Substitute Teacher
Reports to: Principal/Director of Student Services/Dean of Students
Compensation:
$160 per day days 1-10 (non consecutive) | $170 per day day 11, maximum 120 days (total)
The substitute is a guest teacher and works to maintain a continuity of education and learning in the absence of the regular teacher.
Job Summary:
- Creates a learning environment and structure which nurture self-esteem, self-confidence and self-disciplineImplements behavior management strategies that are fair and consistent
- Performs duties in accordance with Board of Education, administration and school policies
- Is punctual and regular in attendance, duties and responsibilities
- Accepts recommendations for change and implements new programs and policies in a positive, professional manner
- Performs necessary clerical responsibilities
- Demonstrates an understanding of the cultures of the school and community
- Communicates effectively with students, administration and teachers
- Establishes good rapport with students, parents, colleagues and community
- Interacts with students, parents, colleagues and community in a mutually respectful manner
- Expresses interest and enthusiasm for teaching and learning
- Demonstrates empathy, fairness and consistency
- Serves as a positive role model for students and colleagues
- Demonstrates flexibility and cooperation
- Demonstrates appropriate voice, diction and language usage
- Demonstrates appropriate listening skills
- Maintains a professional demeanor and a positive and pleasant attitude
- Maintains student confidentiality
- Perform tasks and duties as assigned by administration & staff
Qualifications:
- Appropriate Illinois Substitute Teaching License Required
Selection Procedure:
The administrative and office staff will review online applications and supporting materials and select individuals may be called in for interviews. Based upon need, substitutes will be added to the list. Substitutes are AT WILL employees.
Physical Demands and Work Environment:
Perform the physical tasks necessary to monitor, supervise and physically assist students throughout the school day during a variety of instructional activities. Must be able to function effectively in an active, loud environment. Must be able to adapt to changes in the work environment as circumstances require.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Pennoyer SD 79 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Pennoyer SD 79 ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or disability. Pennoyer SD 79 has a policy of active recruitment of qualified minority teachers and non-certified employees. Any individual needing assistance in making application for any opening should contact the Department of Human Resources