Substitute (Guest) Teacher
About the role
Substitute (Guest) Teacher
Daily Rate: $135.00 Day
Locations: All District 200 Schools
Reports to: School Principal/Assistant Principal
Qualifications:
- Valid Illinois Substitute Teaching License (requires a bachelor's degree), or
- Valid Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL)
- License must be registered in DuPage County
Application Procedure: Please fill out an Application online.
Essential Job Functions:
The Substitute Teacher steps in during the absence of the regular classroom teacher to manage classroom behavior, deliver instruction, and ensure student learning continues seamlessly. The ideal candidate maintains a safe, structured, and positive environment while adapting quickly to various subjects, grade levels, and school policies. Maintain student confidentiality in accordance with FERPA and district standards.
Key Responsibilities & Duties
- Instructional Execution: Follow and implement the absent teacher's lesson plans, assignments, and schedules accurately. Explain concepts clearly, assist students with classwork, and facilitate learning activities.
- Classroom Management: Establish clear expectations, manage student behavior using district/school guidelines, and maintain a safe, productive learning environment.
- Student Supervision: Take attendance at the start of each class or day according to school procedure. Supervise students during classroom instruction, transitions, recess, cafeteria periods, and dismissals as assigned.
- Reporting & Feedback: Leave detailed daily notes for the returning teacher summarizing curriculum covered, attendance, individual student progress, and any behavioral issues.
- Safety & Compliance: Follow emergency procedures (e.g., fire drills, lockdowns) and report injuries, accidents, or severe behavior incidents to school administration immediately. Maintain student confidentiality in accordance with FERPA and district standards.
- Additional Duties: Perform additional duties as assigned by the building administration, such as recess/lunch duty or covering during prep periods.
Physical Requirements & Work Environment
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, and move around the classroom or school campus for extended periods.
- Occasional lifting of classroom materials (up to 25�30 lbs).
- Ability to monitor and hear audio cues in noisy environments, i.e. gymnasiums, cafeterias and playgrounds.
About District 200
Community Unit School District 200 is a student-centered district recognized for the competence and character of its students and the excellence of its staff, programs, and learning environments. The district serves approximately 13,000 students in grades PreK�12 across:
- 2 High Schools
- 4 Middle Schools
- 13 Elementary Schools
- 1 Early Childhood Center
Employment Requirements
Candidates selected to serve as substitute teachers in Wheaton-Warrenville Community Unit School District 200 must:
- Complete a physical examination
- Submit TB test results
- Successfully pass a criminal background check
- Valid Licensure