Substitute Teacher

Tulsa Legacy Charter School (TLCS) substitute teachers are more than instructional staff members and classroom managers. They help transform children’s lives by creating opportunities for a brighter future. We are seeking teachers who will make the commitment to teach with determination, integrity and purpose, embodying these essential qualities:

• Past experiences and actions reflect a commitment to the TLCS mission, vision, core values

• A passion and ability to build and sustain the TLCS model in a high need, urban environment

• Work in schools that demonstrates a sense of urgency and the relentless pursuit of high academic student achievement

• Reflective, self-aware and adaptable to communication and work styles of others

• Critical thinker and problem solver who takes initiative

• Belief in the power of collaboration and works to build a collaborative culture with TLCS network, community, staff, families and students

A Legacy substitute teacher works to create and enhance a culture of achievement and respect where high expectations and results are the norm. All substitute teachers’ actions must always be aligned with our mission, vision, core values and education program. The essential functions for our substitute teachers are as follows:

• Implement lesson plans left by classroom teacher

• Adhere to the daily routine and schedule provided by classroom

• Consult with Director of Operations or School Leader if additional materials and activities are needed

• Present academic content through a variety of instructional strategies to reach all

• Maintain a safe and productive learning environment. Implement classroom procedures, systems, and routines that provide structure for students and maximize instructional learning time

• Communicate and enforce high expectations and standards for behavior and academic performance to maintain a strong culture of achievement and respect

• Establish, model, practice, and reinforce age-appropriate rules and logical consequences

• Fulfill all outlined and related functions professionally, timely and thoroughly