Daily Building Substitute

Main Job Tasks And Responsibilities

• Provide classroom support
• Perform all the duties and responsibilities of the regular teacher staff unless released by the principal or designee
• Complete a full teaching day according to the hours for the specific school level and provide a summary of the day’s activities for the classroom teacher
• Maintain an organized program of instruction based on the lesson plans provided by the teacher
• Communicate the lesson objective and its importance to students, preserve the regular routine of the classroom, and implement fair and consistent methods for managing student behavior
• Utilize a variety of appropriate teaching techniques, materials, and resources for instructional purposes in class and out of class to adapt and adjust instructional presentation of subject content to students’ needs and interests
• Develop a resource of materials appropriate to a variety of academic levels, which may be used to augment the teacher's prepared lesson plans as necessary
• Assume responsibility for care of materials, equipment, and facilities to maintain a neat, safe environment for students in the absence of the teacher
• Practice and promote positive interaction with and among students to demonstrate enthusiasm for learning
• Demonstrate interest in the students and the planned instructional activities while encouraging self-direction and self-motivation in students
• Support and demonstrate core values of Stafford County Public Schools
• Engage in ongoing professional development relevant to position
• Respond promptly and thoroughly to written and oral requests for information
• Maintain a clean, neat appearance, appropriate to position
• Maintain a record of appropriate attendance and punctuality
• Serve as a role model for students, colleagues, and the general public
• Work in close harmony with colleagues, supervisors, and co-workers
• Comply with all District and School policies and regulations, including but not limited to guidelines for confidentiality
• Perform other related duties as required/assigned

Education And Experience

• High school diploma or its equivalent required
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university preferred
• Valid teaching license preferred
• Substitutes must be at least 19 years of age; or in their second year of college
• All high school substitutes must be at least 21 years of age or in their senior year of college