official business in a professional and timely manner, utilizing district technology resources. Arrive to work and leave work at the time specified by supervisors and attend all required meetings pertinent to the position. Maintains accurate records and filing systems for accountability and audit purposes as required by law and Board policy. Solve practical problems utilizing math functions as needed to complete job duties. Read and interpret documents such as work orders, safety rules, and handbooks and apply to job duties. Essential Functions Supervise students at all times. Assumes the responsibility for instructing classes Develop lesson plans and assignments as needed Maintains appropriate records including grading test papers, recording grades, student assignments for homework, projects and the necessary clerical work. Provides for individualized and small group instruction for students. Organizes classroom to promote learning. Gain familiarity with district curriculum and resources Maintain classroom safety Manages student behavior constructively. Manage the classroom effectively to encourage student participation, minimize distractions and maintain a positive learning environment Provide in-class and at-home assignments as needed. Attend and contribute in staff meetings, professional development activities and teacher institutes Carry out all other duties as assigned. Physical Demands An individual who holds this position must have the ability to: Speak and hear in an environment where numerous conversations and activities may be taking place simultaneously Move around the classroom Read handwritten or printed material Occasionally lift up to 50 pounds. Attendance Regular availability and commitment to accepted/assigned absences are an essential function of this position. The work conditions and environment described here are representative of those that an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Conditions and Environment The individual who holds this position will regularly work in a school environment that is noisy and active. Occasionally the individual will be required to work outdoors for short periods of time to perform such tasks as loading and unloading students from district transportation and supervising recess.

Note:

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees, and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.

Position Type:

Full-Time