Building Substitute Teacher - Elementary

Building Substitute Teacher
- Elementary

Waterloo Community School District IRVING
- Waterloo, Iowa Open in Google Maps

Job : 5692341
Final date to receive applications: Sep 30, 2026 4:30 PM (Central Standard Time)
Re-Posted: Aug 13, 2026 5:0 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 1, 2026

Title
:
Building Substitute Teacher

FLSA Status
:
Exempt

Classification
:
Administrative Support

Immediate Supervisor
:
Director of Human Resources and assigned building principal

Job Summary

This position is responsible for creating an environment which enables each student to pursue their education as smoothly and completely as possible in the absence of their regular teacher. A Building Substitute Teacher provides instruction, encourages a student’s progress and manages the learning environment.

Hiring Specifications

Education

• Appropriate degree(s) earned from an accredited college or university

Certification

• Substitute Authorization, License, or other qualifying license with the Iowa BOEE

Experience

• Dependent on specific open position

Skills, Knowledge & Abilities:

• Ability to work effectively, cooperatively and respectfully with staff, parents and community members regardless of race, creed, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, ethnic/national origin, religion, marital status, age, socio-economic status or disability
• Knowledge of processes to address cultural diversity and associated issues related to student performance and instructional methodology
• Demonstrated record of commitment and sensitivity to affirmative action, equal opportunity and human rights
• Demonstrated experience as a self-starter
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Good organizational skills
• Ability to accomplish tasks through the group process
• Ability to recognize sensitive issues and maintain confidentiality
• Demonstrated conflict resolution skills
• Technology Requirements
• Basic computer skills (computer navigation, email, web browser, Employee Portal)
• Intermediate computer skills (Google Suites, search function, student information systems, basis promethean)
• High computer skills (familiarity with Education Tech Tools, Informational systems specific to position)
• Ability to reach all skill levels listed if not already acquired

Supervision of Others

• Para educators assisting in classroom
• Student teachers as necessary

Personal Contacts

• Students and families
• All district personnel
• Volunteers
• Community members

Job Duties

• Implements existing lesson plans in a manner that ensures the integrity of academic time and motivates students to learn and participate.
• Instructs students regarding a variety of classroom topics and courses of instruction.
• Follows lesson plans as required by the assigned school.
• Assigns reasonable tasks and homework to students in accordance with the lesson plans.
• Addresses the various learning styles of the students accordingly.
• Facilitates the personal, social and intellectual development of students.
• Establishes a positive learning environment and responds to the individual needs of students.
• Ensures that all activities conform to district and building rules and regulations.
• Demonstrates professional practices in teaching.
• Effectively assesses student performance and provides students with effective feedback.
• Remains present in the classroom and interacts with students when class is in session.
• Assists with supervision of hallways, playgrounds and parking lots, as requested between classes and before/after school.
• Discusses any serious problems that may occur while on duty with the building administrator.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the building administrator or designee.
• For long-term assignments, you may be required to:

• Develop appropriate lesson plans.
• Create, administer and grade tests/assignments.
• Participate…