Building Substitute

Permanent Substitute Teacher

To implement a daily instructional plan in an effective manner. To maintain a class environment favorable to learning and personal growth; to establish effective rapport with pupils while maintaining proper classroom management. To work effectively with the building administrator and other teachers to minimize any potential transition problems from the teacher to substitute and substitute to teacher.

• Meets and instructs assigned classes in the locations and at the times designated.
• Implements the instructional plans prepared by the teacher, or creates instructional plans in accordance with the district curriculum for long-term placement.
• Maintains a classroom climate that is conducive to learning.
• Maintains reasonable rules of conduct that encourage self-discipline and responsibility.
• Guides the learning process toward the achievement of the District curriculum and goals and the Illinois State Learning Standards as determined in the instructional plan for the day.
• Implements a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media as required in the instructional plan for the day.
• Acquaints self with and adheres to the policies and procedures established by the Board of Education and Administration.
• Implements Response to Intervention programs as prescribed in the instructional plan for the day.
• Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Maintains records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulations.
• Assists the administration in implementing all policies and rules governing student life and conduct.
• Serves as a positive role model for students, demonstrating professionalism that includes a positive attitude, respectful communication, and a professional appearance.
• Holds and communicates high expectations of student achievement and behavior.
• When in long-term assignments, attends staff meetings and performs actively on committees as required by administration.
• Meets accepted standards of professional behavior.
• Performs other tasks assigned by the administration or required for the effective implementation of district goals and policies.
• Administers assessments on a timely basis as directed by administration.
• Communicates effectively with parents when needed.
• Provides individualized and small group instruction as prescribed in the daily instructional plans.
• Supports the mission and vision of the district.
• Maintains a professional appearance.
• Maintains a professional and positive rapport with parents, co‑workers, administration, and school board.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Supervises classroom, students, paraprofessionals, and volunteers.

Education and/or Experience

Bachelor degree or higher.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Standard Substitute Certificate.

Language Skills

Ability to read and implement instructional plans; correspond with parents and administration; effectively present information and respond to questions from administration, parents, students, staff members, and the general public as requested.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to work with basic mathematical concepts.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to solve practical problems and interpret a variety of instructions in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Other

Skills and Abilities

Ability to maintain effective relationships with students, parents, peers, and administration; skilled in oral and written communication; ability to perform duties with awareness of district requirements and Board of Education policies.