Substitute - Teacher​/Paraprofessional

Substitute Teacher/Paraprofessional

Performs related duties of a teacher to provide continuity in the day-to-day responsibilities during the absence of the regular employee.

Note:

Substitute employees are employed on an as needed, on-call, day-to-day basis and are not guaranteed work on a regular basis. There are no benefits associated with substitute employment.

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED.
• Must be at least 20 years of age.
• Successful completion of Bulloch County Schools' online substitute training.
• Experience working with a diverse group of people.
• Embodies the core values of the district; relational, purposeful, reflective, resourceful, courageous and accountable.
• Must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential function of the position. When appropriate, reasonable accommodations will be provided to afford persons with disabilities an opportunity to perform the essential functions of the position.
• Must be able to provide a criminal background check with results that adhere to Bulloch County Board of Education Policy GAK(1).

Also, meet one (1) of the following qualifications:

• Possess a valid Teaching Certificate or Georgia PSC Certificate of Eligibility
• Possess a valid Paraprofessional License or have passed the GACE Parapro Assessment
• College Transcripts showing at least sixty (60) semester hours
• Possess a Substitute Teacher training certificate

Preferred Qualifications:

• Higher education.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manages classroom and provides instructions according to plans as prepared by the classroom teacher.
• Provides a classroom environment which promotes active learning.
• Works with students to help reinforce learning objectives.
• Adheres to all Bulloch County Board of Education policies and procedures.
• Uses appropriate judgement to act in the best interest of students at all times.
• Protects and respects the confidentiality of the students under his/her supervision.
• Looks after the mental, emotional and physical well-being of the students. Ensures that student's safety and security is always treated as the top priority.
• Reports immediately to the appropriate authorities in case of student injury or illness.
• Keeps a report of the activities followed and study plans, so as to be referred by the permanent teacher on their return.
• Looks after the school property, equipment and the belongings of the students while they are in class.
• Performs other duties as requested.

Performance Factors:

• Light Work
• Interaction with Others
• Concentration
• Stressful Circumstances
• Independent Judgment
• Organizational Skills
• Public Contact
• Attendance and Dependability

Evaluation:
Performance will be evaluated annually by the Superintendent or designated supervisor in accordance with Policy GBI - Evaluation of Personnel.

Job descriptions are designed and intended only to summarize the essential duties, responsibilities, qualifications, and requirements for the purpose of clarifying the general nature and scope of a position's role. Job descriptions do not list all tasks an employee might be expected to perform.