Substitute - Teacher​/Paraeducator​/Secretary

Substitute – Teacher/Para educator/Secretary

Locations: Various sites – Leonardtown, Maryland (St. Mary's County Public Schools)

Starting Date: Immediately

Hourly rate: $15.10 – $23.00 per hour.

• HS Diploma/GED – $15.10–$16.10
• AA Degree – $17.00–$18.00
• BA Degree – $20.00–$21.00
• MA or Higher – $22.00–$23.00

Substitute teachers, para educators, and secretaries are hired to teach students and/or support the program in the absence of a regular teacher/para educator/secretary on a daily or long‑term basis.

• Professionally relate to and collaborate with coworkers, students, and community members.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Communicate orally and in writing.
• Use technology to complete tasks.
• Report to work daily and on time.
• Understand and follow written and oral directions.
• Exercise effective organizational skills.
• Understand the programs, policies, and procedures of St. Mary's County Public Schools.

• Perform all duties of a regular teacher in a classroom; may attend staff meetings and parent conferences.
• Complete all duties of a regular secretary to support the program administratively.
• Maintain effective working relationships with other employees and the public.
• Carry out the teacher's written lesson plans, mark assignments, and evaluate classroom work per policy.
• Record pupil absences according to procedures.
• Supervise students in the building, on grounds, or during field trips.
• Familiarize with and follow school and division procedures for routines and emergencies.
• Provide a clear written summary for the teacher of work covered and comments.
• Perform duties requested by teacher or administrator during planning periods.
• Maintain confidentiality in all settings.
• Use Smart Find Express absence management system.

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 18 years of age.
• Completed background check.
• Completed employee history verification forms.
• Completed substitute training course.
• Observed a classroom for at least half a day between the class date and intake meeting.
• Completed Vector Training (Safe Schools) videos.
• Completed at least 10 substitute jobs per school year.

Temporary hourly assignment.

The St. Mary's County Public School System does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, age, national origin, marital status or sexual orientation, religion, or disability in matters affecting employment or providing access to programs.