Interim Middle School Teacher

Location: Gibsonburg

Title:

SUBSTITUTE TEACHER

Reports to:

Assigned administrator/supervisor
Job Objective:
Implements lesson plans prepared by the absent teacher.

Note:

Substitute employees
may be required to perform ancillary duties assigned to the absent employee.

Minimum Qualifications:

* Holds/maintains required Ohio Department of Education credentials.

* Acts in accordance with the Licensure Code of Professional Conduct for Ohio Educators.

* Documents/maintains a record free of criminal violations that prohibit public school employment.

* Embraces high performance standards (e.g., discipline, engagement, proficiency, resilience, etc.).

Note:

Additional training may be required (e.g., blood borne pathogen, child abuse/neglect, communicable disease, CPR, first aid/injury prevention, nonviolent crisis intervention, etc.).

Essential Functions:

1. Maintains an in-depth knowledge of subject matter and pedagogy.

Implements best practices that support continuous improvement in student participation and achievement.

* Confirms responsibilities with assigned supervisor. Seeks guidance when directives are unclear.

* Informs the assigned supervisor when leaving the job site during scheduled working hours.

* Develops lesson plans consistent with state content standards and district curriculum goals.

* Aligns teaching strategies with the learning styles of students. Implements evidence-based instructional strategies that produce quantifiable benefits within
well-defined time frames.

* Helps students develop educational goals that are specific, relevant, measurable and attainable.

* Uses formative and summative assessments to track student progress. Provides timely feedback.

* Participates in team meetings when requested. Uses impartial inclusive assessment strategies to obtain objective student data. Plans student services relevant to needs.

* Advocates for students. Promotes access to inclusive educational opportunities for all students.

* Implements effective pupil management procedures. Uses positive behavioral support techniques to address disruptive student behavior.

* Helps students make good decisions and improve personal skills. Encourages creativity, critical-thinking, cultural awareness, democratic values, empathy, ethical behavior and self-reliance.

* Tracks data required by the school district. Prepares accurate, timely records.

* Monitors compliance reporting deadlines. Ensures the integrity and security of confidential materials. Complies with district records retention and disposal policies.

* Proctors mandated testing activities as directed. Upholds test security procedures.

* Makes the absent teacher aware of work completed and problems encountered.

2. Diligently attends to job details. Pursues quality results. Performs all aspects of the job.

* Develops mutually respectful relationships with co-workers. Functions as part of a
cohesive team.

* Maintains a professional appearance. Wears work attire appropriate for the position.

* Respects privacy. Resolutely maintains the confidentiality of privileged information.

* Sustains an acceptable attendance record. Consistently complies with established
work schedules.

3. Maintains open/effective communications. Serves as a reliable information resource.

* Fosters goodwill and encourages relationships that enhance public support for the district.

* Refers administrative procedure and district policy questions to an appropriate administrator.

* Resolves issues tactfully. Uses active listening/problem-solving techniques. Respects diversity.

4. Pursues opportunities to enhance personal performance.

* Keeps current with professional standards associated with work duties.

* Updates personal skills as needed to effectively utilize task-appropriate technology.

5. Keeps current with emergency preparedness and response procedures.

* Complies with health and safety protocols to mitigate workplace risks.

* Protects district property. Takes precautions to prevent the loss of equipment and supplies.

* Takes action to address harassment and/or aggressive behavior. Complies with all legal statutes when dealing with discrimination, inappropriate behavior or suspected child abuse/neglect.

6. Performs other specific…