Substitute Teacher (Long Term)

Rev. 8/18/2011

Job Title:

Substitute Teacher (Long Term)

Wage/Hour Status: Dept./School:

Non Exempt

Reports to: Campus Director Position Summary:

Teaches and facilitates learning for students in a Responsive Education Solutions (ResponsiveEd) school, maintaining academic progress, discipline and records. Works with parents and students to provide and implement individualized education to meet the needs of all students. Qualifications: Education/Certification Must be No Child Left Behind (NCLB) Highly Qualified (HQ) with a minimum of a Bachelor's degree (B.A.or B.S.) from four-year College or University. In addition to the four degree one of the following must also be met for HQ status: (1) Texas State Teachers Certification in subject to be taught; (2) major in core academic area (i.e. 24 credit hours in core academic area; with 12 of which are upper level credit hours); (3) or passing score on an ExCET/TExES core academic area examination. Another option to achieve HQ status is to have a Graduate degree in a core academic area. Teachers Certification recommended but not required. Experience Must meet NCLB Highly Qualified requirements (see above). Teaching experience in a Public School is preferred. Teachers Certification recommended but not required. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)

Must have a passion for children. Must have the ability and patience to work interactively with children. Must have basic knowledge of federal and state education laws. Must be computer literate. Must have strong organizational, time management, communication, and interpersonal skills. Must be able to learn and implement teaching curriculum software programs and instruct students on utilization. Must have the ability to understand the individual needs of each student and develop Individual Education Plans (IEPs). Must have a clear understanding of goal setting for students and the individualized approach. Must have the ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships.

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Must have the ability to communicate with all levels of students, their parents, the community, peers, administrative staff, Campus Directors, Superintendents, and corporate staff. Must have the ability to interpret policy, procedures, and student data such as diagnostic test results, state assessments scoring, transcripts, and grade point average. Must have the ability to transition with changes. Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills. Must have the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively. Must have the ability to travel as necessary.

Preferred KSAs

General knowledge of curriculum and instruction preferred.

Responsibilities and Duties: The Substitute Teacher will be responsible for the Instructional and Program Management for all students assigned. The Substitute Teacher will administer and monitor Diagnostic Tests to determine a students performance level and assigns curriculum accordingly. The Substitute Teacher must prepare academic projections for all students 9th grade and higher and prepares a course of study following curriculum guidelines or requirements of state and school. The Substitute Teacher will instruct and motivate students in all course study. The Substitute Teacher will assign lessons and correct homework. The Substitute Teacher will administer tests to evaluate students progress, records results, and issues reports to inform parents of progress. The Substitute Teacher will maintain discipline in the classroom. The Substitute Teacher will maintain a learning center that is conducive to learning, safe, attractive and stimulating. The Substitute Teacher will set a good housekeeping example in the learning center and encourages students to follow this example. The Substitute Teacher will schedule periodic meetings with parents to discuss student progress and problems. The Substitute Teacher will participate in faculty and professional meetings, educational conferences and teacher training workshops. The Substitute Teacher will inspire students with consistency, care, and interest to build students self-esteem and promote continued success. The Substitute Teacher will praise students, compliment them and encourages them in order to build character. The Substitute Teacher will utilize a variety of learning methods to enhance the students learning experiences. The Substitute Teacher will prepare an individualized education plan (IEP) to promote students success on the states assessment exams (TAKS, TEKS, and STAAR). The Substitute Teacher will work closely with the Special Education teacher to ensure special education students modifications are being implemented. The Substitute Teacher will perform related duties such as assisting students in selecting courses of study, counseling students in adjustment and academic problems, and sponsoring one or more activities or student organizations.
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The Substitute Teacher will conduct student assemblies as necessary. Other Responsibilities and Duties: The Substitute Teacher will master the ResponsiveEds Individualized Learning System in order to assist the students in mastering the system. The Substitute Teacher will read and comply with the ResponsiveEd Procedures Manual, Student Handbook, Student Code of Conduct, and the Employee Handbook. The Substitute Teacher will perform special projects, during and after normal business hours, and other duties as assigned. The Substitute Teacher will travel as required. Supervisory Responsibilities: The Substitute Teacher will directly supervise one to two Paraprofessionals as necessary. The teacher will carry out the supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the ResponsiveEd policies and procedures. The teacher will be responsible for training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; and addressing complaints and resolving problems. Equipment Used: All equipment required to perform jobs duties and task previously described. This does not include software packages, etc. Physical / Environmental Factors: The physical demands 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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