2026-2027 Substitute Teacher

Position Title: Substitute Contract: None Employment Status: Part-time, On-site Qualifications At least 18 years of ageHigh school diplomaCompleted Background ClearanceRelated experience working in a school or with children preferredAt least a valid Alabama Substitute Teacher License Reports To: Principal Job Goal: To encourage student progress, and manage the learning environment in the absence of the full-time teacher or paraprofessional Job Function And Responsibilities Assume duties of the regular classroom teacher promptly and in accordance with school rulesImplement existing lesson plans in a manner that ensures the integrity of academic time, and motivates students to learn and participateInstruct students regarding a variety of classroom topics/courses of instruction, as determined by the classroom teacher's lesson plansAssign reasonable tasks and homework to students in accordance with the classroom teacher's lesson plansCreate a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the studentsAddress the various learning styles of students accordinglyMaintain classroom control that fosters a safe, positive environment for all students and staff in accordance with i3 Academy policies and all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulationsEnsure adequate supervision of students and classroom environment to assure health, welfare, and safety of studentsTake all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect equipment, materials, and facilitiesRemain in classroom and monitor students at all timesEnsure that the students are never left unattended in the classroomReport student injury, accidents, illness, and discipline problems to school personnel immediatelySeek assistance If serious or disruptive student behavior problems occurReport to school office at beginning of school day to pick up required materials and schedule of classes, and at the end of the school day to return materialsFollow sign- in and sign out procedures, as prescribed by the school principalInteract in a cooperative and professional manner with students, parents, and school personnelMaintain student and school personnel confidentialityUse proper discipline techniques so that there is never physical contact with a studentConduct assigned classes at the times scheduledEnforce regulations concerning student conduct and disciplineBe punctual with all dutiesUses computers, audiovisual aids, and other equipment and materials as appropriate to supplement presentation of lessonsMaintain current contact information on tile with the Human Resource Department Note: After ten (10) days in the SAME teaching assignment, the role changes into a long-term assignment. From day eleven (11) in the SAME assignment, assuming all responsibilities of the teaching role, until the end of the assignment, the pay shall be doubled that of the daily rate of pay for a substitute teacher. At that point, the job description becomes that of full time teacher including but not limited to the responsibility to develop lesson plans; devise, administer, and grade tests and assignments; participate in parent-teacher conferences; perform assigned duties, and attend school-related functions. Primary Physical Demands See on a continuous basis within less than a few feet away and more than a few feet awayHear on a continuous basis within less than a few feet away and more than a few feet awaySpeak frequently and clearlyTransition from various positions: standing, sitting, walking, kneeling or crouching. On a rare occasion it may be necessary to move quickly, walk/run in a drill or emergency situationReaching, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling objects up to 25 pounds with or without assistanceAgility to operate computer and other digital hardwareDexterity of hands and fingers for word processing Typical Work Environment Academic and professional for all agesPrimarily indoors with varying temperaturesNoise level is generally moderateAccess to telecommunications i3 Academy is committed to providing equal opportunity for employment for all employees and applicants as part of its recruitment, employment, retention, promotion, and termination practices as these decisions are based on merit. No person shall be subject to discrimination within the organization, including any education program or activity, or denied benefits or compensation on the basis of race, ethnicity, religion, belief, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, and/or any personal characteristic(s).