Substitute

Responsibilities for Substitute Teacher

• Implement and teach lesson plans and instructions as directed by the absent teacher, or consult with the principal or other responsible staff if the lesson plan is not provided
• Maintain a clean, respectful, and orderly classroom, and follow classroom and school procedures as directed by the school
• Leaves notes or completes a Substitute Teacher Report Form for the regular teacher at the end of the teaching day
• Communicate in a friendly and positive manner toward parents, students, and administrators
• Keep records on attendance, accidents, and incidents
• Protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities
• Ensure the safety of students at all times

• High school diploma or GED, Bachelor's degree, or between 30 and 60 college semester hours (depending on state or type of school)
• Valid teaching credentials preferred
• Experience working with children and students preferred
• Ability to communicate comfortably (written and orally) with students, parents/guardians, administrators, and others
• Ability to follow and enforce rules, policies, and procedures
• Frequent walking, standing, stooping, and lifting of up to approximately 30 pounds may be required
• Must be punctual and reliable
• Ability to pass a background check