Cadre Substitute - IHSCA

Institute For Latino Progress•Chicago, IL

6d•$230•Onsite

About The Position

The Cadre Substitute reports to the Principal and is responsible for leading classroom instruction and activities for 9th-12th graders in the absence of the regular classroom teacher. The Cadre Substitute implements teacher lesson plans, assigns student classwork and homework, and maintains classroom control and discipline. The Cadre Substitute must also complete a daily report or evaluation to communicate any pertinent information resulting from the day’s events and deliver to Principal at the end of the school day. The primary responsibility of the Cadre Substitute is to cover classes in the event of teacher absences. In the event no teacher coverage is needed, the Cadre Substitute will assist with other instructional and non-instructional duties as assigned by the building administration.

Requirements

ISBE Short Term Substitute License or ISBE Substitute License, or Professional Educator License (PEL)
Ability to successfully manage a classroom
Ability to maintain a high sense of confidentiality
Ability to work with a wide variety of people
Exceptional organization and time management skills
Excellent oral and written communication skills; ability to speak English and Spanish fluently preferred
Ability to maintain composure under pressure
Ability to honor schedules and work plans
Dependability and punctuality
Strong project management skills, attention to detail, and effective management of multiple projects at one time
Ability to adhere to deadlines and react to unpredictable events
Advanced skills with Microsoft Office and the Internet

Nice To Haves

At least two years of experience teaching or substitute teaching in a high school environment (preferred)

Responsibilities

Taking attendance at the beginning of class.
Following teachers lesson plans in a way that ensures consistency, optimal learning and encourages participation.
Collecting homework assigned from the previous day.
Collecting and organizing all work done in class.
Working with the students on assignments and providing extra help when necessary.
Take initiative to solve problems when they arise and makes decisions based on the best interests of students.
Follow through on classroom issues and reporting any misconduct or behavioral issues within the classroom. Communicate with appropriate parties when issues arise and as appropriate.
Demonstrating professionalism and high regard for student wellbeing.
Required to attend in-service training programs outside regularly scheduled hours.
Demonstrates flexibility and is able to adjust and/or adapt quickly.
Following school’s regulations and student code of conduct procedures.
Performs other duties as assigned.