Substitute Teacher Job Description
In the absence of the full time classroom teacher, the substitute teacher provides instruction, encourages student's progress, and manages the learning environment.
Education
Must have a minimum of 12 college credits if currently enrolled in school or 24 college credits if not currently enrolled in school.
Position Requirements
- Implement existing lesson plans in a manner that ensures the integrity of academic time and motivates students to learn and participate
- Instruct students regarding a variety of classroom topics and courses of instruction
- Follow lesson plans as required by classroom teacher
- Assign reasonable tasks and homework to students in accordance with the lesson plans
- Address the various learning styles of students accordingly
- Model correct use of spoken and written English language
- Demonstrate professional practices in teaching
- For long-term assignments, you may be required to develop lesson plans; create, administer, and grade tests/assignments; participate in parent-teacher conferences; and attend school related functions. Please note: activities may occur outside of normal school hours
Classroom Management
- Maintain classroom control that fosters a safe, positive environment for all students and staff in accordance with school, state, and all applicable laws and regulations
- Ensure adequate supervision of students and the classroom environment to assure the health, welfare, and safety of all students
- Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protest equipment, materials, and school property
- Remain in classroom and monitor students at all times
- Report all student injuries, accidents, illnesses, and discipline problems to the campus principal
- May supervise students in out-of-class settings (e.g., assemblies, lunchroom, schoolyard)
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