Substitute - Classroom Job Dripping Springs Texas USA,Education / Teaching

Position: 25-26 New Substitute - Classroom
Location: Dripping Springs

Job Title:Substitute Teacher/Aide

Wage/Hour Status:Exempt

Reports to: Principal

Pay Grade: $110 - $150 per day, in accordance with DSISD Compensation Plan

Dept./School:Assigned Campus

Date Revised: 5.24.2025

Substitute Pay Information

Teachers and Instructional Aides:
Texas Certifed Teacher rates:
$120.00 a day for the first ten days
$150.00 a day after ten days for the same teacher*

Non-Certified rates:
$110.00 a day for the first ten days
$130.00 a day after ten days for the same teacher*

* Teacher and aide substitutes will receive back pay at the long-term rate after working ten consecutive days in the same long-term assignment, and continue at the long-term rate throughout the remainder of that assignment.

Campus Receptionist, Clerical/Technical Substitute:
$110.00 per day

Primary Purpose:

In the absence of the regular classroom teacher or instructional aide, uphold/provide appropriate learning activities, experiences and classroom management for students to fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical and social growth. Enable students to develop competencies and skills to function successfully in society.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification/Other Requirements:

High School diploma is required.
Bachelor’s Degree is preferred.
Texas Teaching Certificate is preferred.

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Knowledge of subject areas assigned
Ability to maintain effective classroom management
Ability to instruct students
Knowledge of child growth and development
Ability to follow oral and written directions
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to establish effective working relationships with staff

Experience/Other Requirements:

Must pass a fingerprint-based background check.
Must be 18 years old for Elementary jobs
Must be 21 years old for Secondary jobs
Must attend substitute teacher orientation

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Classroom Management and Instruction

Follow established substitute arrival and dismissal protocols

Meet and instruct assigned classes in the locations and at the times designated

Follow the daily lesson plans provided by the classroom teacher or designee

Present the subject matter according to guidelines established by the Texas Education Agency, board policies, and administrative regulations

Present for students a positive role model that supports the mission of the school district

Create a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interest of students

Demonstrate flexibility and willingness to adapt to changes in a regular school day

Follow the established classroom discipline management plan, maintain order in the classroom, and administer discipline in accordance with board policies and administrative regulations per instructions provided by the regular teacher

Protect and respect the confidentiality of the students being supervised

Encourage students to set and maintain standards of classroom behavior

Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect equipment, materials and facilities

Manage allotted learning time to maximize student achievement

Dismiss students according to instructions

Professional Standards and Communication

Evaluate and provide feedback on student progress during instruction

Immediately report to campus administration cases of injury or illness, or disruptions due to behavior or disciplinary situations

Document lessons presented and activities completed to be reviewed by the regular classroom teacher upon his/her return

Maintain a professional relationship with all colleagues, students, parents, and community members

Demonstrate human relations skills that are professional, ethical and responsible

Promote the school in a positive manner within the school and community

Keep informed of and comply with state, district, and school regulations and policies for classroom teachers

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None.

Working Conditions:

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

The ability to move from one location to another throughout the building and/or the district is required. Frequent walking, standing, stooping, lifting up to approximately 30 pounds and occasional lifting of equipment and/or materials weighing up…


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