Substitute Teacher

Job Summary

The job of Sunstitute Teacher was established for the purpose/s of facilitating student success in academic and interpersonal skills through academic courses of study and by implementing district approved curriculum, documenting teaching and student progress/activities/outcomes; providing a safe and optimal learning environment.

Essential Job Duties

• Possess or qualify for immediate issuance of a valid Washington State teaching certificate or substitute teaching certificate
• Teaching or substitute teaching experience preferred.
• Guides the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and establishes clear objectives for all lessons, units, projects and communicates these objectives to students.
• Reports to the building principal and office manager upon arrival at the school.
• Maintains as fully as possible the established routines and procedures of the school and classroom to which assigned.
• Teaches lesson plan as outlined by the absent teacher.
• Performs all extra duties for the absent teacher as required by the building principal.
• Meets and instructs assigned classes in the locations and at the times designated.
• Plans a program of study that, as much as possible, meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of the students.
• Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students.
• Prepares for classes assigned and shows written evidence of preparation upon request of immediate supervisor.
• Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulation, pertaining to teacher and students.
• Assists the administration in implementing all policies and rules governing student life and conduct, and, for the classroom, develops reasonable rules of classroom behavior and procedure, and maintains order in the classroom in a fair and just manner.
• Continuously strives to improve proessional competence and collaboration with colleagues and communities.
• Becomes acquainted with parents; reports any unusual occurrence or event to the principal or the designated representative immediately.
• Remains at school during the entire school day unless excused by the principal or the designated representative.
• Implements all rules and regulations, policies and administrative guidelines as adopted by Omak School Board.
• Maintains a professional appearance as an example for students.
• Demonstrates knowledge and incorporates technology in daily tasks, as required.
• Maintains regular attendance and punctuality.
• Adheres to the professional code of conduct as outlined by OSPI.
• Performs other duties consistent with the position as may be requested by the Principal or Superintendent.
• Use necessary and appropriate instructional methods, techniques, and materials.
  
  

Physical Demands

The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands:

• Occasional lifting (up to 50 pounds)
• Carrying, pushing and/or pulling; some climbing; some stooping, kneeling, crouching and/or crawling
• Significant reaching, handling, speaking,writing, hearing, and fine finger dexterity
• Frequent standing, walking, and sitting
  
  

For information on salary and benefits offered, please visit: https://www.omaksd.org/departments/human-resource/benefits

The following policies have been adopted and are reflected in our employment practices

The Omak School District complies with all federal and state rules and regulations and does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, honorably discharged veteran or military status, sexual orientation including gender expression or identity, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability in its programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. This holds true for all district activities, programs, and employment opportunities.

The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Title IX/RCW28A.640/RCW28A.642 Officer, as well as, Compliance Coordinator for State Laws RCW 28A.640 Sexual Equality and RCW 28A.642 Discrimination Prohibited Officer, Brittney Richter brichter@omaksd.org, P O Box 833, Omak, WA 98841 (509) 826-8386, Section 504/ADA Coordinator, Sarah Lewman, slewman@omaksd.org, P O Box 833, Omak, WA 98841 (509) 826-8342.

This organization complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Persons who may need some accommodation in the hiring process should contact the Human Resources Office.

Omak School District is a drug and tobacco free workplace.

For more information on Omak School District's Affirmative Action Plan, please visit the "District Information" section located under "our District" on the Omak School District website at www.omaksd.org.

This organization requires a successful applicant to provide employment eligibility and verification of legal right to work in the United States in compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act.