Long Term Substitute Teacher (Temporary Position)

About the role

The Division/Department is School Leadership and Operations. This role is offered on an hourly basis without a contract work year specified. The position reports directly to the Principal and does not have an evaluation instrument.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction; encourage and assess student achievement and progress; and manage the learning environment effectively.
• Exhibit best practice based on current research and facilitate students' use of higher-level thinking skills in instruction.
• Plan using State and local school district curricula and standards, effective strategies, resources, and data to address the differentiated needs of all students.
• Analyze and use student learning data to inform planning.
• Promote student learning by using research-based instructional strategies relevant to the content area to engage students in active learning and to promote key skills.
• Use appropriate instructional technology and a variety of research-based instructional strategies and resources, effectively to enhance student learning.
• Challenge and support each student's learning by providing appropriate content and developing skills which address individual learning differences.
• Systematically gather, analyze, and use relevant data to measure student progress; inform instructional content and delivery methods; and provide timely and constructive feedback to both students and parents/guardians.
• Create a student-centered, academic environment in which teaching and learning occur at high levels and students are self-directed learners.
• Exhibit a commitment to professional ethics and the school's mission; participate in professional growth opportunities and contribute to the profession.
• Compile, maintain, and submit all required reports accurately and in a timely manner.
• Carry out duties in accordance with federal and state laws, Code of Ethics for Educators in Georgia, and established State and local School Board policies, regulations, and practices.
• Possess and maintain valid and appropriate license, certificate, and/or credential as may be required for this position.
• Follow work scheduling and attendance requirements in a regular, predictable, and punctual manner.
• Communicate effectively with students, parents or guardians, district, and school personnel, and other stakeholders in ways that enhance student learning.
• Collaborate with designated paraprofessionals and other school and District personnel to ensure student progress.
• Engage in ongoing communication and share instructional goals, expectations, and student progress in a timely and constructive manner, using a variety of modes of communication as appropriate.

Qualifications

• A valid Georgia Educator Certificate in assigned teaching field as required by the Georgia Professional Standards Commission.

Skills

• Understanding of the curriculum, subject content, pedagogical knowledge, and the needs of students.
• Effective use of instructional technology and research-based instructional strategies and resources.
• Ability to plan and implement effective strategies to address differentiated student needs.
• Proficiency in analyzing and using student learning data to inform planning and instructional modifications.
• Ability to create a well-managed, safe, supportive, and orderly learning environment.
• Experience in establishing clear expectations for classroom rules, routines, and procedures and enforcing them consistently and appropriately.
• Knowledge of appropriate school safety measures and crisis emergency plans.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students, parents or guardians, district, and school personnel, and other stakeholders.
• Collaboration skills with designated paraprofessionals and other school and District personnel.

Benefits

• FICA is paid by the employee and matched by the School District.
• Temporary workers do not qualify for employee benefits.