Substitute Teacher

JOB SUMMARY:

Provides instruction and manages classroom environments in the absence of the regular teacher.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Follows the regular teacher's lesson plans in a way that ensures consistency and optimal learning, and that encourages students to participate.
• Assigns classwork and homework as necessary, according to lesson plans.
• Modifies teaching style to fit the learning styles of various students.
• Supervises students out of class such as in the hallway and in the cafeteria.
• Takes attendance and documents daily notes.
• Ensures the classroom is kept clean and orderly.
• Compiles a report for the teacher when he/she returns.
• Maintains and respects confidentiality of student and school personnel information.
• Maintains discipline and classroom control that fosters a safe and positive learning environment for all students.
• Ensures the adequate supervision to assure health, welfare, and safety of all students.
• Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Reports to office upon arrival at school.
• Reports all student injuries, accidents, illnesses, and discipline problems to the appropriate authority immediately or as soon as is reasonably possible.
• Returns instructional materials, equipment, and keys to proper place.
• Complies with and supports school and state regulations and policies.
• Demonstrates proficiency in the WI Teaching Standards, district teaching expectations and delivery of the WI content standards, and federal or state laws pertaining to students.
• Performs all other duties as assigned by Administration.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Substitute Teaching License or Teaching License from the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction (DPI).

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in education or related field.
• Experience substitute teaching.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

1. Capable on a continuous basis of standing, sitting, reaching, grasping, bending, stooping, twisting; repetitive movement of both hands and feet; seeing with both near and far visual acuity and to hear.

2. Capable on a frequent basis of walking and moving, climbing stairs, lifting from floor to waist (up to #50), waist to shoulders (up to #25).

3. Capable on an occasional basis of pushing; pulling; lifting from shoulders to overhead (up to #25).

REPORTS TO:

Building Principal