Substitute Teacher

Substitute Teacher

Responsible for providing classroom coverage by following lesson plans, maintaining a positive and safe learning environment, supervising students, and supporting daily school activities. Ensures student confidentiality, follows emergency procedures, and assists with classroom, lunchroom, bus, and other assigned duties while maintaining flexibility and professionalism.

Responsibilities:

• Report to the educational office each morning upon arrival and each afternoon after dismissal.
• Follow teacher lesson plans and assume all duties of the classroom teacher or educational assistant in accordance with school rules.
• This may include lunchroom duty, bus duty, hall duty or other duties assigned by the building administrator(s).
• Familiarize self with the school emergency procedures and student medical needs as outlined in the substitute folder in each classroom.
• Maintain normal classroom routines as much as possible.
• Supervise students at all times and maintain a positive learning environment. Any major discipline issues should be reported to building level administrator(s) immediately.
• Protect confidentiality of all students. Any observations or conversations involving students should be considered confidential and should only be discussed with building level administrator(s).

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Two years of college or a Bachelor's degree preferred
• Valid TN teaching license

Skills:

• Excellence
• Optimism
• Sound Judgment
• Courage
• Teamwork
• Some experience working with children who have special needs

Preferred:

• Basic knowledge and ability on how to use a computer
• Ability to be flexible and follow directions
• Dependable with good attendance and punctuality