To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions herein described. Since every duty associated with this position may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in the job description, but which may be reasonably considered to be incidental in the performing of their duties just as though they were actually written out in this job description. 

Substitute - Classroom Instruction

REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION: (please provide as profile attachments):

• Unofficial transcripts reflecting at least 30 college credits
• Negative TB test or screening result (completed within the last 12 months)

CALENDAR DAYS

On Call - As Needed

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Performs responsible supervision, teaching and/or training services to students in general instruction, in a specialized subject, or assigned group of subjects; motivating students to develop skill in assigned subject matters; does related work as required. Work is performed under regular supervision. Limited coordination responsibilities with assigned paraprofessionals.

• Teaching in an elementary, secondary or vocational school instructional program and class environment favorable to learning; teaching a broad range of subjects or specialized subject matter(s); teaching special needs students; motivating students to achieve maximum potential;

• Follows teacher’s substitute lesson plans using existing instructional materials;

• Translates lesson plans into learning experiences;

• Integrates subject area content and technology as directed by lesson plans;

• Instructs students in area(s) of specialization and subject matter specified in state law and administrative regulations and procedures of the school district;

• Maintains a safe classroom environment;

• Maintains standards of behavior;

• Implements behavior modification programs for special needs students;

• Encourages students to think independently, develop and express original ideas;

• Maintains appropriate records; prepares reports for classroom teachers;

• Maintains professional competence through in-service education and self-selected professional books and instructional materials;

• Performs related tasks as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school and at least 30 semester hours of college credit.

• Substitute teachers shall be at least 18 years of age, hold a high school diploma or a General Educational Development (GED) certificate, and have two years of full-time postsecondary education or two years of work experience with children.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Thorough knowledge of school division rules, regulations and procedures; 

• Ability to maintain standards of behavior; 

• Ability to deliver articulate oral presentations and written reports; 

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, students and parents.

• Possession of or ability to acquire appropriate license(s), certificate(s), and/or endorsement(s) for position as required by the Commonwealth of Virginia and School Board.

WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Work environment is primarily inside, where the noise and temperature levels are moderate; the worker is not subject to adverse environmental conditions.

• This is light work requiring the exertion of up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects; 

• Work requires fingering; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels, and to receive detailed information through oral communications and/or to make fine distinctions in sound; visual acuity is required for determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work.

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