Substitute Teacher

Qualifications/Job Requirements

• Ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively with others
• Demonstrate self-discipline and initiative
• Follow state and district guidelines

Duties And Responsibilities

• Instructs students in citizenship and basic subject matter specified in state law and administrative regulations and procedures of the school district
• Follows and/or creates lesson plans and appropriate instructional aides stressing discovery and laboratory learning as necessary depending on subject taught
• Demonstrates subject matter concepts and examples using models, whiteboards, overhead projectors, computers or any other standard or approved teacher-prepared instructional aids
• Provides opportunities when needed for individualized and small-group instruction to adapt the curriculum to the needs of the students
• Utilizes grading patterns that are fairly administered and based on identified criteria
• Establishes and maintains standards of student behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom
• Treats pupils with respect and dignity
• Evaluates pupils' academic and social growth, keeps appropriate records, and prepares progress reports
• Selects and requisitions books, instructional aids, and instructional supplies; maintains required inventory records
• Communicates with parents through conferences and other means to discuss students' progress and interprets the school program
• Interacts with students, staff and parents in positive and professional manner
• Identifies student needs and cooperates with other professional staff members in assessing and helping students solve health, attitude, and learning problems
• Establishes rapport with students and provides a pleasant, safe, and orderly climate conducive to learning
• Actively participates in full implementation of the MPS model for School Improvement
• Maintains professional competence through in-service education activities provided by the district and self-selected professional growth activities
• Supervises students in out-of-classroom activities during the assigned working day
• Administers group-standardized tests in accordance with district testing program
• Participates in curriculum development programs as required
• Participates in faculty committees and the sponsorship of student activities
• Enforces school board policies and regulations

Evaluation

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provision of the Board's policy on Evaluation of Salaried Support Personnel.