Substitute Teacher

Position: SUBSTITUTE TEACHER

Overview

Join to apply for the SUBSTITUTE TEACHER role at Lubbock-Cooper ISD
.

All new substitute teacher applicants are required to attend a Substitute Teacher Academy. Sub Academies will be held several times throughout the school year. Go to the Human Resources page of the district website at  for additional information and Sub Academy dates.

Compensation

Wage/Hour
:
Non-certified Substitute Teacher

• Short-term Assignment
  : $80.00/Day
• Long-term Assignment
  : $90.00/Day (As needed/Assigned by Campus Principal)

• Certified Substitute Teacher
• Short-term Assignment
  : $100.00/Day
• Long-term Assignment
  : $110.00/Day (As needed/Assigned by Campus Principal)

Reports to / Site

Reports to
:
Campus Principal

School
:
Assigned Campus

Contact Information

Contact
:
Missy Cooper

Phone
:  Ext. 10129

Email
:

Requirements

Education/Certification
:

• High school diploma/GED, some college hours, or associate degree

Special Knowledge/Skills
:

• Knowledge of core academic subject assigned
• Knowledge of curriculum and instruction
• Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior

Experience
:

• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Experience managing groups of students and providing instruction, or related work experience

Primary Purpose

Purpose
:
Provide students with appropriate learning activities, instruction, and supervision by implementing the lesson plans as directed by the absent teacher, principal, or other responsible staff.

Major Responsibilities And Duties

• Implement lesson plans and instructional activities provided by the absent teacher or designated staff.
• Use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, equipment, and technology that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned and present subject matter according to the lesson plans.
• Work cooperatively with teachers to modify curriculum for students as needed or noted in lesson plans.

Classroom Management and Other Duties

• Submit attendance reports.
• Implement a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.
• Manage student behavior in accordance with the lesson plans, Student Code of Conduct, and student handbook.
• Supervise students at all times.
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Maintain a clean and orderly classroom and follow the classroom and school procedures as directed by the school.
• Leave notes or complete the approved substitute teacher report form at the end of the teaching day.
• Report any accidents or incidents.

Communication

• Communicate in a friendly and positive manner towards students, parents, staff, and administrators.

Professional Growth and Development

• Participate in substitute training and activities to improve job-related skills.
• Comply with all state, district, and school regulations and policies for teachers.

Additional Responsibilities For Long-term Assignments

• Implement lesson plans and instructional activities provided by the absent teacher or designated staff that fulfill the requirements of the district’s curriculum program and show written evidence of preparation as required. Implement lessons that reflect accommodations for differences in individual student needs. May be required to develop and prepare lesson plans.
• Assess student learning styles and use results to plan instructional activities.
• Work cooperatively with special education teachers to modify curricula as needed for special education students according to guidelines established in IEPs.
• Work with other members of staff to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods according to district requirements.
• Plan and assign work to instructional aide(s) and volunteer(s) and oversee completion.
• Conduct ongoing assessment of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
• Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required.
• Participate in substitute training and staff development activities to improve job-related skills.
• Attend and participate in faculty meetings.

Other

• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors

• Tools/Equipment Used:
  Personal computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment; [P.E. teachers: 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 textbooks 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

Seniority level
:
Entry level

Employment type
:
Full-time

Job function
:
Education and Training

Industries
:
Primary and Secondary Education

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