Substitute Teachers

SPRINGTOWN INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT
 
SUBSTITUTE TEACHER JOB DESCRIPTION
 
 
Title:                Substitute Teacher                                        
Reports to:      Campus Principal and Substitute Coordinator
Education:       Bachelor’s Degree; Texas Teacher’s Certificate desired; HS Diploma; GED
Experience:     Experience as a classroom teacher or substitute teacher highly desired.
Pay:                 $90 - $200 depending on level of education/certification, length of assignment
 
GENERAL:
The substitute teacher is responsible for managing an assigned classroom, carrying out
appropriate learning activities, and following lesson plans developed by the classroom
teacher to ensure that students’ education is not disrupted during the classroom teacher of
record’s absence. The substitute teacher works as a temporary, on-call, at will employee.
SISD does not guarantee any amount or period of work.
 
COGNITIVE/MENTAL DEMANDS:
Concentration (detailed work and attention to task), effective communication
(verbal/written), ability to read and comprehend written materials (lesson plans, student
information, textbooks, policy, procedure, data), reasoning skills, ability to understand and
carry out verbal instructions, analysis and differentiation of information, ability to
simultaneously coordinate multiple tasks, compiling and collating, simple mathematical
computations, emotional control.
 
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Walking, standing, reaching, repetitive hand motions, hearing, speech, visual acuity,
distinguishing colors.
 
ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS:
Work assignments may require the employee to work inside or outside, work environment
may be noisy, works alone, some biological exposure (insects, mold, fungi, bacteria, plants,
etc.).
 
DESCRIPTION OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
1.  Present lessons and subject matter in a manner that students understand.
2.  Exhibit a positive role model for students that supports the mission of the school district.
3. Create a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of students.
4. Establish and maintain control in the classroom and administer discipline in accordance with board policies, administrative regulations, and campus policies and rules.
5. Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities.
6. Establish and maintain open lines of communication with students.
7. Maintain a cooperative, professional relationship with all colleagues, students, parents, and community members.
8. Must be flexible to meet the needs of the school.
9. Use acceptable communication skills to present information accurately and clearly.
10. Keep informed of and comply with district and school regulations and polices.
11. Read the Substitute Teacher Handbook.
12. Maintain prompt and regular attendance for each substitute assignment.
 
SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
General knowledge of curriculum and instruction;
Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior;
Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
 

Springtown ISD is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability or age.

Salary : $90 - $200