Substitute Teacher - 2025-26

ROLE AND PURPOSE:

• Provide students with instruction in the absence of the regular classroom teacher. Enable students to develop competencies and skills to function successfully in society.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Certification:

• Bachelor's degree preferred
• Minimum of forty-five (45) accredited college hours required

Experience:

• Prior experience working with children preferred
• Minimum age of 21 required.

Skills:

• Ability to communicate (verbal and written), instruct, and maintain control under stress
• Ability to make rational and quick decisions.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• Arrive at campus 15-20 minutes prior to the start of class or scheduled duties.
• Report to the campus substitute coordinator upon arrival.
• Review schedule for the day and lesson plans provided by the teacher or designee.
• Maintain effective classroom management and support district standards and policies for discipline, safety, and health.
• Follow the lesson outlined by the absent teacher.
• Assume responsibility for student behavior in class and during the regular teacher's assigned duties and locations.
• Document a summary of the day, including assignments completed as well as positive and negative aspects of student behavior.
• Follow all policies, rules, and procedures to which regular teachers are subject and which good teaching practices dictate.
• Performs other duties as assigned by campus Principal or Substitute Coordinator.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Frequent walking, standing, and stooping.