Substitute Teacher

Position Summary

The substitute teacher will follow the lesson plans, or develop their own, to implement daily student instruction based on the Common Core State Standards and the Lyon County School District approved curriculum. The substitute teacher will create and maintain an educational atmosphere that encourages effective student learning and supports school and district programs and goals.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Administer appropriate district curriculum that is aligned with the Nevada State Standards and/or the upcoming Common Core State Standards.
• Ensure the opportunity for all students to learn in a respectful environment.
• Create and maintain a positive, orderly, and academically focused instructional environment.
• Develop and implement effective lessons using the LCSD lesson plan template.
• Analyze student progress and provide individualized instruction and feedback.
• Ensure compliance with special services such as IEPs and other related mandates.
• Provide classroom management and discipline that ensures safety at all times.
• Ensure compliance with assessment regulations and guidelines at all times.
• Facilitate an effective advisory program as outlined by the administration and/or district.
• Work professionally and collaboratively with administration, staff, parents, and community members.
• Integrate technology into the instructional programs, curriculum, and lessons.
• Maintain accurate and timely records in PowerSchool, if asked.
• Participate in other job-related duties and activities related to the position as assigned.

Position Expectations

• Demonstrate knowledge, skill, and ability to provide instruction in a classroom.
• Work cooperatively with students, parents, peers, administration, and community members.
• Guide the learning process toward achievement of curriculum and student goals.
• Establish and communicate clear expectations for all lessons, units, and projects.
• Employ a variety of instructional techniques and strategies aligned with instructional objectives, in order to meet the needs of all students.
• Participate as a collaborative member with other faculty and staff.
• Maintain accurate and complete records as required by law and district policy.
• Maintain and improve professional competence through continued education and in-service.
• Communicate professionally and effectively in written, oral, and non-verbal terms.

Position Requirements

• Education and Training: Minimum 60 credits from an accredited college or university.
• Licenses and Certifications: Substitute Teacher License issued by the Nevada Department of Education.

Physical and Mental Requirements

• Strength, dexterity, coordination, and vision to use keyboard and video display terminal for prolonged periods.
• Strength and stamina to bend, stoop, sit, and stand for long periods of time.
• Dexterity and coordination to handle files and single pieces of paper; occasional lifting of files, stacks of paper or reports, references, student work, and other materials.
• Some reaching for items above and below waist and head level. Some reaching, bending, squatting, and stooping to access files, student work, and other items is necessary.
• The manual dexterity and cognitive ability to operate a personal computer and other educational technology (LCD projector, SmartBoard, iPads/Tablets, etc.) to enhance student learning.
• Involves hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone.
• Light lifting (up to 25 pounds) may occasionally be required.

Working Conditions

• Exposure to climate controlled classroom settings to outside weather with temperatures ranging from mild/moderate to extreme cold/heat.
• May involve exposure to noise levels ranging from moderate to very loud on occasional to frequent time periods.
• May involve work in crowded environments.
• Hazards: Classroom furniture, playground/office equipment, communicable diseases, chemicals (as related to specific assignment), and power/hand operated equipment and machinery (as related to specific assignment).