Building Substitute Teachers

Location: HHCS District

Reports to: Building Principal

Qualifications

• Complies with state department of education temporary teaching license requirements.
• Valid state department of education license/certificate appropriate for the position preferred.
• Meets all mandated health requirements.
• A record free of criminal violations that would prohibit public school employment.
• Complies with drug-free workplace rules and board policies.
• Keeps current with technology and educational advancements that enhance productivity.

Responsibilities

• Complies with absent teacher's schedule and/or hours established by the district.
• Checks in with office staff and follows established teachers' working hours.
• Teaches assigned classes following absent teacher's written lesson plans; consults with the principal and/or staff to resolve questions and/or concerns.
• Maintains a high level of competence with utilizing district-approved online learning formats (e.g., SchoolsPLP, Google Classroom, and SeeSaw).
• Advances the professional image of the school district through open/effective communications and problem-solving techniques.
• Upholds board policies and follows administrative guidelines/procedures; refers questions about district policies to administrators/supervisors.
• Reviews emergency procedures (e.g., weather, emergency, lockdown, etc.) and complies with building work schedules/hours.
• Works cooperatively with other teachers, communicates expectations, and shows an active interest in student progress.
• Maintains a positive learning environment, facilitating student learning activities that encourage collaboration and positive peer relationships.
• Collaborates with other staff, sharing knowledge and resources that enhance student learning.
• Upholds the student code of conduct and implements effective pupil management procedures.
• Consults with support personnel to address student concerns (e.g., excessive absences, at-risk behavior, mental/physical health, family/peer relations, etc.).
• Facilitates opportunities for students with disabilities to participate in an inclusive educational environment; implements behavior management and/or prescribed medical plans when required.
• Proctors district testing activities as directed, upholding state-mandated security procedures and helping students with content-area preparation activities.
• Prepares a written summary of work completed and makes the absent teacher aware of special situations or problems encountered.
• Promotes the proper care and use of school property; ensures supplies and equipment are stored appropriately.
• Maintains accurate student attendance/absence records for covered assignments.
• Respects personal privacy and maintains the confidentiality of privileged information.
• Takes precautions to ensure safety, monitors situations that may indicate a problem, and provides appropriate student supervision.
• Reports suspected child abuse and/or neglect to civil authorities as required by law.
• Supervises non-classroom activities when assigned.
• Strives to develop rapport and serves as a positive role model for others.
• Maintains a professional appearance, wearing work attire appropriate for the position.
• Performs other specific job-related duties as directed.

Required Abilities

• Acknowledges personal accountability for decisions and conduct.
• Averts problem situations and intervenes to resolve conflicts.
• Demonstrates professionalism and contributes to a positive work/learning environment.
• Effectively uses active listening, observation, reading, verbal, nonverbal, and writing skills.
• Exhibits consistency, resourcefulness, and resilience.
• Anticipates time constraints and manages tasks efficiently to meet deadlines.
• Skillfully manages individual, group, and organizational interactions.
• Uses diplomacy and exercises self-control when dealing with other individuals.

Working Conditions

• Balancing, bending, crouching, kneeling, reaching, and standing.
• Exposure to adverse weather conditions and seasonal temperature extremes.
• Exposure to airborne particulates, chemical irritants, combustible materials, electrical hazards, equipment vibrations, noises, and odors.
• Exposure to wet and/or slippery surfaces.
• Exposure to blood-borne pathogens and communicable diseases.
• Interactions with aggressive, disruptive, and/or unruly individuals.
• Operating and/or riding in a vehicle.
• Lifting, carrying, and moving work-related supplies/equipment.
• Traveling to meetings and work assignments.

Pay

$125 per day

Schedule

176 days (does not include benefits)