Substitute Teacher

JOB DESCRIPTION

SUBSTITUTE TEACHER

General Description: This position reports to the school principal. The substitute teacher follows the classroom teacher’s lesson plans and maintains oversight of his or her students.

Qualifications

• A strong clear Christian testimony

• A lifestyle of biblical integrity

• A spirit of dedication, teamwork, flexibility, and responsiveness to counsel

• Acceptance without reservation of the OCS Parent Covenant, Statement of Faith, Statement on Marriage and Sexuality, Statement of Diversity and Core Values

Duties and Responsibilities

Spiritual

• Models a consistent daily walk with Jesus Christ in speech, actions, attitudes

• Actively involved in church

• Follows Matthew 18 principle in dealing with interpersonal conflict

• Encourages students to accept God’s gift of salvation and grow in their faith

General

• Takes attendance each hour

• Follows teacher lesson plans to create a cohesive and consistent learning experience for students

• Monitors student behavior in and out of the classroom, including in the hallways, break areas, and cafeteria

• Manage the classroom effectively to encourage student participation, minimize distractions and maintain a positive learning environment

• Fulfills any teacher duties (break duty, lunch duty, etc.)

• Document any student issues and leaves notes on engagement and behavior

• Interacts with students and staff to maintain order and provide assistance when needed

• Maintains confidentiality with all school and student information

Non-instructional and Professional

• Adheres to all policies and procedures governing the operation of the school

• Proactively communicates with administrators

• Documents arrival and departure

• Maintains professional dress and appearance

• Maintains punctuality

• Uses standard English in written and oral communication

• Demonstrates the character qualities of courtesy, friendliness, flexibility, integrity, gratitude, and perseverance

• Meets everyday stress with emotional stability

• Responds respectfully and is loyal to constituted authority

• Represents the school in a favorable and professional manner to its constituency