Elementary Long-Term Substitute

Position Type

Elementary School Teaching/ Grade - 2nd

Date Posted: 6/4/2026

Date Available:

August 2026

Dates Needed:
August 13, 2026 - November 6, 2026

Reports To
Principal

Position Summary
Assist children with the development of the skills and knowledge that lead to competence and maturity.

Essential Functions

Assess student achievement continuously, in order to design appropriate instruction. Administer standardized and criterion referenced tests according to district policies and procedures.

Establish a safe and comfortable environment for students, including reasonable guidelines and appropriate consequences for behavior.

Develop a thorough knowledge of the courses of study and implement them in the classroom, using a variety of instructional methods and materials.

Prepare clear and timely lesson plans, as required by the Principal that demonstrate knowledge of the courses of study and contain sound teaching and assessment methods.

Provide instruction that is appropriate for all students.

Schedule instructional time according to district and building guidelines.

Make effective use of resources and materials and care for them in a responsible manner.

Provide opportunities for students to share their achievements and display their products; for example, book publishing, fairs, bulletin board displays, contests and productions.

Keep accurate and detailed records, according to district and building rules. Record keeping requirements may vary with teaching assignments.

Prepare adequately for substitute teachers.

Observe the adopted daily building schedule, including starting and ending times for teachers and students, and perform all assigned duties; for example, cafeteria, recess, bus, hallway, field trips, emergency drills.

Attend all staff meetings, unless excused.

Serve on committees and participate in school activities in a professionally responsible manner.

Report to parents, in writing and at conferences, at regular intervals established by the district and/or building. The number and nature of reports may vary with the teaching assignment.

Communicate with parents on an ongoing basis, in a positive manner.

Work cooperatively with peers, administrators and support staff.

Make appropriate referrals of students for supplemental help; attend planning meetings as assigned, and implement individual plans.

Communicate with agencies, authorities and private practitioners, according to confidentiality guidelines and other district procedures.

Learn and implement the administrative procedures associated with the teaching assignment; for example, applying for a field trip.

Engage in continuous professional growth, including attending training sessions as assigned. Complete a professional development plan according to procedures adopted by the school district.

Use sound judgment, tact and diplomacy when interacting with students, parents and the community, and maintain the confidentiality of information that is not public domain.

Serve as a role model for students in the practice of ethical principles, responsible behavior and democratic values.

Other Duties and Responsibilities

Maintain an appropriate personal appearance.

Observe all safety and health regulations of the school district.

Perform other duties as assigned by the Principal, the Superintendent or his/her designees.

Required Knowledge,

Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of the appropriate academic areas and a variety of instructional designs and methods

Ability to work effectively with other adults in many different situations, including teams of teachers and conferences with parents.

Knowledge of child development and age appropriate activities.

Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing.

Effective active listening skills.

Well developed organizational and problem solving skills.

Basic knowledge of computer technology, or willingness to acquire and appropriately apply such knowledge.

Working Conditions

Potential exposure to blood, bodily fluids and tissue.

Occasional operation of a vehicle in inclement weather; that is, being prepared to come to school on all scheduled work days, except calamity days.

Some interaction with unruly children.

Potential interaction with angry or distraught adults.

Must be available for education related purposes outside the instructional day when requested to do so under reasonable terms.

Regular requirement to sit, stand, walk, talk, hear, see, read, reach with hands and arms.

Occasional requirement to lift, carry, push and pull various items; for example, books and supplies, up to a maximum of 25 lbs.

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