What are the responsibilities and job description for the On Call Substitute Teacher- South Side position at Distinctive Schools?

Job Description

Title : On Call Substitute Teacher

Location : South Side of Chicago

CICS Longwood Elementary
CICS Longwood High School
CICS Loomis Primary
CICS Prairie
CICS Lloyd Bond

Reports To : Principal

Salary Range : $20 / Hour

Career Level : Substitute Teacher

Employee Type : Part Time On Call

Distinctive Schools creates diverse, joyful, welcoming communities rooted in social justice and rigorous learning. We support all learners to be engaged, curious, and to achieve their full potential. Our students become confident advocates, creative problem-solvers, and collaborative leaders.

Position Overview

Substitute Teacher is responsible for the delivery of specified course content in the absence of the classroom teacher. Responsible for providing a safe educational atmosphere where students have the opportunity to fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, and psychological growth. Substitute Teacher workday corresponds with the teacher’s workday.

Job Responsibilities

Instructional Strategies

Teach scheduled classes

Implement lesson plans, routines, and expectations set forth by the classroom teacher

Develop and maintain a positive learning environment

Implement effective management procedures and routines

Maintain the confidentiality of student Information, grades, and school personnel

Take precautions to ensure staff / student safety. Does not leave students unsupervised

Consult with the grade level / content team to resolve questions and / or concerns

Follow all campus procedures and schedules

Promote the proper use and care of materials, tools, and school property

Supervises non-classroom duties when assigned

Provide impromptu lesson plan or activity that is developmentally appropriate as needed

Assist students with their coursework towards mastery

Assume all duties and responsibilities of the absent teacher

Adapt instructional approach to meet the unique individual needs of the students

Provide detailed notes and summary on work completed

Communication

Maintain a professional relationship with colleagues, students, families, and community members

Use effective communication skills to present information accurately and clearly

For Long Term Assignments : durations of two plus weeks

In addition to the instructional and communication responsibilities above, long term assigned will also require the following :

Added Instructional Strategies

Develop lesson plans for length of assignment. (Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned.)

Grade student work, provide feedback, enter grades in online gradebook / reporting system, and provide summative course grade in partnership with certified staff member

Conduct family conferences as requested

Culture : Be a positive role model for students, support the mission of the school district

Classroom Management and Organization

Create a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students

Manage student behavior in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student handbook

Perform teaching related duties of the assigned school including covering another class during an absent teacher’s planning period, lunchroom duty, hall duty, bus duty and / or playground duty. Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities

Provide a safe learning environment and deploy proper classroom management strategies

Job Requirements (minimum)

Education : Bachelor’s Degree

Qualifications

Substitute Teaching License

Technology demands :

Familiar with cloud based software solutions (Google Suite)

Ability to learn digital tools and programs as needed for the position

Physical demands : Occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and / or pulling; some stooping, kneeling, crouching, and / or crawling; and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally, the job requires 10% sitting, 50% walking, and 40% standing.

Benefits

HR to select the necessary benefits based on position

Applicable for PT & Agency

Distinctive Schools was named one of Crain’s 2021 Best Places to Work in Chicago; culture is at the heart of what we do.

We are a collaborative team of professionals supporting each other to instill a love of learning in our students.

We empower students, families and staff to contribute to our mission in a meaningful way.

We make an impact in our communities by serving some of the most historically marginalized in the city.

Applicable for FT Direct Hires ONLY

25 Paid holidays & 10 days PTO annually (in addition to summer break for educators / campus positions)

12 weeks family paid leave

Comprehensive Healthcare (Medical, Dental, Vision)

403b match

Fully match up to 3%

50% match up to 5%

Professional development including tuition reimbursement

Gym and wellness discounts

And more

Description Disclaimer : Since no job description can detail all the duties and responsibilities that may be required from time to time in the performance of a job, duties and responsibilities that may be inherent in a job, reasonably required for its performance, or required due to the changing nature of the job shall also be considered part of the jobholder's responsibility.

EEO : Distinctive Schools is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other personal characteristic protected by applicable law.

Distinctive Schools is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with our commitment, Distinctive Schools will take the steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and / or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact talent@distinctiveschools.org or call 773.828.4191

Salary : $20

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