What are the responsibilities and job description for the Creative Writing Substitute Teacher position at CHICAGO HIGH SCHOOL FOR THE ARTS?
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Description
CREATIVE WRITING SUBSTITUTE TEACHERS
The Chicago High School for the Arts is seeking part-time substitute teachers in the Creative Writing Department.
All Creative Writing classes run 2-5pm, Monday -Friday
POSITION SUMMARY
A substitute teacher at the Chicago High School for the Arts is expected to provide planned instruction to students as outlined by a teacher or administrator. A wide variety of tasks are performed to ensure a high quality teaching and learning environment for all students. A substitute teacher must be very flexible and be willing to exercise good judgment when making decisions. The candidate must have superior verbal and written communication skills. The Creative Writing Department Head or her designee will monitor the work performed by the substitute teacher.
RESPONSIBILITIES
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Follow prepared lesson plans left by the permanent teacher
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Complete all necessary records accurately i.e. attendance tracking
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Have regular correspondence regarding students and school policies
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Monitor student behavior at all times, keep students focused and on task
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Provide positive feedback and reinforce student achievement
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Ensure class space, materials and equipment remain in good condition and are returned appropriately
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Encourage appropriate social skills and respect for others
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Address and reconcile minor student conflicts and request assistance from administration when support is needed
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Provide teachers with records summarizing the day and any issues that need to be addressed with students, and an accurate account of work performance for each period.
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Follow special needs of students such as; medical, modifications, schedule changes found in teacher’s plan
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Employee must demonstrate the ability to maintain confidentiality of student information
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Substitutes are expected to be prompt, reliable, professionally dressed, and follow all ChiArts’ policies and guidelines
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Additional expectations will be communicated on a day-by-day basis
Qualifications
SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor’s degree
Professional experience in creative writing or course-related field preferred
Minimum (3) years previous teaching experience at a pre-professional or professional level preferably in the content area preferred
Prior experience teaching high school students is strongly preferred.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Excellent interpersonal skills
Excellent classroom management ability
SALARY
Part time position, on an as needed basis
Hourly
QUALIFIED CANDIDATES SHOULD UPLOAD THE FOLLOWING
1. Resume
2. Cover letter
3. Three professional references (name, position, telephone number, and email)
