Job Description

Summary:

The Site-based Substitute Teacher is responsible for developing student success in academics (e.g. reading writing language math etc.) or skills (e.g. art music physical education etc.) by implementing Division approved curriculum; documenting teaching and student progress/activities/outcomes; implementing lesson plans; modeling the necessary skills to perform assignments; providing a safe and optimal learning environment; and providing feedback to students parents and administration regarding student progress expectations goals. etc.

Essential Functions:

• Reports to the building administrator or clerical assistant upon arrival at the school building.
• Reviews all lesson plans and schedules to be followed prior to the students arrival.
• Maintains the established routines and procedures of the designated school and classroom. The substitute is expected to grade other written work not left in the lesson plans.
• Teaches the lesson outlined and described by the absent teacher.
• Consults with the administration team leader or grade level teacher to get a clear understanding of the schedule and assignment.
• Assumes the responsibility for maintaining a positive classroom climate and demonstrates enthusiasm for the teaching/learning process.
• Practices and promotes positive interaction with and among students.
• Complies with and supports school division policies regulations and procedures.
• Completes the Substitute Assessment Form and leaves it for the regular teacher.
• Other duties as assigned by the principal.

This list of essential functions is expected of all substitute teachers. Depending on the actual teaching assignment some functions will be added or altered to accommodate the specific grade level content ability of students and documentation requirements.

Education and/or Experience:

• Minimum of high school diploma or GED certificate is required or has previously worked in Charlottesville City Schools for at least 2 years as a paraprofessional.
• Must submit a recent (within twelve months) certificate signed by a licensed physician stating the absence of communicable tuberculosis.
• Pass a criminal review by the State Police Department and the Virginia Department of Social Services/Child Protective Services background check.
• Emotionally mature objective and sensitive to people and their concerns. Able to handle responsibility work independently and maintain good working relationships with students families and co-workers.
• Experience working directly with individuals and families from diverse racial ethnic and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to flex communication style to multiple cultural environments to improve instructional practices.
• Proficiency in the use of a variety of office equipment and technology with experience using Microsoft Office email and information system applications as well as working knowledge of cloud-based applications such as Google Drive.
• Demonstrated leadership qualities and personal characteristics necessary for working effectively with students teachers administrators and the community.
• Proficiency in business English: spelling grammar and spoken language.
• Emotionally mature objective and sensitive to people and their concerns. Able to handle responsibility work independently and maintain collaborative working relationships with students families administration co-workers and the community.

Physical Conditions and Nature of Work:

The usual and customary methods of performing the teaching position require the following physical demands: significant lifting carrying pushing and/or pulling; frequent stooping kneeling crouching and/or crawling; and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 24% sitting 33% walking and 43% standing.

Evaluation:

The full-time substitute teacher is evaluated by the principal.

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