Description

Elementary School Substitute Job Description

We are looking for reliable and flexible Substitute Teachers to join our team. Substitutes are required to be available at least 4 days each month during the school year. While advance notice is provided when possible, substitutes may be called on short notice for same-day needs.

Responsibilities:

• Teach reading, math, and spelling groups using Direct Instruction programs.
• Supervise students during lunch, recess, and transitions to and from Art, PE, and other classes.
• Follow teacher plans and maintain American Prep classroom management standards.
• Prepare necessary materials, including scripts and copies, when called in advance.
• Report any issues to the homeroom teacher or appropriate staff.
• Attend Direct Instruction training sessions.
• Work closely with staff to ensure students are safe and engaged.
• Keep records and data organized in Data Binders.
• Participate in meetings, when applicable.

Qualifications:

• Strong organizational skills and ability to follow instructions.
• Flexibility to handle same-day substitute requests.
• Ability to work collaboratively with staff and maintain a positive learning environment.
• Must be able to speak, read, and write English fluently.

Qualifications

Education/Experience:

• Organization: Substitute teachers must be prepared to respond quickly to calls or emails, either immediately (for same-day requests) or within 4 hours (for advance requests). Good organizational skills are essential for balancing home, family, and work responsibilities.
• Work Ethic: Substitutes are required to work at least 4 days per month throughout the school year. Hours may vary, so a strong work ethic and commitment to fulfilling this responsibility are key.
• Initiative: Substitutes must be proactive, asking questions when needed, and stepping up to ensure quality instruction in the absence of regular teachers.
• Positive Attitude: A positive attitude, sense of humor, and can-do spirit, even in stressful situations, are crucial for success.
• Flexibility: Substitutes must be flexible and willing to step in at the last minute. They should be comfortable traveling between campuses and ensuring excellent instruction continues.
• Teachable: Substitutes must be open to feedback from Administration and work collaboratively with other staff members to support student success.

Job Benefits:
Subs are eligible for up to a 2% match of their 401k.

1.      Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action (EEO/AA) Statement—The Subrecipient will, in all solicitations or advertisements for employees placed by or on behalf of the Subrecipient, state that it is an Equal Opportunity or Affirmative Action employer.