Substitute Teacher, On Call
ChanceLight Behavioral Health, Therapy, & Education · Fort Smith, AR · 1 wk ago
On-siteEducation$15–$16/hrPart-time
Responsibilities
- Delivering instruction using provided curriculum resources, lesson materials, and approved educational software to ensure continuity of learning.
- Implementing daily lesson plans and classroom schedules that reflect state standards, school expectations, and individual classroom routines.
- Maintaining a safe, structured, and effective learning environment by enforcing student behavior expectations with clear boundaries, consistency, and a high degree of structure.
- Supporting diverse learners by following approved accommodations and modifications, and collaborating with staff to reinforce student goals and instructional plans.
- Pricing and supporting teachers and support staff (instructional aides, service providers, administrators, etc.) to ensure consistent instructional delivery and appropriate classroom support.
- Monitoring and documenting student progress through ongoing observation, classroom data collection, and accurate use of recording systems and tools.
- Communicating professionally with parents/guardians when appropriate to share student progress, learning needs, and any concerns that may impact school performance.
- Participating in team meetings as needed to address student support plans, behavioral needs, and family-related concerns, ensuring alignment across the team.
- Staying current on research-based instructional practices and participating in professional development opportunities to strengthen instructional impact and classroom effectiveness.
- Responding constructively to feedback, demonstrating flexibility, professionalism, and a continuous improvement mindset.
- Performing other duties as assigned, supporting campus priorities and ensuring a smooth, student-centered day of instruction.
Qualifications
- A high school diploma or equivalent with passage of basic skills test.
- A bachelor's degree or higher in education or a closely related field of study preferred.
- A licensed current or in the process of obtaining a valid AR state substitute teaching credential preferred.
- Ability to obtain and maintain certification in company-approved crisis management training.
- Prior experience providing instruction, guidance and/or support to children; preferably in an alternative, special education and/or behavioral health program setting.
- Prior experience and/or knowledge in special education services, curriculum development, differentiation and instruction in a classroom setting.
- Highly skilled in working with children with learning disabilities, emotional behavioral disorders, autism spectrum disorders and/or other related disabilities.
- Proficiency in providing motivation and having critical conversations with students that help move them toward realistic goals.
- Ability to think and act quickly and calmly in an emergency and make independent decisions.
- Proven ability to effectively prioritize tasks and meet deadlines while maintaining organization and attention to detail.
- Advanced oral and written communication, conflict resolution, multitasking, problem solving, and decision-making ability.
- Knowledge of relevant technology including experience with instructional technology, Microsoft Office Suite, database entry and basic office equipment.
Perks and Benefits
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Plans
- FREE Telehealth and Virtual Counseling Sessions
- FREE Health Advocacy Services and 24/7 Nurse Line
- Company Paid Life & Disability Insurance
- Company Paid Employee Assistance Program
- Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
- Personal Protection Insurance Plans
- Cigna Healthy Pregnancies, Healthy Babies Program
- Legal Services Insurance
- Pet Health Insurance
- Accrual-based Paid Time Off
- School Hours and Paid Holiday Schedule
- Extensive Personal and Life Event Paid Leave Policy
- 401k Retirement Saving Plan
- Perks at Work Employee Discount Program
- Opportunities for Growth & Development
- And So Much More!