Substitute Teacher

Primary Purpose:
Provide regular classroom instruction in the absence of teachers.
 
Qualifications:
Education/Certification:
Minimum of high school diploma or GED
Texas Teacher Certification preferred
 
Special Knowledge/Skills:
 
*  Knowledge of acceptable classroom behavior standards        
*  Knowledge of district classroom policies/procedures 
*  Knowledge of designated campus classroom policies
*  Knowledge of acceptable teaching practices
*  Skill in applying acceptable classroom management
*  Skill in coping with a variety of students in varied situations
*  Skill in coping with stressful situations
*  Skill in applying/using acceptable teaching practices
*  Ability to create and maintain a climate of respect and fairness for all students
 
Experience:
No prior experience necessary
 
Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities:
 
1.         Serve as substitute teacher/paraprofessional at assigned campus.
 
2.         Teach assigned classes following regular teacher lesson plans.                
 
3.         Maintain environment conducive to learning.
 
4.         Perform instructional duties as assigned when not serving in a substitute teacher capacity.
 
Supervisory Responsibilities:
 
Limited supervision of classroom assistants and/or volunteers.