REPORTS TO:     Principal

 

 

PURPOSE:     Fill in when a teacher/instructional assistant needs to be absent from their position.  

 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

 

Substitute teachers perform the instructional and classroom management processes for teachers who are absent for a day or longer periods of time. Their duties include taking attendance, explaining homework, and maintaining classroom cleanliness. Candidates need to be flexible in their availability.

 

Substitute Teacher Responsibilities:

• Adhere to the curriculum and lesson plans assigned by the regular teacher.
• Follow procedures and achieve lesson goals.
• Assign and explain homework.
• Oversee students outside of the classroom, including in the hallways and cafeteria.
• Comply with all school regulations and policies at all times.
• Take attendance and document daily notes.
• Ensure classroom and work is kept clean and orderly.
• Oversee the normal classroom routines and activities.
• Compile a report for the teacher for when he/she returns.

Substitute Teacher Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent qualification.
• Certificate in teaching or substitute teaching.
• Bachelor's degree in teaching or a minimum of 2 years experience in a similar role preferred.
• Must be detail oriented and able to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

The following are the substitute teacher and long-term substitute teacher pay rates as of 1/1/2022:

Non Certified - $112.50 per day

Certified (Expired License or other State) - $112.50 per day, long-term $112.50

      Student Teacher with Pending License - $112.50 per day, long-term $112.50

      Certified with active License - $116.00 per day, long-term $168.00