Substitute (Guest) Teacher
Description
Substitute (Guest) Teacher
Daily Rate: $135.00 Day
Locations: All District 200 Schools
Reports to: School Principal/Assistant Principal
Qualifications:
- Valid Illinois Substitute Teaching License (requires a bachelor's degree), or
- Valid Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL)
- License must be registered in DuPage County
Application Procedure: Please fill out an Application online.
Essential Job Functions:
The Substitute Teacher steps in during the absence of the regular classroom teacher to manage classroom behavior, deliver instruction, and ensure student learning continues seamlessly. The ideal candidate maintains a safe, structured, and positive environment while adapting quickly to various subjects, grade levels, and school policies. Maintain student confidentiality in accordance with FERPA and district standards.
Key Responsibilities & Duties
- Instructional Execution: Follow and implement the absent teacher's lesson plans, assignments, and schedules accurately. Explain concepts clearly, assist students with classwork, and facilitate learning activities.
- Classroom Management: Establish clear expectations, manage student behavior using district/school guidelines, and maintain a safe, productive learning environment.
- Student Supervision: Take attendance at the start of each class or day according to school procedure. Supervise students during classroom instruction, transitions, recess, cafeteria periods, and dismissals as assigned.
- Reporting & Feedback: Leave detailed daily notes for the returning teacher summarizing curriculum covered, attendance, individual student progress, and any behavioral issues.
- Safety & Compliance: Follow emergency procedures (e.g., fire drills, lockdowns) and report injuries, accidents, or severe behavior incidents to school administration immediately. Maintain student confidentiality in accordance with FERPA and district standards.
- Additional Duties: Perform additional duties as assigned by the building administration, such as recess/lunch duty or covering during prep periods.
Physical Requirements & Work Environment
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, and move around the classroom or school campus for extended periods.
- Occasional lifting of classroom materials (up to 25–30 lbs).
- Ability to monitor and hear audio cues in noisy environments, i.e. gymnasiums, cafeterias and playgrounds.
About District 200
Community Unit School District 200 is a student-centered district recognized for the competence and character of its students and the excellence of its staff, programs, and learning environments. The district serves approximately 13,000 students in grades PreK–12 across:
- 2 High Schools
- 4 Middle Schools
- 13 Elementary Schools
- 1 Early Childhood Center
Employment Requirements
Candidates selected to serve as substitute teachers in Wheaton-Warrenville Community Unit School District 200 must:
- Complete a physical examination
- Submit TB test results
- Successfully pass a criminal background check
- Valid Licensure