Long Term Sub - Gurney Elementary - STEM

Long Term Sub - Gurney Elementary - STEM

• Position Type:
  Substitute/ Substitute Teacher
• Date Posted:
  9/10/2026

Description:
Long-Term Substitute Teacher - Gurney Elementary - STEM
Estimated:
Sept. 2026 - Nov. 2026
Licensure:
Early Childhood (PreK–3) License, Primary (PreK–5)

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 according to the Licensure Code of Professional Conduct for Ohio Educators.

• Embraces high-performance standards (e.g., engagement, proficiency, resilience, etc.).

• Maintains a record free of criminal violations that prohibit public school employment.
Preferred Attributes:
Active listening, creative problem solving, and good time management skills.
Physical Demand Level1:
Sedentary strength (seldom lifting/carrying more than 11 lbs.). Duties
require communicating verbally, far/near visual acuity, fine/gross manipulation, reaching at or below
shoulder height, standing/walking, stooping, and using a traditional keyboard.
1 Abridged listing of U.S. Department of Labor physical demand characteristics.

Note:

Legally acceptable alternative qualifications, additional assignment-specific skills, and other
physical demands deemed appropriate by the board may be delineated at the time of appointment.

Essential Functions:

1. Maintains in-depth knowledge of subject matter and pedagogy. Implements best practices that support continuous improvement in student participation and achievement.

• Seeks guidance and confirms responsibilities when directives are unclear.

• Notifies the assigned supervisor when leaving the job site during scheduled working hours.

• Develops lesson plans consistent with state learning 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.

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

• Participates in team meetings when requested. Helps plan services relevant to needs. Supports student access to inclusive educational opportunities.

• Uses positive behavioral interventions and supports to maintain discipline. Helps students acquire appropriate functional skills (e.g., communication, self-regulation, socialization, etc.).

• Tracks data required by the school district. Prepares accurate, timely records. Monitors reporting
deadlines. 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. Ensures the veracity and security of confidential 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.

• Supports equality, diversity, and inclusion. Uses tact and diplomacy to resolve differences fairly.
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