Substitute Teacher

Title

Substitute Teacher

Principal of Assigned Building

• Bachelor’s degree in any field of study; transcripts required
• BCI & FBI background checks dated within the past 12 months; on file with the Ohio Department of Education; can be conducted by Zanesville City Schools Administration Building (cost $25 for BCI and $25 for FBI)
• Substitute Teaching License or copy of Teaching License; first‑time and renewal applications completed online at the Ohio Department of Education; a $25 fee is required and must be paid directly to the Ohio Department of Education

• Communication: read, analyze, and interpret information; speak effectively to small and large groups; communicate clearly in writing
• Leadership: articulate vision and mission; provide guidance and management to achieve district goals
• Mathematics: use basic mathematical and computational concepts
• Reasoning: define problems, collect data, establish facts, draw conclusions
• Technology: use office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); use email

• Enthusiastic, sincere desire to help and ensure safety
• Accepts constructive feedback
• Professional tact and diplomacy with all stakeholders
• Conscientious, responsible for own performance
• Anticipates and manages problems and unforeseen events appropriately
• Decisive and loyal to the administrative team
• High moral character, good attendance record
• Promotes positive social relationships and public image
• Participates in professional organizations; maintains confidentiality and ethical behavior
• Flexible and adaptable to changing situations

Substitute Teachers are responsible for creating and maintaining a classroom environment that is effective, safe, and conducive to learning.

• Occasional exposure to blood, bodily fluids and tissue
• Occasional interaction with unruly children and adults
• Hand motions: typing, writing, etc.
• Requirements to sit, stand, walk, hear, see, read, speak, reach, stretch, crouch, kneel, climb and stoop
• Lift, carry, push and pull supplies and equipment up to 50 pounds

• Familiarize yourself with all schools where you may substitute teach
• Respond to calls to substitute unless hindered by illness or emergency
• Dress professionally, set a good example for students
• Report promptly to the main office upon arrival; learn routine procedures (class schedules, lunch times, student referrals)
• Familiarize with fire and emergency drill procedures; account for all students during drills
• Assume all responsibilities of the regular teacher, including special duties; a substitute is not employed merely to maintain order
• Remain at the school site for the entire length of the teacher day
• Maintain confidentiality of student records and information
• Maintain professional and ethical standards with students, parents, and staff
• Review and follow the lesson plans furnished by the regular teacher; secure necessary materials and equipment; start class promptly; contact principal if plans are unavailable; prepare alternative activities for emergencies
• Keep all students under supervision at all times; never leave a class unattended
• Observe principles of good classroom control and management; if a problem occurs that you cannot manage, contact principal or designee immediately; do not create situations that challenge your authority
• Leave the classroom in proper order; you are legally responsible for pupils, equipment, and materials
• Prepare a written account summarizing classroom activities, assignments, and comments for the regular teacher
• Accurately report class and homeroom attendance according to school procedures
• Notify school administration immediately should an accident, illness or discipline problem occur

• Zanesville High School: 7:45 AM – 2:26 PM (sub arrival 7:35 AM)
• Zanesville Middle School: 7:45 AM – 2:35 PM (sub arrival 7:35 AM)
• Elementary Schools: 8:45 AM – 3:10 PM (sub arrival 8:30 AM)

On‑Call