Building Substitute Teacher (2025-2026)

Topeka Public Schools USD 501•Topeka, KS

1d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Substitute Teacher at our public school in an assigned building Monday through Friday, you will play a crucial role in providing educational support to students in the absence of their regular teachers. This position offers a rewarding opportunity to work with diverse student populations and contribute to their learning experience.

Requirements

Must hold a current Kansas Certified Teacher License, OR Standard Substitute License OR Emergency Substitute Teacher License.
Must be available Monday through Friday, Elementary 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. or Secondary 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Applicants must meet the Kansas State Department of Education certification requirements.
Knowledge and skills in proper English usage, grammar, vocabulary, spelling and punctuation, and basic math; methodologies, techniques and practices used to address the educational and emotional needs of regular program and special education students.
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.

Responsibilities

Implement lesson plans left by the classroom teacher while ensuring the integrity of academic time in a manner which motivates students to learn and participate.
Create and maintain a climate of respect and fairness for all students; ability to demonstrate fair and ethical judgment.
Maintain discipline and classroom control that fosters a safe and positive environment for all students and staff in accordance with school and district policies.
Apply appropriate consequences for inappropriate student behaviors; ability to display problem solving cooperative negotiating skills and conflict resolution strategies.
Maintain and respect confidentiality of student, school personnel, and parent information.
Ensure adequate supervision to assure health, welfare, and safety of all students.
Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
Perform other related duties as assigned by building administrator(s) in accordance with school/district policies and/or practices.
Assignments may be on a day-to-day basis or long term.
Substitute teachers in a long-term position may be required to prepare lesson plans and do other related work as required.