What are the responsibilities and job description for the Substitute Teacher/Paraeducator/Secretary position at Various Sites?
Release Date: July 12, 2024
Application Deadline: Ongoing
Requisition: 10877
Position: Substitute Teacher/Paraeducator/Secretary
Location: Various Locations
Salary: $15.10 - $23.00 per hour
APPLICATION PROCEDURES:
- Qualified applicants must complete a TalentEd online application. No hard-copy applications will be accepted.
- One-day virtual classes are being offered for the year. You will select the state you wish to attend as you complete the online application.
Failure to follow the application procedures could hinder your chances of securing the desired assignment. Please contact the Department of Human Resources with questions (301-475-5511, ext. 32189).
NATURE OF WORK:
Substitutesare hired to teach students in the absence of a teacher or paraeducator or secretary on a daily or long-term basis.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Ability to professionally relate to and collaborate with co-workers, students, and community members
- Ability to understand and maintain confidentiality
- Ability to communicate both orally and in writing
- Ability to use technology effectively to complete tasks
- Ability to report to work daily and on time
- Ability to understand and follow written and oral directions
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Assumes all duties and responsibilities of the regular teacher in a given Long-term substitutes may also be required to attend staff meetings, parent conferences, etc.
- Maintains effective working relationships with other employees and the public and deals with public relations problems courteously and tactfully
- Carries out written plans left by the regular teacher for the day’s lessons and Marks pupil assignments and classroom work according to school and teacher evaluation policies
- Records pupil absences according to school procedures
- Assumes the teacher’s responsibility for supervision of students in the building, on the grounds, or field trips
- Becomes familiar with and follows school and division procedures for routines and emergencies
- Leaves a clear, written summary for the teacher of the work covered and other relevant comments
- Performs duties as requested by the teacher or school administrator during planning periods
- Maintains confidentiality at all times: in classroom, school site, administrative buildings, and in the community
- Utilizes the SmartFind Express absence management system
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Submit fingerprints and successfully pass a criminal history background check
- Complete authorization for Employee History Verification forms
- Complete the substitute training course
- Observe in a school classroom for at least a half-day between the class date and intake meeting
- Complete the Vector Training (formerly SafeSchools) videos (Directions will be given in class)
- Complete at least 10 (ten) substituting jobs per school
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Temporary hourly assignment.
SALARY:
|
HIGHEST DEGREE |
HOURLY RATE |
LONG-TERM/DEDICATED |
|
HS Diploma/GED |
$15.10 |
$16.10 |
|
AA Degree |
$17.00 |
$18.00 |
|
BA Degree |
$20.00 |
$21.00 |
|
MA or Higher |
$22.00 |
$23.00 |
BARGAINING UNIT ELIGIBILITY: Not eligible
Updated 2024
The Board of Education reserves the right to reject any or all applicants, re-advertise, and/or withdraw the positions.
The St. Mary’s County Public School System does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, age, national origin, marital status or sexual orientation, religion, or disability in matters affecting employment or providing access to programs.
Salary : $15 - $23
