Substitute Teacher

Title: Maumee City School Substitute Teacher
Reports to: Building Principal
Employment status: As needed - on call

Minimum Qualifications:

• Valid Ohio teaching license or substitute teaching license
• Documentation of a clear criminal record with evidence from BCI and FBI
• Self-directed and able to learn quickly.
• Professional tact, diplomacy, and presentation.
• Conscientious and assumes responsibility for own work performance.
• Perform the essential job duties, with or without accommodations.
• Demonstrates enthusiasm and a sincere desire to aid all students.
• Demonstrates professionalism and contributes to a positive work environment.

Essential Functions, Duties & Responsibilities of a Substitute Teacher:

• Report to the school office by the substitute teacher's starting time.
• Follow the teacher's written lesson plans. Consult with the principal and/or staff to resolve questions and concerns
• Take/record attendance.
• Teach scheduled classes. Prepare a written summary of the work completed and inform the absent teacher of any special situations or problems encountered.
• Implement effective student management procedures. Maintain high standards and uphold student code of conduct.
• Remain at school until regular scheduled time (including during lunch and classroom teacher’s planning period) unless permission is obtained from the principal.
• Monitor student behavior that may indicate a problem (e.g., profanity, teasing, bullying, distress, etc.) Intervene and/or report concerns to the building principal.
• Develop and maintain a positive learning environment.
• Vary instructional techniques to address individual learning styles.
• Incorporate effective use of available technology for records management and instructional activities. Uphold the district’s technology acceptable use policy.
• Review building substitute expectations and emergency plans and be prepared to respond to emergencies.
• Maintain confidentiality of all information concerning students, staff, or parent/guardian.
• Accept personal responsibility for decisions and conduct.
• Wear appropriate work attire and maintain a neat appearance.
• Conduct other duties related to the substitute teacher position as assigned by the building principal.
• Take initiative necessary to perform routine tasks independently.
• Report evidence of suspected child abuse to the building principal immediately.
• Follow guidance in the substitute teacher handbook, including upholding board policies and administrative procedures.
• Give positive reinforcement for acceptable academic and social behavior.
• Show respect and consideration for students and other staff.
• Effectively use verbal, non-verbal, writing, and listening skills.
• Strive to avert problem situations and solve conflicts.
• Demonstrate ability to work with others, solve problems, and work as part of a team.
• Present clear, complete, and accurate explanations suitable to the level of learners.
• Receive student questions comfortably and answer them clearly and completely.
• Approach subject matter in a positive and enthusiastic manner; present subject matter in a calm, self-confident, and poised manner.
• Monitor student behavior and activities.
• Give positive reinforcement to acceptable academic and social behavior and adhere to the school’s PBIS program standards.
• Give clear and concise instructions.
• Ask relevant questions throughout the lesson to check for understanding.
• Encourage active student participation.
• Take care with school district property.
• Serve as a role model for students.
• Remain free of tobacco, alcohol, or non-prescribed controlled substances in the school and on school property at all times.