TISD Classroom Substitute

Primary Purpose:

To enable students in the assigned area to pursue their education as smoothly and completely as possible in the absence of the regular teacher.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

High school diploma or GED

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Be dependable and of high moral character

Ability to work well with children

Effective communication and interpersonal skills

Experience:

Some experience working with children

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Instructional Strategies

• Maintain as fully as possible the established routines and procedures of the school and classroom to which he is assigned
• Supervises the lessons outlined and described in the Substitute Teacher’s Guide as prepared by the absent teacher.
• Consults with the building principal before initiating any teaching or other procedures not specified in the regular teacher’s plans.
• Verifies with the school secretary that his attendance will or will not be required on the following teaching day.
• Follows all policies, rules, and procedures to which regular teachers are subject and which good teaching practice dictates.

Other

• Maintain confidentiality
• Maintain positive and effective communications and relationships with supervisors and colleagues.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used: Copier, personal computer, and audiovisual equipment

Posture: Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting

Motion: Frequent walking

Lifting: Regular light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds); may lift and move text books and classroom equipment

Environment: Work inside, may work outside; regular exposure to noise

Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress; work prolonged or irregular hours