Substitute Teacher
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TITLE: Substitute Teacher
QUALIFICATIONS: Minimum requirements are:
Completed at least two (2) years of study (48 semester hours) at an institution of higher learning
Obtained an associate’s (or higher) degree
Obtained a passing score on the Mississippi Test: ACT Work Keys – Reading for Information, Applied Mathematics, and Writing Subtests.
JOB GOAL: Provide quality instruction that enables each child to pursue his/her education as smoothly and completely as possible in the absence of the regular teacher. The substitute encourages student progress and manages the learning environment.
REPORTS TO: Principal
Performance Responsibilities:
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Salary will be established by the Board. Employment will be determined by the principal on an as needed basis.
EVALUATION:
Performance on this job will be evaluated by the principal/administrator in accordance with provisions of the Board’s policy on evaluation.
QUALIFICATIONS: Minimum requirements are:
Completed at least two (2) years of study (48 semester hours) at an institution of higher learning
Obtained an associate’s (or higher) degree
Obtained a passing score on the Mississippi Test: ACT Work Keys – Reading for Information, Applied Mathematics, and Writing Subtests.
JOB GOAL: Provide quality instruction that enables each child to pursue his/her education as smoothly and completely as possible in the absence of the regular teacher. The substitute encourages student progress and manages the learning environment.
REPORTS TO: Principal
Performance Responsibilities:
- Reports to the building administrator or school secretary upon arrival at the school.
- Consults with the building principal, team leader, or grade level teacher to get a clear understanding of the schedule and assignment.
- Reviews all lesson plans and schedules to be followed prior to the student’s arrival.
- Requests clarification of school rules and procedures if necessary from the building principal.
- Maintains and respects confidentiality of student and school personnel information.
- Maintains discipline and classroom control that fosters a safe and positive environment for all students and staff in accordance with district and school policies.
- Ensures adequate supervision to assure health, welfare, and safety of all students.
- Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
- Reports all student injuries, accidents, illnesses, and discipline problems to the appropriate authority immediately or as soon as is reasonably possible.
- Implements lesson plans, while ensuring the integrity of academic time and in a manner which motivates students to learn and participate.
- Organizes students for effective instruction.
- Dismisses all students from the classroom before leaving the building.
- Collects and places students’ papers in regular teacher’s desk.
- Interacts in a professional manner with students.
- Returns instructional materials, equipment, and keys to proper place.
- Determines if his/her services will be required for the next school day.
- Complies with and supports school and district regulations and policies.
- Models non-discriminatory and non bias practices in all activities.
- Performs other related duties as assigned by building administrator(s) in accordance with school/district policies and practices.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Salary will be established by the Board. Employment will be determined by the principal on an as needed basis.
EVALUATION:
Performance on this job will be evaluated by the principal/administrator in accordance with provisions of the Board’s policy on evaluation.