Substitute Teacher

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:  School year 2026-2027 

QUALIFICATIONS

1. Must obtain and maintain required DESE certification as Substitute Teacher
2. Well organized, good time manager, flexible
3. Self-starter, reliable
4. Must provide personal transportation to and from substitute assignments
5. Must pass background check

JOB SUMMARY

The Substitute Teacher will assist students in learning the appropriate subject matter and skills as designated by the lessons plans of the teacher.

REQUIRED EXPECTATIONS

• Be punctual and have consistent and regular attendance.
• Ensure the safety and well-being of each child by responding to their emotional, social and physical needs, as well as their education needs.
• Supports the mission of the Webb City R-7 School District.
• Supports the value of education.
• Complies with the privacy rights of students; safeguards confidential and/or sensitive information.
• Utilize developmentally appropriate practice and best practice methods at all times.
• Be warm and nurturing with students.
• Be customer service oriented and professional.
• Provide excellent customer service according to the standard of the District.
• Works to meet goals of the department and District with a spirit of cooperation.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

The duties of the Substitute Teacher will include, but are not limited to the following:

• Maintain a positive learning environment and respond to the individual needs of the students.
• Implement effective lessons in the absence of the regular teacher.
• Ensure District policies are observed during all activities.
• Create a safe classroom environment that is conducive to learning. 
• Keep all students in the classroom under supervision at all times.
• Be familiar with fire exits, fire drill procedures, sever storm and tornado warning procedures.
• Review notes for the day, take attendance and follow the lesson plans of the teacher.
• Maintain confidentiality as defined by the Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA).
• Demonstrate the ability to adapt to circumstances. Exhibit good judgment and use appropriate language or behavior while on assignment.
• Report to the office upon arrival.
• Maintain appropriate records (i.e. checking test papers, recording grades, student assignments for homework, projects and necessary clerical work required to maintain student records for a teacher who is absent, etc.).
• Provide assistance for students who need special instruction/accommodations.
• Provide for individualized and small group assistance for students as indicated by lesson plans.
• Leave communications for the teacher.
• Demonstrate professionalism and appropriate judgment in behavior, speech, dress and appropriate professional manner for the work setting.
• Models positive behavior for students (i.e. inter-personal communication, processes, social interactions, etc.) for the purpose of providing educational and life skills training.
• Demonstrate effective human relations and communication skills.
• Adhere to good safety practices.
• Ability to understand and adhere to all District rules, regulations and policies.
• All other duties as required or assigned.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to:

• stand, walk, sit and talk/hear;
• occasionally required to reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl;
• occasionally push, pull or lift up to 50 lbs; and
• be able to see, including close, distance and depth perception.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.