Description

The substitute teacher is hired with the understanding that his / her association with Father Lopez Catholic High School is on a substitute basis, as needed, because of the absence of a regular faculty member.

They are to maintain as fully as possible, the established routines and procedures for the school and the class to which assigned.

• Takes attendance in accordance with school procedures. When using RenWeb mark only an A’ for absences, do not mark present.
• Carries out a program of study prescribed in the lesson plans left by the classroom teacher.
• Guides the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and objectives as indicated in the lesson plans for the lessons, units, or projects assigned.
• Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students.

Ensures that all student cell phones and devices are put away appropriately.

• Knows and follows procedures for referring students who are disciplinary problems.
• Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Insures that the students are never left unattended in the classroom.
• May perform duties usually required of absent teacher such as lunchroom duty, hall monitoring, etc.
• Knows and follows emergency evacuation routes for the classrooms assigned.
• Knows and follows school procedures and regulations.
• Performs other related duties as directed by the sub coordinator.

Requirements

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.

Education and Experience :

• High School diploma or equivalent required. Bachelor’s degree, preferably in education.
• Related experience in similar position is preferred.
• General knowledge in several subjects as well as teaching certificate are a plus.

Organizational / Interpersonal Skills :

Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills are required.

Language / Communication Skills :

• The ability to lead and instruct students of all ages as well as to communicate, listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
• The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
• Strong command of both written and spoken English language.

Physical Requirements :

• Ability to lift at least 15 pounds.
• Physical demands include balancing, carrying, crouching, feeling, fingering, grasping, hearing, kneeling, lifting, pulling, sitting, standing, reaching, stooping, talking and walking.
• Also includes the ability to see items close.

Last updated : 2024-05-21