Substitute Teacher

Job Description

QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts degree is required, preferably in the subject(s) being taught. A passing grade on the CBEST, a valid Teaching Credential, and at least two years teaching experience is preferred. Must be able to relate professionally with students, parents, and staff.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Include the following:

• Develops and implements engaging and challenging lesson and unit plans that align to Fairmont’s curriculum standards and departmental expectations.

• Provides students with enriching homework assignments that adhere to Fairmont’s homework policy (as found in the Faculty Handbook). For middle school students, homework is limited to 30 minutes per subject per night. Advanced math or long-term project assignments may be given over the weekend.

• Promotes Fairmont’s philosophy and actively works to develop a positive working environment among students, teachers, administrators and support staff.

• Maintains a disciplined, safe, and academically stimulating classroom environment. Assures that the students have a thorough understanding of the middle school rules, as well as the consequences for breaking them; and further assures consistency in applying the rules and consequences. These items are reinforced through the use and understanding of the middle school Student’s Handbook.

• Organizes, maintains, and utilizes Fairmont’s Learning Management System (LMS) to post homework and communicate with students and parents on a regular basis.

• Facilitates and inspires student learning in and through the use of technology by designing learning opportunities that incorporate age-appropriate technology skills, using technology to assist with teaching and learning, modeling the effective use of technology.

• Keeps Head of School or Associate Head of School informed of students who need special attention in academic areas (below or above grade level) as well as behavioral issues.

• Assesses student learning on a routine basis, keeps records and maintains such for progress reports, report cards, conferences, and student and parent requests. The online gradebook is updated weekly so parents and students can access up-to-date student records via the student information system. Uses all available information to differentiate instruction according to the needs of the students.

• Attends and actively participates in all meetings, in-service days, and workshops and shows evidence of follow through in classroom application. Continues to develop professionally through reading and attending workshops and conferences.

• Maintains classroom, books, and supplies in a neat and orderly condition; and keeps appropriate staff apprised of needs for classroom equipment, books, teaching supplies, and maintenance.

• Treats each student with dignity and respect promoting self-discipline and a positive attitude

• Demonstrates teaching strategies appropriate for English Language Learners.

• Must follow Fairmont employee dress code.

• Sets a good example for students by arriving to class on time, dressing professionally, planning creative and productive lessons, and promptly evaluating and returning student work.

• Maintains appropriate confidentiality.

• Works very hard to meet the individual needs of the students.

• Provide a minimum of one hour of planned Academic Assistance per week as scheduled with the Head of School.

• Periodically supervises after school detention, study hall, and field trips, both day and overnight.

• Understands and is knowledgeable about Fairmont policies including, emergency, fire, and earthquake procedures. Is ready to re-enforce these or convey them, when necessary, to the students.

• Carries on other duties as directed by the campus administration.

Hourly Rate: $25 per hour

WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Primarily an office/classroom position. May require significant degree of intermittent walking, bending, stooping, reaching, and stretching. May require lifting of up to 20 lbs.

E-Verify Participation:
ISP U.S. participates in E-Verify and will provide the Federal Government with your form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

ISP Principles

Begin with our children and students . Our children and students are at the heart of what we do. Simply, their success is our success. Wellbeing and safety are both essential for learners and learning. Therefore, we are consistent in identifying potential safeguarding

and Health & Safety issues and acting and following up on all concerns appropriately.

Treat everyone with care and respect . We look after one another, embrace similarities and differences and promote the well-being of self and others.

Operate effectively. We focus relentlessly on the things that are most important and will make the most difference. We apply school policies and procedures and embody the shared ideas of our community.

Are financially responsible. We make financial choices carefully based on the needs of the children, students and our schools.

Learn continuously. Getting better is what drives us. We positively engage with personal and professional development and school improvement.

ISP Commitment to Safeguarding Principles

ISP is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All post holders are subject to appropriate vetting procedures, including an online due diligence search, references and satisfactory Criminal Background Checks or equivalent covering the previous 10 years’ employment history.

ISP Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging

ISP is committed to strengthening our inclusive culture by identifying, hiring, developing, and retaining high-performing teammates regardless of gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation and gender expression, age, disability status, neurodivergence, socio-economic background or other demographic characteristics. Candidates who share our vision and principles and are interested in contributing to the success of ISP through this role are strongly encouraged to apply.