CLASS TITLE:                      Substitute Teacher  

REPORTS TO:                     Principal  

SUPERVISES:                       N/A 

BASIC FUNCTION: 

A substitute teacher is responsible for providing instruction, managing the classroom environment, and promoting student learning in the absence of the regular classroom teacher.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:

The terms of employment are designated by the contract.

• Adhere to the Professional Code of Ethics and demonstrate punctuality and regular attendance;
• Teaches scheduled classes. Prepares a written summary of work completed for absent teacher.
• Makes the absent teacher aware of special situations or problems encountered.
• Assumes all duties and responsibilities of the absent teacher.
• Actively monitors students you are supervising.
• Follows the teacher’s written lesson plans. Consults with the principal and/or staff to resolve questions and/or concerns.
• Prepares additional classwork ahead of time, appropriate for the age group that you are working with, in case additional materials are needed for the class
• Complies with all building procedures and schedules. Promotes the proper use and care of school property.
• Upholds board policies and follows administrative procedures.
• Implements effective pupil management procedures. Maintains high standards and upholds the student conduct code. Intervenes and/or reports concerns to an administrator.
• Develops and maintains a positive learning environment.
• Works cooperatively with staff and parents.
• Incorporates the effective use of available technology.
• Upholds computer technology acceptable use policies.
• Respects personal privacy. Maintains the confidentiality of all privileged information including not posting pictures or comments from the school day on social media.
• Takes precautions to ensure staff/student safety. Does not leave students unsupervised.
• Supervises non-classroom duties when assigned.
• Accepts personal responsibility for decisions and conduct.
• Performs other specific job-related duties as directed.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Classroom management strategies;
• School rules and discipline procedures;
• Instructional practices that will support the lessons of the classroom teacher;
• A variety of content material.

ABILITY TO:

• Stay focused on students and classroom instruction
• Maintain management of the classroom

• Communicate effectively in both oral and written communications;
• Collaborate with district and school staff;
• Demonstrate positive, professional relationships with district personnel, parents, and community members;
• Provide needed resources, services, and materials for students;

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Work is performed while standing, sitting and/or walking; 
• Requires the ability to communicate effectively using speech, vision and hearing;
• Requires the use of hands for simple grasping and fine manipulations;
• Requires bending, squatting, crawling, climbing, reaching;
• Requires the ability to lift, carry, push or pull light weights. 

EVALUATION:

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

   There are three levels of substitute teaching certification.

• Certified Substitute: An active Kentucky teacher certificate
• Emergency Certified Substitute: A minimum of 64 college credit hours
• Emergency Non-Certified Substitute:  A minimum of a high school diploma/GED and be 25 years of age OR be currently enrolled in a teacher education program.  This level requires 18 hours of training prior to substituting in a classroom.