Substitute Teacher/Paraprofessional

Primary Purpose

Provide students with appropriate learning activities and experiences in the academic subject area(s) in accordance with the lesson plan(s), teacher schedule and/or campus schedule.

Education/Certification

• High School Diploma or General Education Certificate (GED) minimum.
• Bachelor degree, or higher, from accredited university preferred.

Special Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must possess good moral character.

Major Responsibilities And Duties

• Deliver prepared lesson plans using a variety of presentation methods to keep students engaged and content relevant.
• Create and maintain a positive classroom environment that promotes school wide expectations.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with students by communicating appropriately and directly to develop their academic, social and emotional growth.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with coworkers and campus administration.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with parents by proactively communicating appropriately and directly as needed and/or required.
• Provide necessary accommodations and/or modifications as required by law and/or need for students.
• Maintain and respect confidentiality of student and school personnel information.
• Maintain discipline and classroom control that fosters a safe and positive environment for all students and staff in accordance with school and county policies.
• Ensure that adequate supervision to assure health, welfare, and safety of all students.
• Report to office upon arrival at school; checks mailbox/teacher desk of absent teacher for materials requiring immediate attention; requests clarification of school rules and procedures, if necessary.
• Report all student injuries, accidents, illnesses, and discipline problems to the appropriate authority immediately or as soon as is reasonably possible.
• Implement lesson plans, while ensuring the integrity of academic time and in a manner which motivates students to learn and participate.
• Organize students for effective instruction.
• Dissmiss students from the classroom according to classroom and school schedules.
• Collect student work as directed by teacher lesson plans and/or as necessary for the activity.
• Return instructional materials, equipment, and keys to proper place.
• Comply with, and support all classroom and/or school regulations and policies.
• Model non-discriminatory practices in all activities.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by building administrator(s) in accordance with school policies and practices.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Must be able to follow oral and written directions and have the ability to establish effective working relationships with staff and students.
• Ability to maintain effective classroom management strategies.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors

• Posture: Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting.
• Motion: Frequent walking.
• Lifting: Regular light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds); may lift and move textbooks and classroom equipment.
• Environment: Work inside, may work outside; regular exposure to noise.

Tools/Equipment Used

• Personal computer and peripherals.
• Standard instructional equipment.
• [P.E. teachers: automated external defibrillator (AED)]