What are the responsibilities and job description for the Long Term Substitute Teacher-Elementary/High School position at Algiers Charter?
Substitute Teacher
Reports to Principal
About Algiers Charter
Since our inception in 2005, Algiers Charter has proudly served as a staple in the educational community. From our very first day, we operated with the belief that all students can achieve educational success. We are a two-school organization, whose commitment to excellence and student achievement has never been stronger. As we forge a strategic path forward, we are seeking dynamic educational leaders with a proven track record of success to help take our organization to the next level.
The educational landscape in New Orleans is one that requires significant and unrelenting performance and accountability. Our strategic plan for 2023 and beyond has unique operational, staffing and instructional designs so if you are ready to share our vision and commitment to student achievement and pathways; we invite you to submit an application to join our team
What Success Means In This Position
Substitute teachers perform the instructional and classroom management processes for teachers who are absent for a day or more extended periods. Their duties include taking attendance, explaining homework, and maintaining classroom cleanliness. Candidates need to be flexible in their availability.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Adhering to the curriculum and lesson plans assigned by the regular teacher.
Following procedures and achieving lesson goals.
Assigning and explaining homework.
Overseeing students outside of the classroom, including in the hallways and cafeteria.
Complying with all school regulations and policies at all times.
Taking attendance and documenting daily notes.
Ensuring the classroom and workstations are kept clean and orderly.
Overseeing the normal classroom rhythms and activities.
Compiling a report for the teacher when they return.
QUALIFICATIONS
High school diploma or equivalent qualification.
Bachelor degree in teaching is preferred.
Certificate in teaching or substitute teaching.
A minimum of 2 years experience in a similar role.
Must be detail-oriented and able to follow written and verbal instructions.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Physical Demands: the physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear.
Possess the ability to fulfill all office activities normally expected in an office setting, to include, but not limited to: remaining seated for long periods to perform computer entry, participating in filing activity, lifting and carrying office supplies.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds.
Fine hand manipulation (keyboarding).
Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
May work prolonged or irregular hours
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate
Internal office space within a school environment
