Substitute Teacher

Position: Substitute Teacher - All Buildings This position does NOT include Health Benefits Description: Under the general supervision of the School Principal, to facilitate student success and growth in academic and interpersonal skills through implementing district approved curriculum; documenting teaching and student progress/activities/outcomes; addressing specific educational needs of individual students and by creating a flexible, safe and optimal learning environment; and providing feedback to students, parents and administration regarding student progress, expectations, goals, etc. To teach according to the provided courses of study Qualifications: * Bachelor's degree or equivalent from a four-year college or university preferred * Appropriate State of Ohio certifications/license for a substitute * Prior teaching experience is preferable but not required * Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent and/or Board of Education may find appropriate Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: * Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiates instruction based upon student learning styles. * Skills that foster and facilitate learning and classroom management * Educational pedagogy * Student/teacher relationship * Professionalism * Knowledge of curriculum and concepts. * Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans. * Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students. * Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed. * Ability to organize and coordinate work. * Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents. * Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth. * Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work. Essential Functions: * Ensure safety of students * Demonstrate knowledge of subject matter and present clear, complete and accurate explanations utilizing a variety of instructional techniques and media suitable to the level of learners * Maintain respect at all times for confidential information * Attend meetings, in-services and/or training programs as required per negotiated agreement and Superintendent or designee * Refer students suspected of learning difficulties to the intervention assistance team * Observe ethics of the teaching profession * Follow/support/carry out the district and building mission statement * Refer attendance, health, and psychological/emotional problems to Principal and/or Guidance Counselor * Develop and administers school elementary curriculum consistent with school district goals and objectives. * Promote a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction, and student learning. * Develop lesson plans and instructional materials and translates lesson plans into learning experiences so as to best utilize the available time for instruction * Conduct ongoing assessment of student learning, and modifies instructional methods to fit individual student's needs, including students with special needs; conducts individual and small group instruction as needed. * Instruct students in the principles of responsible citizenship and other subject matters specified in applicable laws, as well as administrative regulations and procedures of the c school system. * Continue to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research. * Organize and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievement and attendance as required by district procedures and applicable laws. * Encourage parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents. * Ensure that student conduct conforms to the school's standards and school district policies, and establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom. * Coordinate with other elementary professional staff members, especially within grade level, to evaluate and assess curriculum, and participates in faculty meetings and committees. * Select and requisitions appropriate books, instructional aids and other supplies and equipment and maintains inventory records. * Supervise students in activities that take place out of the classroom during the school day, including activities involving school transportation. * Administer standardized tests in accordance with District testing programs. Other Duties and Responsibilities: * Maintain and improve professional competence by attending professional seminars, workshops, in-services, etc. to keep current on relevant issues * Support school, enforce school rules and policies and work collaboratively with team members * Perform other duties as assigned by the Building Principal or designee Equipment: * Uses standard office equipment such as personal computers, printer, copy and fax machines, and telephone.

Created: 2025-09-27