SUMMARY: 

 

The job of Substitute Teacher  was established for the purpose of performing instructional and classroom management processes for teachers who are absent for a day or longer periods of time.  Their duties include taking attendance, explaining homework, and maintaining classroom management and cleanliness.

 

RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES:

 

Implement and teach lesson plans and instructions as directed by the absent teacher, or consult with principal or other responsible stuff if lesson plan is not provided

Maintain a clean, respectful, and orderly classroom, and follow classroom and school procedures as directed by the school

Leaves notes or completes a Substitute Teacher Report Form for the regular teacher at the end of the teaching day

Communicate in a friendly and positive manner towards parents, students and administrators

Keep records on attendance, accidents and incidents

Protects students, equipment, materials and facilities

Assisting in upholding and enforcing school rules, administrative regulations and school board policies

Other responsibilities as directed by the principal

 

MINIMUM EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND REQUIREMENTS:

Associates Degree or equivalent semester hours (48) to meet qualified status.

Completion of district Substitute Orientation

Criminal Record Check

Health Examination is required

 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

 

Prepare by knowing what is expected of you and how to  handle the vast complexities of the classroom.

Check with each school and know what time they expect you to arrive and arrive early

Adapt to the various changes you will encounter

Know the district’s dress code and adhere accordingly 

Read through plans thoroughly and make sure you familiarize yourself with the class schedules, fire drill procedures, lockdown and emergency protocol

Follow through with Teacher’s Sub Plan and execute them

Look for those students who need extra assistance

Maintain good classroom management skills

Be creative and be prepared for the unexpected

Keep accurate records  and leave the classroom in top notch condition

Effectively Communicate with students and staff

Treat students and staff with utmost respect and dignity

 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, talk and listen.  The employee is occasionally required to use hands to fingers, handle, or feel: reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.  The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds or more at times.