Substitute Teacher

Job Description

Job Description

Substitute Teacher Job DescriptionPosition Summary:The Substitute Teacher provides instruction, manages the classroom environment, and promotes student learning in the absence of the regular classroom teacher. This role ensures continuity of education and upholds school policies and expectations while maintaining a positive, safe, and engaging learning atmosphere.Key Responsibilities:Follow lesson plans provided by the classroom teacher to ensure consistent instruction.Maintain classroom order and manage student behavior according to school policies.Adapt teaching methods and materials when necessary to meet students' needs.Supervise students in classrooms, hallways, cafeterias, schoolyards, and on field trips.Record attendance and report any incidents, issues, or concerns to school administration.Leave detailed notes for the returning teacher about classroom activities and student performance.Uphold the school's mission, vision, and values while fostering a respectful and inclusive environment.Qualifications:High school diploma or equivalent required; bachelor's degree preferred.State teaching license or substitute teaching permit (as required by local regulations).Previous classroom or childcare experience preferred.Strong communication and classroom management skills.Ability to follow directions, remain flexible, and respond effectively to unexpected situations.Working Conditions:May work across different grade levels (elementary, middle, or high school).Work schedule and assignments vary based on school needs.May involve standing for extended periods and managing multiple classroom activities simultaneously.NOTICE OF NON- DISCRIMINATIONStudents, parents, employees and others doing business with or performing services for theAlbia Community School District are hereby notified that this school district does notdiscriminate on the basis of race, color, age (except students), religion, national origin, creed,socio-economic status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or disability inadmission or access to, or treatment in, its programs and activities.The school district does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age (except students),religion, national origin, creed, socio-economic status, sexual orientation, gender, genderidentity or disability in admission or access to, or treatment in, its hiring and employmentpractices. Any person having inquiries concerning the school district's compliance with theregulations implementing Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), §504 or Iowa Code § 280.3 is directed to contact: Superintendent Richard Montgomery, 701 Washington Ave East, Albia, IA, 52531, or View phone number on us.fitly.work opt. 1, or by email at View email address on us.fitly.work