Substitute Teacher

Position Description

This position serves under the direct supervision of the educational administrative team who has ultimate responsibility for the design and implementation of educational programs and services.

Specific Position Responsibilities

• Report to the educational office each morning upon arrival and each afternoon after dismissal.
• Follow teacher lesson plans and assume all duties of the classroom teacher or educational assistant in accordance with school rules.
• This may include lunchroom duty, bus duty, hall duty or other duties assigned by the building administrator(s).
• Familiarize self with the school emergency procedures and student medical needs as outlined in the substitute folder in each classroom.
• Maintain normal classroom routines as much as possible.
• Supervise students at all times and maintain a positive learning environment.
• Any major discipline issues should be reported to building level administrator(s) immediately.
• Protect confidentiality of all students. Any observations or conversations involving students should be considered confidential and should only be discussed with building level administrator(s).

Minimum Qualifications

• A high school diploma or GED required.
• Two years of college or a bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree of higher (non-certified)

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Excellence
• Optimism
• Sound Judgment
• Courage
• Teamwork

Some Experience

• Working with children who have special needs (preferred)

Basic Knowledge and Ability

• How to use a computer

Flexibility and Following Directions

• Ability to be flexible and follow directions

Dependability and Attendance

• Dependable with good attendance and punctuality

Background Verification

Selected applicant(s) will be required to submit to and pass a TBI/FBI background check and fingerprinting, to include Tennessee and Federal criminal history checks, child abuse records, employment verification, and professional/personal reference checks.

Please note that, due to the position being at a school, any discrepancies in the background check or fingerprinting report will result in the candidate being disqualified from consideration.