Primary Purpose:

Provide students with appropriate learning activities, instruction, and supervision by implementing the lesson plans as directed by the absent teacher, principal, or other responsible staff.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification

Any one of the following:

• High School Diploma
• GED
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree
• Doctoral Degree 
• Valid Texas teaching certificate preferred

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Knowledge of core academic subject assigned
• Knowledge of curriculum and instruction
• Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Experience:

Experience managing groups of students and providing instruction, or related work experience

Position Requirements:

Instructional Strategies

• Implement existing lesson plans in a manner that ensures the integrity of academic time and motivates students to learn and participate
• Instruct students regarding a variety of classroom topics and courses of instruction
• Assign reasonable tasks and homework to students in accordance with the lesson plans
• Address the various learning styles of students accordingly
• Model correct use of spoken and written English language
• Demonstrate professional practices in teaching
• Work cooperatively with teachers to modify curriculum for students as needed or noted in lesson plans
• For long-term assignments, you may be required to develop lesson plans; create, administer, and grade tests/assignments; participate in parent-teacher conferences; and attend school related functions. Please note: activities may occur outside of normal school hours

Classroom Management and Organization

• Be a positive role model for students; support mission of campus and school district
• Submit attendance records
• Implement a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students
• Manage student behavior in accordance with the lesson plans, Student Code of Conduct, and student handbook
• Supervise students at all times
• Maintain classroom control that fosters a safe, positive environment for all students and staff in accordance with school, state, and all applicable laws and regulations
• Ensure adequate supervision of students and the classroom environment to assure the health, welfare, and safety of all students
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect equipment, materials, and school property
• May supervise students in out-of-class settings (e.g., assemblies, cafeteria, school grounds) 
• Maintain a clean and orderly classroom and follow the classroom and school procedures as directed by the school

Communication

• Leave notes or complete the approved substitute teacher report form at the end of the teaching day
• Communicate in a friendly and positive manner towards students, parents, staff, and administrators
• Report all student injuries, accidents, illnesses, and discipline problems to the campus principal
• Consistently exemplify principles of the Manor ISD People Experience

Subsitute Professional Growth

• Participate in substitute training and activities to improve job-related skills
• Comply with all state, district, and school regulations and policies for teachers
• Complete required trainings by due date
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures

Salary : $120 - $170