Substitute Teacher

Location

District Wide

In the absence of the classroom teacher, the substitute teacher or aide provides instruction, encourages student progress, and manages the learning environment, providing a well‑organized, smooth functioning class environment in which students can take full advantage of the instructional program and available resource materials.

• Education/Certification:
  
  High School diploma or GED.
• Education/Certification:
  
  Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university (preferred);
  Valid Texas teaching certificate, with required endorsements for subject/level assigned (preferred).
• Special Knowledge/
  
  Skills:
  
  Ability to instruct and communicate (both verbally and in writing) effectively; ability to successfully interact with students, professional employees, parents, and district patrons. Such additions and alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board of Trustees may find appropriate.

• Non‑Degreed/Uncertified: $95 a day
• Four‑Year Degree: $105 a day
• Certified Teachers: $125 a day

• Part‑Time
• If accepted into the SISD substitute pool, you will have reasonable assurance for continued substitute employment after school‑year breaks and summer break. Annual training is required at the beginning of each school year.

• Follows professional practices consistent with school and system policies in working with students, students’ records, parents, and colleagues.
• Is punctual and conducts assigned classes at the times scheduled.
• Enforces regulations concerning student conduct and discipline while maintaining student confidentiality.
• Implements and follows lesson plans as required by school policy, while ensuring the integrity of academic time and in a manner which motivates the students to learn and participate.
• Ensures the adequate supervision including out‑of‑class settings to assure health, welfare, and safety of all students.
• Reports all student injuries, accidents, illnesses, and discipline problems to the appropriate authority immediately or as soon as is reasonably possible.
• Completes a Substitute Teacher Report Form for the regular classroom teacher.
• Models correct use of oral and written language.
• Maintains accurate, complete and appropriate records and files. Takes precautions to protect records, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Assigns reasonable tasks and homework to students.