Substitute Teacher
Description
Substitute Teacher
Purpose
The purpose of this position is to serve as a substitute for the classroom teacher in presenting the foundations of learning using classical methods and a biblical worldview in order to prepare students with excellence to pursue God’s truth, knowledge and wisdom, and to do so with diligence and perseverance.
Summary
The substitute teacher provides instruction following the lesson plans and classroom guidelines set out by the permanent teacher. The substitute teacher will lead, instruct, disciple, and mentor students in a manner consistent with the School’s Statement of Faith and the Portrait of a Geneva Teacher.
Supervision Received and Exercised
The substitute teacher receives direction from the Headmaster and from the grade team leader. The substitute teacher must exercise judgment that is in keeping with the school’s philosophy of education, beliefs and values, and with the approved curriculum. The Headmaster or designee will offer instruction, advice, direction and mentoring. The work is reviewed regularly and consistently. The substitute teacher exercises functional supervision over students and classroom environment.
Work Schedule
This is a part-time, as-needed position. No guarantee of minimum hours is provided.
Following are the job duties for a substitute teacher:
Spiritual Leadership
- Study the Bible, God’s only written Word
- Skillfully articulate the personal/ethical implications of a lifelong faith commitment
- Measure knowledge against the standard of God’s revealed truth in Scripture
- Demonstrate an overt commitment to the life of a church and its core traditions
- Respect the School’s Christian mission and values, and aid students in Christian formation by exemplifying Christian living, both in and out of the classroom
- Be a positive role model for students by supporting Geneva’s Beliefs including the School’s Statement of Faith and Statement on Identity, Sexuality and Gender and exemplifying the Portrait of a Geneva Teacher
- Perform duties as a minister and steward of the Christian faith.
Student Learning
- Convey information to students in accordance with lesson plans provided by the classroom teacher
- Use clear language and appropriate vocabulary, integrating new vocabulary within existing shared framework
- Document attendance
Classroom Management
- Understand, embrace, interpret and apply Geneva School policies, procedures, and regulations affecting school operations and programs in accordance with the School culture
- Establish, articulate and maintain standards of student behavior to achieve a classroom climate conducive to learning and respect
- Manage student behavior in accordance with School Handbook
- Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities
- Prioritize tasks, including non-urgent, but important matters
- Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required
Professionalism
- Demonstrate commitment and loyalty of to the school and the teaching profession through speech, punctuality, dress, attitude, and attention to duties
- Present a consistent and reliable demeanor to students
- Collaborate with staff, co-workers, and administration in a cooperative, professional atmosphere
- Perform other duties as assigned
- Collaboration with staff, co-workers, and administration in a cooperative, professional atmosphere
- Comply with state, district, and school regulations and the policies for classroom teachers in the Geneva School Employee Handbook
- Document hours worked in an accurate and punctual manner