What are the responsibilities and job description for the Substitute Teacher (Prerequisite: Completion of Effective Teacher Training Program) position at Onslow County Schools?
POSITION TITLE:
Substitute Teacher
REPORTS TO:
School Administrator or School Treasurer
BEGINNING DATE:
Open Until Filled
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
- Knowledge of and ability to maintain effective classroom management strategies
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to follow oral and written directions
- Demonstrate superior judgment when making decisions
- Ability to establish effective and positive rapport with staff and students
- Knowledge of instructional technology
- Demonstrate the ability to maintain confidentiality of student information
- Ability to work effectively with diverse student population including students with special needs
- Ability to travel to multiple job sites with minimal notice
EDUCATION AND TRAINING:
- Successful completion of Effective Teacher Training Program (prerequisite to apply)
- Educator’s License preferred
- High School diploma required
TERM OF EMPLOYMENT: 10 months
SALARY: $120 per day for non-licensed personnel; $145 per day for individuals with educator’s license
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Reports to main office upon arrival at the school.
- Implements prepared lesson plans.
- Maintains good order and discipline in classroom that fosters a safe and positive environment for all students and staff in accordance with school and county policies.
- Completes all necessary records accurately such as attendance, grades, inventories, etc.
- Fulfills all duties and responsibilities of the classroom teacher.
- Models and promotes high level of ethical and appropriate behavior.
- Monitors student interaction while keeping students on task.
- Assists with the needs of all students to include exceptional students.
- Ensures the integrity of academic time and in a manner which motivates students to learn and participate.
- Maintains the established routines and procedures of the school and classroom to which assigned.
- Maintains classroom arrangement and ensures that all materials and equipment in classroom are used appropriately.
- Promotes proper use and care of school property.
- Addresses and reconciles minor student conflicts and requests assistance from administration when support is needed in this area.
- Reports all student injuries, accidents, illness, and discipline problems to the appropriate authority immediately or as soon as reasonable possible.
- Reports any unusual occurrence or event to the principal or designee immediately.
- Maintains confidentiality of student information.
- Follows all rules and regulations, policies and administrative guidelines as adopted by the school, Board of Education and Superintendent.
- Remains at the school during the entire school day unless excused by the principal or designee.
- Performs other related duties as assigned by school administrator(s).
- Additional expectations will be communicated at each school location based on grade levels, curriculum offerings, etc.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Ability to be physically active, which includes, but is not limited to, standing, pushing, pulling, squatting, bending, sitting, and walking, including repetitive motions.
- Ability to stand in excess of 6 hours.
- Ability to lift 15-30 pounds routinely and 30-100 pounds occasionally.
- Must be able to facilitate the evacuation of students during emergency situations and/or drills.
- Must be able to visually, auditorily, and physically monitor student performance and conduct.
- Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to this job.
Interested individuals are to complete an online application which can be found at www.onslow.k12.nc.us.
Onslow County Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs and activities.
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I have read and understand the requirements for the position of Substitute Teacher. I am able to perform all essential functions of this position.
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Substitute Teacher Application Information
Completion of the Effective Teacher Training Program is a prerequisite to your application to becoming a substitute teacher. Please do not submit an application for this position until you have completed that course.
In order for your substitute teacher application to be considered, you must attach a copy your college or high school transcript and a copy of your certificate of completion from ETTP. Do not submit an application until you have those documents to attach. Incomplete applications will not be considered for this position. If you have an educator’s license, you should also attach a copy of that license.
For further information regarding the substitute teacher selection process, visit the Frequently Asked Questions section under the Human Resources tab on the Onslow County Schools website.
Salary : $120 - $145