Substitute: Teachers and Paraprofessionals

Job Description: Substitute Teacher/Aide/Clerk

Job Title:

Substitute Teacher/Aide/Clerk

Duty Days:

Reports to:

Principal

Pay Grade:

Dept/School:

Assigned

Pay Schedule:

Substitute Pay Schedule

Wage/Hour:

Date Revised:

8/2019

Primary Purpose

To enable each child to pursue his/her education as smoothly and completely as possible in the absence of the regular employee

Qualifications

Education/Certification

• 15 hours of college credit or waiver letter with detailed information on previous work with children in an educational environment. A copy of a transcript reflecting a minimum of 15 hours is required.
• Completed online application
• Completed New Hire and Substitute documents
• Copy of required I-9 documentation (See the list of allowable documentation on I-9 from under the New Substitute Documentation link on the Careers webpage)
• Certified teachers must provide a copy of their certification
• Attend mandatory Substitute Orientation - Scheduled with Human Resources Deprtment

Special Knowledge & Skills

• 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
• Effective organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to exercise self-control when dealing with students

Major Responsibilities and Duties

• Follows the teacher's written lesson plans. Consults with the principal and/or staff to resolve questions and/or concerns
• Complies with all building procedures and schedules. Promotes the proper use and care of school property
• Teaches scheduled classes. Prepares a written summary of work completed.
• Upholds board policies and follows administrative procedures
• Implements effective pupil management procedures. Maintains high standards and upholds the student conduct code
• Works cooperatively with other teachers
• Maintains accurate records and submits reports on time
• Respects personal privacy. Maintains the confidentiality of privileged information
• Maintains acceptable attendance record and is punctual
• Performs other specific job-related duties as directed
• Ability to effectively function on the Frontline substitute system

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors

The working conditions described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions and expectations.