Substitute Teacher

Responsibilities

• Assume responsibilities of the classroom teacher as directed by the campus principal and/or designee; provide instruction in the absence of the classroom teacher.
• Adhere to federal and state laws, as well as, district policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Check in with campus administrator/site coordinator upon arrival; provide site coordinator with the job number assigned by the computerized sub-finder system.
• Comply with campus attendance and discipline procedures.
• Provide student instruction and supervision as outlined in lesson plans.
• Monitor student activities throughout the day inside and outside the classroom, including lunchroom and/or assigned duty.
• Assist students with basic physical needs.
• Provide instructional modification and behavior management, as needed.
• Keep records as assigned by the classroom teacher and/or site administrator or designee.
• Document student progress and activities daily and at the close of the assignment.
• Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties and support the goals of the district and division.
• Follow district policies and procedures.
• Participate in professional development activities as required by the district.
• Maintain a professional code of ethics and perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Certified substitute teachers must have a valid Texas teaching certificate.
• Thirty (30) credit hours from an accredited college/university.
• Must have command of the English language, including the ability to read, write, and speak.
• Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Required Documents

• Valid Texas Teaching Certificate (if applying as a Certified Substitute Teacher).
• Official Transcripts with a minimum of thirty (30) credit hours from an accredited college/university.
• Three (3) professional references. One (1) reference must be from your current supervisor if you are working, or your most recent supervisor if you are not. Recommended references include coworkers, supervisors, and/or professors. Do not use family members or friends as references.

Documents may be attached to your application or brought into the YISD Central Office located at 9600 Sims Dr., El Paso, TX 79925. For more information, contact the HR Department at 915-434-0428.

Mental & Physical Demands

• Maintain emotional control under stress.
• Requires some bending, reaching, standing, kneeling, and squatting.

Pay

Refer to the Ysleta ISD's Compensation Plan for substitute teacher rates.