Long-Term Substitute Science Teacher

Hastings MS

Position: Long-Term Substitute Science Teacher (8/10/2026 - 10/21/2026)

Licensure: 4-9 Science Preferred;
Substitute Teaching License

Reports to: Principal

Employment Status: Substitute ESCCO

FLSA Status: Exempt

Salary: 1-10 days $150/day; 11-20 days $165/day; 21-60 days $190/day; >60 days BA Step 0 (same rate);
Employee of ESCCO

Description: Instruct students in science, serve as a role model, help students learn subject matter and skills, create an effective learning environment, and guide students toward curricular goals.

• Bachelor's degree in education with an appropriate subject area from a four-year college or university
• Appropriate State of Ohio licensure
• Prior teaching experience
• Alternatives to the above may be considered by the Superintendent or Board of Education

• Knowledge of academic area and teaching methodology
• Basic knowledge of other subject matter
• Ability to work effectively with others and communicate ideas clearly, both orally and in writing
• Effective listening, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Record-keeping skills and classroom management skills
• Experience working with children and training in varied instructional design
• Computer and word-processing skills

• Ensure student safety
• Teach and evaluate students using sound instructional practices
• Manage classroom and student behavior
• Prepare clear, timely lesson plans and maintain accurate records
• Provide guidance to promote educational development
• Attend parent-teacher conferences and distribute assignments
• Assess student progress regularly
• Maintain classroom equipment and materials
• Follow state standards and instructional program sequence
• Collaborate with colleagues and attend required meetings and in-services
• Use instructional strategies that incorporate content standards
• Report attendance, health, or behavioral concerns to Principal or Guidance Counselor
• Conduct parent communication and present information to Superintendent or Board
• Act as teacher, facilitator, and mentor for new teachers when requested
• Assist in selection of textbooks, equipment, and educational materials

• Promote good public relations
• Supervise student teachers
• Respond to routine questions promptly
• Perform other duties as assigned
• Maintain professional competence through seminars and workshops
• Counsel, advise, encourage, and motivate students

• Computer, calculator, telephone, subject-specific equipment, printer, TV/DVD player, copy machine

• Occasional exposure to blood, bodily fluids, and tissue
• Occasional interaction with unruly children
• Occasional lifting up to 25 pounds
• Frequent moving and operating equipment throughout school

Policies – Alcohol and drug-free environment required.

Non-Discrimination Statement: The Upper Arlington City School District Board of Education does not discriminate on basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation and transgender identity, disability, age, religion, military status, ancestry, genetic information, or any other legally protected category.

This job description is subject to change and does not constitute a contract. Additional duties may be assigned by the incumbent’s supervisor or appointing authority.