Substitute Teacher (Grades 9-12)

Substitute Teacher (Grades 9-12) JobID: 243

Position Type:

Substitute/Substitute Teacher

Date Posted:

7/1/2022

Location:

Atlantic County Institute of Technology

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Substitute Teacher

Position Purpose

• To manage a classroom in the absence of the regular teacher and to deliver lesson presentations in a way that is age-appropriate for the class.

Essential Functions

• Reports to the office upon arrival at school

• Checks for messages or materials requiring immediate attention

• Requests clarification of school rules and procedures if necessary

• Arrives in the classroom on schedule to greet students and remains in the assigned classroom so that students are effectively supervised

• Maintains discipline and classroom control in order to promote active learning in the classroom while teaching the outlined lesson and implementing the lesson plan(s)

• Maintains the established routines and procedures of the school and classroom to which he/she is assigned

• Delivers lesson presentations in a way that is age-appropriate for the class and meets the individual needs, interests and ability levels of all pupils

• Budgets class time effectively

• Ensures the adequate supervision to assure health, welfare and safety of all students

• Reports all student injuries, accidents, illnesses and discipline problems to the appropriate administrator as soon as possible

• Follows the schedule durint the school day and remains in the assigned classroom until all students have been dismissed for the day

• Follows all policies, rules and procedures established for regular teachers and which good teaching practice dictates

• Completes evaluation report form(s) at the end of the day and checks out with the authorized personnel prior to leaving at the end of the day

• Determines if his/her services will be required for the next school day, following the district protocol for making substitute teacher assignments

• Maintains and respects the confidentiality of student and school personnel information

• Cooperates with other professional staff members

• Maintains records of pupils' educational progress in class record books and/or Board-approved forms and summarizes the marks for reporting purposes

• Collects and places student' papers in appropriate location(s)

• Returns instructional materials, equipment and keys to proper place(s)

• Upholds and enforces school rules, administrative regulations and Board policy

• Models no-discriminatory practices in all areas

• Performs other duties within the scope of his/her employment and certification as may be assigned

Equipment

• Uses standard office equipment such as personal computers, printer, copy and fax machines, and telephone.

Travel Requirements

• Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.

Skills, Knowledge, Abilities

• Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiated instruction based upon student learning styles.

• Knowledge of world history in a variety of sub-topic areas, including geography, sociology, economics, political science, systems of government, anthropology, responsible citizenship, and humanities.

• Knowledge of humanity's major problems and approaches to their solution(s) in the past.

• Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans.

• Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.

• Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed.

• Ability to organize and coordinate work.

• Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.

• Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.

• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards

• Works in standard office and school building environments.

Qualifications Profile

• Valid New Jersey Substitute Instructional CertificateAbility to maintain a positive learning environment

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

• Ability to follow lesson plans left by the permanent teacher

• Required criminal history background check and proof of U.S. citizenship or legal resident alien status

Education

• 60 college credits and or the required vocational experience

Experience

• Successful prior substitute teaching experience for the appropriate grade level preferred.