Substitute Teacher- Certified

Overview

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Substitute Teacher

Certified Substitutes are paid $135.00 per full day and $67.50 per half day. Please see the WCA website for details on the committed substitute program for additional opportunities.

Responsible for following substitute plans and instructing students in appropriate subject area, in coordination with current curriculum and within the framework of state content standards.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily and in accordance with the Colorado Teacher Professional Practices. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Demonstrate a commitment to:
  • Understand, appreciate, and make accommodations for student diversity.
  • Include and engage families in the student's education.
  • Support all Windsor Charter Academy policies, procedures, and expectations.
  • Provide personal and professional excellence.
• Collaborate:
  • With teachers, support personnel, administrators, and colleagues to enhance instruction and improve student outcomes.
  • With colleagues in team and building-based meetings and discussions.
• Uphold a classroom environment which maximizes instructional time, supervise the safety and well-being of students in the classroom and all educational settings.
• Administer appropriate discipline when necessary.
• Implement the substitute teaching plans prepared by the regular classroom teacher.
• Instruct students in large, small, and one-on-one settings.
• Attend work and arrive in a timely manner.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• High School Diploma or Bachelor's degree
• Experience instructing students in a classroom setting preferred

• Criminal background check required for hire
• Valid Colorado substitute license

• Possess the following skills:
  • Oral and written communication skills
  • Conflict resolution skills
  • English language skills
  • Math skills
  • Interpersonal relations skills
  • Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Maintain confidentiality in all aspects of the job.
• Work supportively with other teachers, staff, and administrators to provide an effective learning environment.
• Communicate with students.
• Be a part of and work with a team.
• Manage multiple priorities.
• Manage multiple tasks with frequent interruptions.
• Maintain honesty and integrity in all aspects of the job.
• Adhere to attendance requirements, including regular and punctual employee presence.
• Communicate, interact, and work effectively and cooperatively with people from diverse ethnic and educational backgrounds.
• Recognize the importance of safety in the workplace, follow safety rules, practice safe work habits, utilize appropriate safety equipment, and report unsafe conditions to the appropriate administrator.

• Personal computers, peripherals, and media equipment
• Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe, and/or other software packages
• Typical educational/instructional technology equipment and programs
• Typical office equipment

The physical demands, work environment factors, and mental functions described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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