Long-Term Substitute Science Teacher

Science - Classes Include Anatomy and BiologyAnticipated Dates: mid-March through end of school yearDaily substitute rate: $165 per day; increasing to $185 on 11th consecutive day, $235 on 21st consecutive day$500 incentive to teacher substitutes that work 50 or more days in a semester.Qualifications, Certification, and Experience:Punctuality and attendance - regularly begins and ends tasks on timeDemonstrates positive interpersonal relationships and works cooperatively with students, parents and staffProjects a positive image as an educator in the school and in the community- Promotes a positive image of the Johnston SchoolsRespects differing points of viewDemonstrates an understanding and acceptance of diverse racial, ethnic, cultural, gender, special needs and religious groupsUses discretion in handling confidential information and situationsActively supports expectations of student behaviour outside of the classroom during the school dayThe teacher demonstrates a positive attitude and manages stress in a constructive mannerThe teacher uses humor when appropriatePerformance Responsibilities:Personal Performance CriteriaWorks well with others, maintaining positive and effective communication with school personnel and studentsContributes to creating a positive work environmentDemonstrates integrity and respects confidentialityArrives on time and works consistently until the end of his/her scheduled dayWorks independently and with confidenceDemonstrates ability to grasp and adjust to new and changing situationsDemonstrates initiative and ability to work without close supervisionProfessional Performance CriteriaInstructional ProcessTeaching to local curriculum standardsCurriculum is presented from whole to part with an emphasis on what students should know and be able to doCommunicates learning goals to students and parentsIncorporates, on a regular basis, activities for students which require applications of learningCreates a classroom environment that promotes learningEstablishes fair and appropriate classroom rulesCorrects inappropriate behaviour in an appropriate and timely mannerReinforces positive behavioursConsistent in expectations concerning student behavioursEstablishes and maintains rapport with studentsDemonstrates appropriate instructional preparationUses knowledge of students to design educational experiencesLessons align with the district standards and assessmentsDesigns lessons that are appropriate to age level and student interestLesson design is logical and provides for a clearly understood flow of learningDesigns educational experiences that utilize district provided technologiesUses effective instructional techniquesUses instructional time effectivelyBoth group and individual instruction are used on a regular basis with limited use of large group lectureEmploys a variety of instructional techniques and strategies including multi-sensory approaches, appropriate questioning and modelling, role playing, self-teaching and activity-based learningUtilizes a variety of instructional resources outside of the textbookModifies lesson plans and instructional techniques as required by student learning stylesInstructional techniques provide all students the opportunity to learnInstruction is free of cultural, religious, ethnic or gender biasResponds in a positive and constructive manner to student questionsProvides students with opportunities for successModels and promotes honesty, respect for people and property, responsibility for personal and group actions, personal integrity and the value of hard workUses effective assessment strategiesAssessments directly relate to core curricular concepts and are in integral part of teaching and learningAssessment of student progress includes both traditional and alternative assessment measuresAssessment is interwoven with learning and occurs on an ongoing basis. Assessment is not solely an end productMaintains a professional appearance appropriate to job responsibilitiesTerms of Employment: Substitutes are called and used on an "as needed basis" with no guarantee of hours or days.