Substitute Teacher 2025-2026

POSITION TITLE: SUBSTITUTE TEACHER

CONTRACT YEAR: SCHOOL YEAR (CALL AS NEEDED)

SALARY: DAILY RATE OF PAY COMMENSURATE WITH EDUCATION LEVEL

DEPARTMENT: ES/MS/HS SCHOOLS (DISTRICT-WIDE)

START DATE: ROLLING HIRES (CALENDAR YEAR AUGUST-MAY)

Job Description: The candidate for this position will assist the principal with instructional delivery and classroom management during a teacher's absence. The candidate for this position will promote the effective supervisor of students assigned.

Direct Accountability and Report: Works under the supervision of the School Principal responsible for the day-to-day operations of the academic setting. Will also be supervised by the Director of Personnel for adherence to policy and oversight of training. Evaluation of performance will be based on the job description, district, and personal goals and objectives specific to the position reported by the building principal.

EDUCATION

• To obtain highly qualified status the candidate must have
• High School Diploma (Required)
• Associate degree or higher preferred
• Postgraduate Professional License preferred

EXPERIENCE

• Prior experience working in an education setting is strongly preferred
• Experience in working with customer service

General duties of a substitute teacher include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Arrive early enough to be posted for before-school duties (i.e. bus duty, yard supervision) that they may be required to cover
• Report to school office prior to start of school day to touch base with administration and gather required materials and class schedule
• Report to the school office after the final bell to touch base with administration and to return materials
• Follow admission and sign-out procedures as described by the administration team
• Provide feedback to the administration team as required
• Deploy a program of study proscribed in the lesson plans left by the classroom teacher
• Enforce and promote a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and is appropriate to the grade level and interests of the students
• Guide the learning process toward the achievement of daily lesson plan goals as well as curriculum goals and objectives as indicated in the lesson plans
• Attempt to adhere to the broader scope and intent of the lessons, units, or projects assigned
• Employ instructional methods that are most appropriate for meeting lesson objectives
• Maintain a neat and orderly classroom as per the regular classroom teacher
• Straighten chairs, tables, and materials, clear chalkboards, etc.
• Record attendance in accordance with school and district procedures
• Ensure that students are never left unattended in the classroom or in the yard
• Perform duties usually required of absent teachers such as lunchroom duty, hall monitoring, etc. at the principal's direction
• Are familiar with emergency evacuation routes for assigned classrooms and school spaces
• Are familiar with protocol for students who have disciplinary problems or who require accommodation
• Are familiar with school procedures and district regulations
• Perform other related duties as directed by the principal or vice principal
• Maintain good relations with the faculty and staff of the district
• Collect and relay information about students and staff with utmost regard to confidentiality
• Demonstrate enthusiasm and commitment toward the job of supplying teaching
• Interact well with teaching staff, support staff, administration, and students at all levels
• As unique situations arise, are sensitive to school needs, teacher goodwill, and the school's public image.
• Excel at time management as it relates to prioritizing, organizing, and scheduling tasks
• Uses a computer and word processing software with a facility
• Communicate effectively through oral presentations, written text, and via active listening
• Negotiate and influence students well within the confines of the classroom dynamic
Other duties as assigned.


Professionalism

• Works to promote the well-being and success of co-workers, administration, division staff, students, and parents.
• Adheres to federal and state laws, school and division policies, and ethical guidelines.

Report to work regularly, have good attendance and have flexibility for late and early shifts as assigned.