Long-Term Substitute Teacher

About the Employer

Long-Term Substitute Teacher, Non-Certified Windsor Park

Job Description

The long-term substitute teacher, under limited supervision, performs instructional work with limited decision-making discretion serving as a temporary educator who is responsible for operating a safe, orderly and positive classroom environment while the regular classroom teacher position is anticipated to be vacant for 6 or more months. The long-term substitute must effectively manage the classroom and provide instruction for students following the regular teacher’s lesson plans, lesson plans developed by the school grade-level PLC or lesson plans s/he develops in consultation with the school.

Employee Performs School-Based Work

Employee performs school-based work to carry out Board of Education policies under the direction of the school principal.

Qualifications

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

Salary/Status

Full-time, 10 months

21st Day Substitute: Certified Daily Rate
Certified Long-Term Substitute: $151 per day
Non-Certified Long-Term Substitute: $129 per day

Reports To

School Principal

Place of Work

The normal place of work is on the premises used by Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools. Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools reserves the right to require you to work at such other place(s) as it may reasonably require from time to time.

Essential Functions

Adhere to All State, Federal, and Local Laws, Policies, and Procedures

Provide meaningful instruction to students
Review and implement regular classroom routines, procedures, lesson plans, and instructional strategies.
Participate in grade-level meetings, faculty meetings, student intervention teams, and other committees normally assigned to a regular classroom teacher
Establish and maintain a safe and orderly learning environment for all students
Take reasonable measures to protect students, facilities, and materials
Communicate clearly and effectively to students, families, and school personnel
Report all student injuries, accidents, illnesses or any breach of the district’s code of student conduct to the school administration as soon as possible
Willingness to substitute in any grade level or course as assigned by the school
Demonstrate cooperation and flexibility in performing other related duties as assigned
Perform related work as assigned or required

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

Knowledge and understanding of the principles, practices, and procedures of lesson plan development
Knowledge of and ability to implement classroom management strategies
Knowledge of federal, state, and local regulatory requirements
Knowledge of county and school board policies, procedures, and standards
Skilled in communication, both verbal and written
Skilled in computers and software including Microsoft Office and Google Workspace
Ability to solve problems by utilizing sound judgment
Ability to establish and maintain positive relationships; work collaboratively within and across departments, external agencies, and the public
Ability to respond appropriately to situations while maintaining a professional and personable demeanor
Ability to use or learn specialized tools, equipment, or software
Ability to implement local, state, and federal rules, guidelines, and procedures into daily business operations
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Ability to develop related charts, graphs, reports, and records
Ability to take initiative and work independently
Ability to conceptualize, initiate, monitor, and evaluate programs
Ability to work effectively in a deadline-driven, rapidly changing team environment

Education and Experience

Minimum for 21st Day Substitutes:

Bachelors’ degree
Possession of an active NC teaching license
Three years successful teaching experience preferred

Minimum for Certified Long-Term Substitute:

Bachelor’s degree
Possession of active or expired teaching license
Three years teaching experience preferred

Minimum for Non-Certified Long-Term Substitute:

High school diploma
At least one or more successful years working in an educational environment supervising children preferred

Equivalent Combination of Education and Experience

Special requirements
Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license or ability to provide own transportation
Travel to school district buildings and professional meetings