Substitute Teacher, High School

JOB SUMMARY

To help students learn subject matter and skills that will contribute to their development as spiritual, academic, and social individuals. All substitute teachers will report to the SCS Vice/Principal.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Each teacher should model a Christian walk. No subject content is more important than an application of Christian principles or the development of Christian relationships or character. Modeling is the ultimate importance of Christianity and its applicability to every situation. The teacher will apply the Word of God as the final authority and basis of problem resolution.

2. Teachers should be committed to personal prayer and to regular participation in school prayer time.

3. Guides the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and, in harmony with the goals, establishes clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects and to communicate these objectives to students, as adopted by the school administration.

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

5. Teaches lesson plan as outlined by the absent teacher.

6. Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students.

7. Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.

8. Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, school policy, and administrative regulation, pertaining to teacher and students.

9. Maintains a professional appearance as an example for students.

10. All other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Bachelor’s degree in Education or related field. Master’s degree is highly desirable.

2. Willingness to continue professional courses as required according to ACSI guidelines.

3. Desire to work with elementary and secondary school-aged children; specialized training for dealing

with that age group is a definite asset.

4. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

5. Excellent computer skills. Proficient in Microsoft software and other LMS software a plus.

6. Strong organizational ability and the ability to meet deadlines.

PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS:

1. Must be of excellent moral character.

2. Well-developed interpersonal skills and team player. The teacher recognizes that a school is one total school rather than a collection of individual classrooms. Each teacher contributes toward a successful whole. Therefore, each teacher should relate in warm and supportive ways with other staff members. Problems should be resolved through exercise principles described in Matthew 18.

3. Ability to get along with diverse personalities with tact, maturity and flexibility.

4. Ability to establish credibility and be decisive – but able to recognize and support the school’s preferences and priorities.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Sitting (40%), standing (30%), walking (20%), lifting (5%), climbing (1%), stooping (1%), bending (2%), squatting (1%). Must be able to lift 5 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Moderate noise levels commensurate to classroom environment; possible noise and shaking from gym use; possible food related odors/smells from teacher’s lounge.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

All Employees of Southlands Christian Schools must be professing, born-again Christians in accordance with Southlands Schools International’s religious 501-C3 bylaws.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $144.00 - $164.00 per day

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• On call

Work Location: In person

Salary : $144 - $164