Generic Classroom Substitute Pool

Classroom Substitute

Reports to: Principal

Supervises: None

Term of Employment: Daily, as needed

Salary: Based on the current daily rate of pay

FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt: Non-Exempt

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent 

• Possession of a health examination issued by the local county board of health or a recognized medical authority

Essential Job Functions:

• Performs regular teacher’s class plan while the teacher is absent, including but not limited to the following:
• Reports to the principal or school secretary upon arrival at the school
• Communicates, collaborates, and cooperates with colleagues, supervisors, and students
• Maintains, as fully as possible, the established routines and procedures of the school and classroom to which assigned
• Assumes the responsibilities for instructing classes when a teacher is absent
• Assumes other responsibilities for that teacher during the time the teacher is absent
• Assumes responsibility for overseeing pupil behavior in class and during lunch and other activities
• Consults, as appropriate, with the principal or department or grade level head, before initiating any teaching or other procedures not specified in the lesson plans
• Maintains appropriate records, including checking test papers, recording grades, student assignments for homework, projects and the necessary clerical work required to maintain student records for a teacher who is absent
• Provides for individualized and small group assistance for students as indicated by lesson plans
• Follows all district and individual school policies, rules, and procedures to which regular teachers are subject and which good teaching dictates
• Performs any additional duties as required or assigned by the supervisor

Physical and Cognitive Requirements: 

The major physical and cognitive requirements listed below are applicable to this job classification within Moore County Schools.

Work in this classification is considered light physical work requiring the exertion of up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to move objects.

Must be able to:

• prepare, read and comprehend a variety of job related forms, reports, spreadsheets, maps, plans, records, documentation and correspondence in all languages required by the job
• understand and conform to all rules of punctuation, grammar, diction and style
• speak to individuals or groups of people with poise, voice control and confidence
• respond adequately to inquiries or complaints
• write using standard convention in all languages required by the job
• apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions
• apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagrammatic form
• communicate effectively and efficiently in all languages required by the job using whatever communication device or system is required (telephone, Braille)
• use/interpret job related terminology, mathematical formulas and functions effectively and efficiently
• deal with people beyond giving and receiving instructions
• perform under stress, deal with persons acting under stress and adapt when confronted with emergency situations
• be sensitive to cultural differences among individuals and groups of persons
• operate/use a variety of automated office machines and other office equipment
• operate/use a variety of printing/graphic arts machines
• operate/use a variety of audiovisual/electronic machines and devices
• operate/use a variety of communication machines/equipment/devices
• operate/use a variety of job specific machines/equipment

Child Nutrition Substitute

Reports to: Director for Child Nutrition

Supervises: None

Term of Employment: Daily, as needed

Salary: Based on the current daily rate of pay

FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt: Non-Exempt

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent 

• Possession of a health examination issued by the local county board of health or a recognized medical authority

Essential Job Functions:

• Arrives on time
• Maintains a working relationship with other employees and staff
• Politely and respectfully serves students, staff, parents and others
• Accepts responsibility for multiple tasks without supervision
• Follows a work schedule, plans ahead and helps others on the Child Nutrition team
• Washes and prepares vegetables for cooking
• May bake cookies when needed
• Cleans oven, deep-fat fryer, tilt skillet or other heating equipment in the kitchen
• Takes out trash and washes trash cans
• Collects meal money from students and records (either manually or by using the computer system) the number of students eating
• Prepares chef salads
• Checks in groceries, puts them in storage, takes inventory and dates the food in stock
• Cleans refrigerator, milk box, freezer and holding cabinets
• Cleans service line
• Runs dishwasher
• Cleans windows, walls, tables and chairs in dining room
• Washes and cuts up chicken, pork, beef and turkey for preparation
• Prepares bread, biscuits, cornbread, etc., from recipe
• Maintains daily production record of food
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned by supervisor

Physical and Cognitive Requirements: 

The major physical and cognitive requirements listed below are applicable to this job classification within Moore County Schools.

Work in this classification is considered light physical work requiring the exertion of up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to move objects

Must be able to:

• stand for six continuous hours
• stoop, squat, kneel and/or bend in a manner that allows the palms to touch the floor (as in cleaning of baseboards, equipment, etc.)
• bend from a standing position in a manner that allows palms to touch the knees (as in washing pots and pans in deep sinks and cleaning milk boxes)
• bend from the waist in a standing position with arms outstretched for an extended period of time (as in service of food)
• twist, turn and/or stretch from side to side that allows the shoulders to be perpendicular to the hips (as in mopping, sweeping, stocking shelves, removing food from ovens, etc.)
• lift, carry and/or support 30 pounds from shoulder level to above the head (as in placing food in ovens, freezers, stockroom shelves, etc.)
• perform duties requiring non-repetitive motions with hands and wrists (as in slicing, dicing, washing, counting money, writing, scrubbing, scraping, etc.)
• stock, wash, prepare, serve and handle all types of foods (be aware that some food allergies can be worsened by exposure to menu items containing those foods)
• work with caustic and non-caustic chemicals (be aware that skin allergies and sensitivities can be worsened by exposure to some cleaning chemicals; be aware that some breathing difficulties, such as asthma or emphysema can be worsened by exposure to cleaning chemicals; rubber gloves and plastic serving gloves are available)
• work in very hot, humid environment (no air conditioning)
• maintain high standards of personal cleanliness
• learn food preparation, serving and clean-up procedures
• learn sound sanitation principles
• understand and follow oral and written directions
• read and follow recipes and adjust amounts as needed
• learn foods, equipment and techniques used in food preparation, service and clean-up
• read, write and utilize basic math skills (multiplication, division, fractions and decimals)
• use or learn basic computer skills

Custodian Substitute

Reports to: Principal

Supervises: None

Term of Employment: Daily, as needed

Salary: Based on the current daily rate of pay

FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt: Non-Exempt

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent 

• General knowledge and experience of building cleaning practices, supplies, and equipment, and the ability to use them economically and efficiently

• Possession of a health examination issued by the local county board of health or a recognized medical authority

Essential Job Functions:

• Performs responsible unskilled work in the care and cleaning of school facilities
• Performs a variety of general and light grounds keeping work in the care and maintenance of assigned buildings and facilities
• Sweeps, mops, vacuums, strips, waxes, and buffs floor surfaces
• Cleans and disinfects restroom areas and replenishes paper supplies and soap as necessary
• Cleans windows, walls, woodwork, blinds, heating/air vents and light fixtures
• Dusts and cleans desks and other furniture
• Empties trash receptacles; gathers and disposes of refuse in on-site dumpsters
• Sweeps sidewalks and walkways outside of buildings; polices grounds, picks up debris, applies de-icing compounds to walkways as necessary
• Cleans and sanitizes waste baskets
• Cleans and sanitizes water fountains
• Raises and lowers flags, as needed
• Opens buildings at start of workday; securely locks down facility at end of day (varies depending on hours asked to work)
• Washes windows on both the inside and outside
• Arranges furniture, tables and chairs for meetings and other events
• Mows and trims grass on campus grounds
• Trims shrubbery, trees, etc.
• Rakes and removes leaves as necessary
• Makes minor building repairs, as able
• Reports major repairs needed and any damage to school property to principal
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned by supervisor

Physical and Cognitive Requirements: 

The major physical and cognitive requirements listed below are applicable to this job classification within Moore County Schools.

Work in this classification is considered medium physical work requiring the exertion of up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, up to 30 pounds of force frequently and up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Must be able to:

• walk, lift, reach, stop, stand, grasp, balance, climb, kneel and crouch
• work in various indoor and outdoor environments being subjected to weather changes, noise, vibrations, job hazards and atmospheric conditions
• use visual acuity required for depth perception and color perception
• visually inspect small defects and/or small parts
• use a variety of measuring devices
• assemble or fabricate parts at or within arm’s length
• operate machines, motor vehicles, hand tools and job specific equipment and tools to determine the accuracy and thoroughness of work
• observe general surrounding and activities
• hear sufficiently to accurately perceive information at normally spoken word levels
• use communication by means of spoken word to express or exchange ideas
• safely work in situations of exposure to blood borne pathogens, which may require specialized personal protective equipment

Bus Substitute

Reports to: Director for Transportation

Supervises: None

Term of Employment: Daily, as needed

Salary: Based on the current daily rate of pay

FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt: Non-Exempt

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required

• Must be at least eighteen (18) years old with six(6) months of driving experience

• Must possess and maintain a current North Carolina commercial driver’s license with proper endorsements and a current Bus Driver’s Pocket Card

• Must pass DOT drug and alcohol testing

• Must never have been convicted of a DWI offense

• Possession of a health examination issued by the local county board of health or a recognized medical authority

Essential Job Functions:

• Arrives on time
• Maintains proficiency in driving skills
• Ensures safety and care of students boarding, riding, and departing school bus
• Maintains a high standard of student conduct at all times
• Discharges students only at the authorized school or bus stop locations
• Transports only authorized students
• Reports infractions of school bus safety rules to the principal or designee
• Obeys all traffic laws and school bus regulations while operating the school bus
• Operates the school bus on the assigned routes and schedule as provided by the Transportation Office
• When working on a school bus equipped with a wheelchair lift, is knowledgeable of lift operation used for loading and unloading of wheelchairs and also ensures that the wheelchair is properly secured on the school bus
• Accepts responsibility for securing the school bus before leaving the vehicle at the conclusion of a run or route
• Accepts responsibility for reporting observable mechanical defects or failures on the school bus
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned by supervisor

Physical and Cognitive Requirements: 

The major physical and cognitive requirements listed below are applicable to this job classification within Moore County Schools.

Work in this classification is considered medium physical work requiring the exertion of up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, up to 30 pounds of force frequently and up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Must be able to:

• walk, lift, reach, stop, stand, grasp, balance, climb, kneel and crouch
• work in various indoor and outdoor environments being subjected to weather changes, noise, vibrations, job hazards and atmospheric conditions
• use visual acuity required for depth perception and color perception
• visually inspect small defects and/or small parts
• use a variety of measuring devices
• operate motor vehicles, and operate job specific equipment per instructions
• observe general surrounding and activities
• hear sufficiently to accurately perceive information at normally spoken word levels
• use communication by means of spoken word to express or exchange ideas
• safely work in situations of exposure to blood borne pathogens, which may require specialized personal protective equipment
• understand and follow oral and written instructions