Substitute Teacher

Duties and Responsibilities

• Follow lesson plans provided by the regular Teacher to create a cohesive and consistent learning experience for students
• Manage the classroom effectively to encourage student participation, minimize distractions and maintain a positive learning environment
• Adapt teaching methods to fit the needs of each individual student
• Supervise students in and out of the classroom, including in the halls, on the playground and in the cafeteria
• Provide in-class and at-home assignments based on the available lesson plan
• For long-term substitutes: develop lesson plans and assignments consistent with the regular teacher’s past lesson plans

Skills and Qualifications

• A valid and current New Mexico Substitute Teacher license
• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in education
• Strong English verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to lead and instruct students of all ages
• General knowledge of several subjects
• Ability to adapt plans to specific classrooms
• Flexibility and critical-thinking skills
• Patience

Pay

Daily rate based on 7.5 hours: Entry Level $90.00 (High School Diploma or Equivalent), Level A $12.00 (30 or more Semester Hours), Level B $13.33 (BA/BS Degree), Level C $16.00 (Certified Teacher with current license).

Schedule

Not specified.