Substitute Teacher

Substitute Teacher Job Description

In addition to a completed application, all substitute teacher applicants will need to complete a Substitute Training Course (even if you were previously a substitute) to be considered for a position. If you are selected to move forward in the application process after we review your completed application, additional information about the course will be provided.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED) (required).
• Preferred qualifications:
  
  Two (2) years of study at an institution of higher education; OR Associate's or higher degree; OR Knowledge and ability to assist in instruction in core subjects as verified by a rigorous state or local assessment (must pass the Paraprofessional Assessment Test)
• Satisfactorily complete the School District of DeSoto County Substitute Teacher Workshop
• Satisfactory criminal background check and drug screening.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of school procedures and policies.
• Ability to adapt to different situations and schedules.
• Knowledge of the techniques and procedures used in working with targeted student population.
• Ability to relate and communicate effectively with students, teachers, and parents.
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing.
• Ability to plan and/or implement instructional activities.
• Ability to operate or learn to operate a variety of technology and equipment.
• Ability to perform clerical responsibilities.
• Ability to cooperate and work as a member of a team.
• Physical ability to lift student if required by job assignment.

Reports To:

Director of Human Resources;
Principal or designee

Job Goal:
To provide instructional and technical assistance to meet the specialized needs of students in the absence of the teacher.

Supervises: N/A

Performance Responsibilities:

• Planning/Preparation
• Administrative/Management
• Assessment/Evaluation
• Intervention/Direct Services
• Collaboration

Physical Requirements:

Medium Work:
Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently and/or up to 10 pounds of force as needed to move objects.

Terms of Employment:
Salary and benefits shall be paid consistent with the district's approved compensation plan. Length of the work year and hours of employment shall be those established by the district.

Compensation:
Compensation for this position is HS DIPLOMA $15 P/H, COLLEGE W/O DEGREE $15 P/H, COLLEGE WITH AA/AS $16 P/H, COLLEGE WITH BA/BS $17 P/H

Evaluation:
Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board's policy on evaluation of personnel.