Long-Term Sub - Elementary Teacher

We are looking for a long-term substitute teacher to join our elementary team from mid-March through the end of the school year (approx May 28). This position will provide classroom coverage and continuity for our students during a teacher's absence.

INDIANOLA COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

Position Description

Position Title: Teacher, Elementary Long-Term Substitute

Department: Teaching and Learning

Reports To: Principal

SUMMARY:

Temporarily assumes full classroom responsibilities for an extended period to instruct students in activities designed to promote social, emotional, physical, and intellectual growth following District-approved curriculum.

Required Qualifications

• Certifications: Valid Iowa teaching license (Standard, Initial, Master or Substitute License) issued by the Iowa Board of Educational Examiners (BOEE). Note on Substitute Authorizations: Candidates holding a BOEE Substitute Authorization may only serve up to 10 consecutive days in a 30-day period in the same assignment, so would not be eligible for a long-term substitute teaching position.
• Experience: Prior teaching, student teaching, or substitute experience preferred.
• Clearances: Mandatory Criminal Fingerprint and Background Check; Child Abuse Mandatory Reporter Training.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Essential duties must be performed on site. Other duties may be assigned.

• Reports to work as scheduled on a regular, reliable basis for the duration of the long-term assignment.
• Teaches District-approved curriculum daily and translates lesson plans into developmentall-appropriate learning experiences for elementary students.
• Develops lesson plans and instructional materials, providing individualized and small group instruction to differentiate learning.
• Creates a safe, positive classroom environment conducive to learning and tailored to student needs.
• Employes a variety of instructional techniques and media to guide learning toward grade-level Iowa Core standards.
• Establishes clear learning objectives and maintains standards of student behavior to ensure an effective learning atmosphere.
• Evalutes students' academic and social growth, maintains appropriate records, and prepares progress reports as required.
• Identifies student needs, assissts in developing strategies for individual education plans (IEPs) daily, and makes referrals as needed.
• Communicates regularly with parents and guardians via newsletters, notes, phone calls, and conferences as needed or directed.
• Assists administration in implementing school rules, safety precautions, and district policies.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Supervises students during classroom activities, recess, arrival/dismissal, and other school-related activities; oversees teacher associates or volunteers as assigned.

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

• Skills: Strong classroom management, elementary-level differentiated instruction, effective oral and written communication, and use of instructional technology.
• Knowledge: Sound understanding of early childhood/elementary developmental stages, foundational literacy and numeracy pedagogy, and Iowa Core standards.
• Abilities: Ability to step seamlessly into an established elementary classroom, build strong relationships with young learners, collaborate with grade-level teams, and maintain confidentiality.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

Requires frequent standing, walking, bending, stooping, kneeling, and light lifting/carrying to engage with elementary students. Standard, hazard-free classroom and playground environments.

Salary Grade: Certified Long-Term Substitute Rate Schedule