What are the responsibilities and job description for the SUBSTITUTE - TEACHER position at Fayette County Public Schools?

JOB DESCRIPTION - SUBSTITUTE - TEACHER

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions herein described. Since every duty associated with this position may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in the job description.

SUBSTITUTE - TEACHER

Job Class Code : 4991

Position Type : Daily

Job Type : Temporary

Pay Rate

125 - $175 per day

Reports To : Principal or designee

Supervises : N / A

JOB SUMMARY

To enable each child to pursue his / her education as smoothly and completely as possible in the absence of the regular classroom teacher

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Follows all policies, rules, and procedures to which regular teachers are subject and which good teaching practice dictates. Refer to SUBSTITUTE TEACHER HANDBOOK for specific guidance.

Assumes responsibility for overseeing pupil behavior in class and during lunch and recess periods. Reports in writing with notes left for the absent teacher the assignments made and comments regarding student behavior.

Consults, as appropriate, with the building principal, department head, or team leader before initiating any teaching or other procedures not specified in the absent teacher's lesson plan.

Teaches the lesson outlined and described in a lesson plan book prepared by the absent teacher.

Maintains as fully as possible the established routines and procedures of the school and classroom to which he is assigned.

Reviews with the principal, department head, or team leader all plans and schedules to be followed during the teaching day.

Reports to the building principal or school secretary upon arrival at the school building.

Demonstrates the ability to communicate in more than one language or the willingness to learn to communicate in more than one language at the novice level of proficiency.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Maintains regular attendance.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience :

High school diploma or G.E.D. Certificate

Licenses or Certifications :

Valid Kentucky Teaching Certification for area and grade level of assignment or a valid Kentucky Emergency Certification for Substitute Teaching (not available for long-term assignments)

Special Requirements :

Minimum Age Requirement : Applicant must be at least 21 years of age.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Requires the ability to lift, carry, push or pull medium weights, up to 50 pounds

Requires bending, squatting, crawling, climbing, reaching.

Requires the use of hands for simple grasping and fine manipulations.

Requires the ability to communicate effectively using speech, vision and hearing.

Work is performed while standing, sitting and / or walking.

Job Description Creation Date :

Revision Dates :

1 / 1995

2 / 1998

10 / 2024

The Fayette County Board of Education is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Superintendent shall adhere to a policy of equal employment opportunity in all personnel matters. No person shall be subjected to discrimination in regard to employment, retention, promotion, demotion, transfer or dismissal because of race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation or gender identity), genetic information, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, age or disabling condition or limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions.

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Salary : $125 - $175

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