Substitute Teacher​/Paraprofessional

Applications will be accepted beginning
Thursday, June 26, 2025 12:00 AM
(Central Standard Time)

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Job Description

Primary Purpose:
Provide students with appropriate learning activities and experiences in the academic subject area(s) in accordance with the lesson plan(s), teacher schedule and/or campus schedule.

Education/Certification:
High School Diploma or General Education Certificate (GED) minimum.
Bachelor degree, or higher, from accredited university preferred.

Special Requirements:

Must be at least 18 years of age.
Must possess good moral character.

Experience:
None required

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

• Deliver prepared lesson plans using a variety of presentation methods to keep students engaged and content relevant.
• Create and maintain a positive classroom environment that promotes school wide expectations.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with students by communicating appropriately and directly to develop their academic, social and emotional growth.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with coworkers and campus administration.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with parents by proactively communicating appropriately and directly as needed and/or required.
• Provide necessary accommodations and/or modifications as required by law and/or need for students.
• Maintain and respect confidentiality of student and school personnel information;
• Maintain discipline and classroom control that fosters a safe and positive environment for all students and staff in accordance with school and county policies;
• Ensure that adequate supervision to assure health, welfare, and safety of all students;
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities;
• Report to office upon arrival at school; checks mailbox/teacher desk of absent teacher for materials requiring immediate attention; requests clarification of school rules and procedures, if necessary;
• Report all student injuries, accidents, illnesses, and discipline problems to the appropriate authority immediately or as soon as is reasonably possible;
• Implement lesson plans, while ensuring the integrity of academic time and in a manner which motivates students to learn and participate;
• Organize students for effective instruction;
• Dismiss students from the classroom according to classroom and school schedules.
• Collect student work as directed by teacher lesson plans and/or as necessary for the activity.
• Return instructional materials, equipment, and keys to proper place;
• Comply with, and support all classroom and/or school regulations and policies;
• Model non-discriminatory practices in all activities;
• Perform other related duties as assigned by building administrator(s) in accordance with school policies and practices.

Knowledge,

Skills and Abilities

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Must be able to follow oral and written directions and have the ability to establish effective working relationships with staff and students.
Ability to maintain effective classroom management strategies.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
Tools/Equipment Used:
Personal computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment;[P.E. teachers: automated external defibrillator (AED)]
Posture:Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting
Motion:Frequent walking
Lifting:Regular light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds); may lift and move text books and classroom equipment
Environment:Work inside, may work outside; regular exposure to noise
Mental Demands:Maintain emotional control under stress; work prolonged or irregular hours This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

156 Marlin St.
P.O. Box 400
McDade, Texas 78650
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