Position Function/Purpose

TEACHER: In the absence of the regular classroom teacher, the substitute upholds/provides appropriate learning activities, experiences and classroom management for students to fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical and social growth. Enable students to develop competencies and skills to function successfully in society.

Major Responsibilities (substitute teacher)

1. Meet and instruct assigned classes in the locations and at the times designated

2. Follow the daily lesson plans provided by the classroom teacher or designee

3. Manage allotted learning time to maximize student achievement

4. Present the subject matter according to guidelines established by Texas Education Agency, board policies and administrative regulations

5. Evaluate and provide feedback on student progress during instruction

6. Present for students a positive role model that supports the mission of the school district

7. Promote the school in a positive manner within the school and community

8. Use acceptable communication skills to present information accurately and clearly to colleagues, students, parents and community

9. Create a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interest students

10. Demonstrate flexibility and willingness to adapt to changes in a regular school day

11. Follow the established classroom discipline management plan, maintain order in the classroom and administer discipline in accordance with board policies and administrative regulations per instructions provided by the regular teacher.

Major Responsibilities (cont.)

12. Protect and respect the confidentiality of the students under your supervision

13. Maintain a professional relationship with all colleagues, students, parents and community members

14. Encourage students to set and maintain standards of classroom behavior

15. Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect equipment, materials and facilities

16. Provide as much as possible, a safe environment to protect students

17. Report immediately to the appropriate authorities in case on injury, illness or disruptions due to behavior or disciplinary situations

18. Document lessons presented and activities completed to be reviewed by the regular classroom teacher upon his/her return

19. Dismiss students according to instructions

20. Follow established substitute arrival and dismissal protocols

21. Comply with and support district and school regulations and policies

22. Model non-discriminatory practices in all activities

23. Perform other related duties as assigned by building administrator(s) in accordance with district/school policies and practices

Qualification Requirements

Ability to communicate (verbal and written), instruct and maintain emotional control under stress. Knowledge of subject areas assigned, general knowledge of curriculum and instruction as well as good knowledge of child growth and development. Must be able to follow oral and written directions and have the ability to establish effective working relationships with staff and students. Ability to maintain effective classroom management strategies as required.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations will be made if necessary while performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; stand; move throughout the room and/or facility; communicate verbally and electronically; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; kneel, stoop, crouch, and/or crawl; and climb or balance. Regularly required to lift or exert force of up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus. Regular attendance required.

Equipment used

telephone

Computer and printer

Calculator

Copy Machine

Work Environment

The environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Must be able to maintain emotional control under stress. Occasionally required to travel to facilities within the district. May be required to work after school and weekends.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive description of all work requirements and responsibilities. Additionally, the minimum level of education noted as a requirement could be supplemented by commensurate experience and/or certification(s) as determined by the hiring manager.