What are the responsibilities and job description for the Substitute Teacher position at Canopy Standard?
Founded in 1912 as an adoption agency, Canopy Children's Solutions is Mississippi’s most comprehensive nonprofit provider of children’s behavioral health, educational, and family support solutions. Canopy employs a diverse group of mission-driven individuals committed to honoring the voice of Mississippi children and families. Being an integral part of the Canopy team involves committing to the Core Values that drive our organization forward:
- The voice of our children and families always comes first
- Relationships matter and our differences make us stronger
- We take great joy in service to others
- Our families and our communities deserve our very best
Canopy has been designated a Great Place to Work® for the fifth consecutive year, and is one of only eight companies in Mississippi to qualify for this certification in 2024-2025. Canopy’s employees are charged with building a healthy work culture within their teams, that focus on trust, and the collective goal of helping kids thrive and families to overcome extraordinary challenges.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package for all eligible full-time employees. Benefits include, but are not limited to:
- Competitive Compensation
- 403b Retirement Plan with Match
- Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
- PTO/Vacation
- Employee Wellness Program and Counseling Services
Substitute Teacher - Position Overview:
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The role and responsibility of the Substitute Teacher shall include all components necessary for carrying out the lesson plans of the teacher for whom he/she is substituting to special education and/or regular education students.
Job Responsibilities:
Educational Responsibilities
- Assist students with assignments as needed on a daily basis.
- Complete required daily documentation for academic and behavioral progress.
- Reviews with principal or designee, all plans, duties and schedules to be followed during the teaching day, teaches the outlined lesson, maintains as fully as possible the established routines and procedures of the school and classroom to which he/she is assigned.
Required Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent with 1 plus years experience working with children and adolescents, preferably in a teaching capacity.
