Substitute Teacher (Head Start)

Under the direct supervision of the Education & Disability Service Manager, substitute teachers will maintain direct supervision of students before, during and after school. Substitute teachers will follow the teacher’s lesson plan and continue with the educational objectives of the grade being substitutes. Ensure safety and maintain order in the classroom, playground, and cafeteria including wherever students are present while contributing to the educational process.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS, EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Must be 18 years of age
• Current valid New Mexico’s Driver’s License
• Must successfully be able to successfully pass a pre-employment drug/alcohol screen and background investigation

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Work under the direct supervision of the Education & Disability Services Manager.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

None.

NATURE OF WORK

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Direct supervision in the absence of the regular education Teacher
• Ability to follow and execute daily Teacher lesson plans
• Maintain safety and order of all children in the classroom, cafeteria, or playground settings
• Follow the regular school day’s start and end times
• Contribute to the educational process while substituting to minimize the loss of instruction during the absence of the regular classroom teacher
• Submit logs as necessary
• Performs other duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES, SKILLS, AND CERTIFICATIONS:

• Knowledge of Traditional form of government and Pueblo customs and traditions
• Knowledge of the functions and structure of Ohkay Owingeh
• Knowledge of childhood development, behavior and nutrition guidelines
• Knowledge of business English, proper spelling, grammar, punctuation, and basic arithmetic
• Ability to communicate effectively in the English both verbally and in writing
• Ability to establish and maintain professional relationships with individuals of varying social and cultural backgrounds and with co-workers at all levels
• Ability to work effectively with individuals and demonstrate leadership and team-building skills with empathy and enthusiasm
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to demonstrate moral character, honesty, tact, fairness, lack of prejudice, and desire to help when dealing with people
• Ability to work extended hours and various work schedules
• Ability to supervise and ensure a safe learning environment for children
• Ability to adapt to meet the needs of all children including at-risk, special needs, gifted, and culturally diverse populations
• Ability to demonstrate excellence in everything, and continually seek improvement in results
• Skill in directing the activities of groups of children; evaluating progress and maintaining an orderly classroom

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS, EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Must be 18 years of age
• Current valid New Mexico’s Driver’s License
• Must successfully be able to successfully pass a pre-employment drug/alcohol screen and background investigation

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly is required to stand; sit; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell. The employee occasionally is required to climb or balance. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Work is generally performed in a school/classroom setting with a moderate noise level. Evening, weekend, and/or holiday work may be required. Travel is required for training, meetings, conferences, presentations, and other events.

The position description identifies the key responsibilities and expectations for performance. It cannot encompass all specific job tasks that an employee may be required to perform. Employees are required to follow any other job-related instructions and perform job related duties as may be reasonably assigned by his/her supervisor.