Substitute Teacher

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title: Substitute Teacher Exemption Status: Non-exempt

Reports to: Principal Terms of Employment: Hourly

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Purpose: Coordinate, direct and carry out lesson plans and activities of the classroom teacher for whom he/she is substituting.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Substitute teachers are expected to arrive on campus at 7:45AM unless instructed otherwise when scheduled.
• The length of the school day for a substitute teacher is considered to be the same as for the regular teacher unless specified otherwise at time scheduled.
• The substitute teacher should report to the school office for assignment, specific directions and location of classroom and lesson plans.
• Maintain an orderly classroom during the school day.
• Follow all plans left by the regular classroom teacher.
• Request assistance from another teacher, department head or principal if there is a question or uncertainty about procedures.
• Assist students with their work, questions, or problems. Request help from another teacher or administrator if necessary.
• Assume responsibility for the care of textbooks, machines, equipment, technology, and supplies within the classroom or utilized by students.
• Leave student work and all plans for regular classroom teacher to find easily upon their return.
• Grade / correct student work as requested by regular classroom teacher as time permits.
• Leave notes for the teacher indicating work completed and any other pertinent information.
• Tidy classroom at end of day, replacing supplies, etc in proper storage places.
• Respect the confidentiality of teacher and student information.

Minimum Requirements:

18 years or older; HS diploma or equivalent: ability to pass a background check; available to work on short notice if needed; ability to carry out written instructions; possess basic computer skills; good verbal communication skills.

Disclaimer: The preceding job description has been written to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees in this job.

Rev 01/21/2021