Substitute Teacher for 2026-2027 School Year

Responsibilities

• Pick up required materials/schedule of classes at the beginning of the school day.
• Return materials at the end of the school day.
• Follow sign out procedures as prescribed by the principal.
• Carries out a program of study prescribed in the lesson plans left by the classroom teacher.
• Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students.
• Maintains a neat and orderly classroom by straightening chairs, tables, clearing chalkboard, etc.
• Takes attendance in accordance with school procedures.
• Indicates to students at the beginning of class the basic expectations for behavior in the class in accordance with school and Durham Public Schools policies.
• Ensures that students are never left unattended in the classroom.
• Performs duties usually required of an absent teacher such as lunchroom duty, hall monitoring, etc.
• Knows emergency evacuation routes for the classrooms assigned.
• Knows procedures for referring students who are disciplinary problems.
• Knows school procedures and regulations.
• Performs other related duties as directed by the principal.

Qualifications

Knowledge of educational principles and practices.

Ability to follow directions and work independently.

Ability to maintain a safe and positive learning environment.

Ability to communicate effectively with students, parents, and staff.

Ability to manage classroom activities and materials.

Basic computer skills.