Substitute Teachers

Payette School District is embedded in an historic rural community on the Idaho-Oregon border at the mouth of the Payette River. It boasts generational connectedness with a rich heritage of successful graduates that include Warren McCain, Harmon Killebrew and Senator James McClure. Payette schools is an environment of champions both in the classroom and the community. Our dedicated and caring staff arrive each day ready to teach our students

Payette students are prepared to be leaders, innovators, and difference makers in the classroom and the world, with support from a variety of programs, such as robotics, performing arts, career technical education, athletics, clubs, makerspace, academic competitions and more.

Payette Schools is excited about finding additional highly qualified professionals, committed to pursuing our vision to teach and inspire our future generations.

People, preparation, progress, Payette!

Vision:

Students will attain success through education such that each graduates with measurable college or career readiness.

Mission:

The Payette School District will provide rigorous, high quality instruction aligned to state standards in a collaborative, safe learning environment resulting in high student achievement.

The Payette School District is currently taking applications for Substitute Teachers for the  School Year.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Previous aide or substitute teaching experience preferred
• Demonstrated ability to assist with instructional activities
• Ability to maintain a positive learning environment
• Works well with students, staff, parents and the public
• Excellent organizational skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITY TO

Classroom Teacher, Office staff and Building Principal

JOB SUMMARY

Follow the directions outlined by the regular teacher in achieving the educational goals and objectives of all students through individual, small group, or whole group instruction in the absence of the classroom teacher.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Working with Students

• Maintain high academic standards and expectations
• Maintains high standards of ethical behavior and confidentiality of student information
• Maintain as possible the established routines and procedures of the school and classroom to which assigned
• Assist students in locating prescribed instructional materials and starting their assignments
• Assist with the supervision of students during emergency drills, assemblies, play periods, and field trips
• Consults as appropriate with the building administrator or department head before initiating any teaching or other procedures not specified in the teacher’s plans
• Assumes responsibility for overseeing pupil behavior in class and during recess periods as assigned by the building administrator
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities
• Seek assistance should emergencies arise
• Represent the school district in a positive manner
• Know and follow school district policy and chain of command
• Completes a written report for the absent teacher on the day’s activities at the conclusion of each teaching day
• Follows all policies, rules, and procedures to which regular teachers are subject and which good teaching practice dictates
• Leaves the room in an orderly condition, with all supplies and equipment returned to proper storage area
• All equipment is to be turned off
• Performs the regular teacher’s lunch or recess duties
• Reports any major disciplinary problems to the building administrator
• Performs all other duties as assigned
• Sign up, and become familiar with "Ready Sub" to accept open substitute positions posted.

Compensation

The daily rate for a substitute is $120 per day and $60 per half day.

A background check through the State Department of Education must be submitted prior to employment. Two forms of identification will be required (drivers license and social security card).The fee for the background check is $28.25, payable to:
Idaho State Dept. of Ed. The fingerprinting for the background check is conducted at the District Office, by appointment only .

Terms of Employment

This position shall be considered in all respects “employment at will”. The “employment period” and other descriptions and terms set forth in this job description shall not create a property right for the employee. These are set forth only to advise the employee of when and what type of services will be required by the district so long as the employment continues.

Payette School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Positions are open until filled. All recommendations for hire are tentative offers. Employment is contingent upon board approval, and successful completion of a federal background check and drug-free workplace pre-employment screening (if required for the position). Regular attendance is an essential function of this position.