Long Term Substitute Teacher

About the Employer

Substitute Teacher - Long Term Sub for 26-27 School Year

Job Summary

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

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Additional duties may be assigned.

Reporting and Planning

Immediately reports to the building principal or the school secretary upon arrival at the school building. Reports to assignment 20 minutes prior to the opening of school. Reviews with the principal, department head, buddy teacher or team leader all plans and schedules to be followed during the teaching day.

Teaching and Supervision

Maintains as fully as possible the established routines and procedures of the school and classroom to which he/she is assigned as directed by the regular teacher. Teaches the lesson outlined and described in the substitute teacher's guide as prepared by the absent teacher. Consults as appropriate, with the building principal, department head, buddy teacher or team leader before initiating any teaching or other procedures not specified in the substitute teacher's guide.

Classroom Management

Assumes responsibility for overseeing pupil behavior in class and during lunch and recess periods.

Reporting and Record-Keeping

Reports in writing, on the form provided by the school secretary or regular teacher, on the day's activities at the conclusion of each teaching day. Follows all policies, rules, and procedures to which regular teachers are subject and which good teaching practice dictates.

Equipment Operation and Maintenance

Operates and cares for equipment used in the classroom for instructional purposes.

Collaboration with Teachers

Works directly with teachers and assists with the supervision of students during emergency drills, assemblies, and play periods.

Attendance and Student Support

Checks and records students' attendance. Alerts the regular teacher to any problem or special information about an individual student.

Confidentiality and Ethics

Maintains the same high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality of information about students as expected of the regular teacher. Monitors and reports school safety conditions to the building principal. Maintains confidentiality.

Policy Compliance

Follows the policies of the Northwest R-I Board of Education.

Education and/or Experience

High school diploma or equivalency certificate. 60 college credit hours and qualifications for a substitute certificate. Experience with educational applications (i.e., copying machines and computer skills). Experience with young people. Prior experience in a school setting is desired.