School Site Substitute

Pendergast Elementary School District•Phoenix, AZ

12d•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for coverage of classroom on a flexible schedule for teacher absenses. Familiar with the elementary grade program and a class environment; Prepared to engage students in a favorable learning environment and interested in personal growth; establishes effective rapport with pupils; motivates pupils to develop skills; attitudes and knowledge needed to provide a good foundation in accordance with each pupil’s ability; establishes good relationships with parents and with other staff members.

Requirements

High School Diploma/GED
Substitute Teacher Certification
Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card IVP
Ability to read and follow instruction
Ability to collaborate and cooperate as a team member

Nice To Haves

BA degree
BA degree in Education
Training in classroom management and managing student behavior
Experience working with pre-K to 8 th grade students
Experience working in a public school setting
Such alternatives to the above required & preferred qualifications as the Superintendent/Designee may find appropriate and acceptable

Responsibilities

Assist and/or implement lesson plans and instructional materials as provided, utilize individualized and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each pupil to best utilize available classroom time for instructional purposes
Instruct, as outlined by the Site Principal or Teacher, the pupils in basic subject matter specified in state law and administrative regulations and procedures of the school district.
Follow current schedules, lesson plans and seating charts, as assigned.
Maintains the confidentiality of each student’s record.
Establishes and maintains lines of communication with students and parents on a regular basis.
Communicates with parents to discuss pupils’ progress, particular needs or difficulties encountered in the school program; treats parents with respect when reviewing a child’s problems or progress, as assigned.
Seeks the assistance of specialists or district resource persons to ascertain learning difficulties of students and appropriate services to meet their needs.
Under the direction of the site principal and/or grade level teacher the substitute will maintain an effective learning atmosphere through functional and attractive displays, bulletin boards and interest centers to meet the physical and psychological requirements of the students.
Select and requisition instructional aids and materials; maintain required inventory records.
Implement lesson plans maintained by the assigned teacher
Assists to instruct assigned classes in locations and at the times designated by the principal/supervisor, and reports for duty and other assignments on time, and supervises pupils in out-of-classroom activities during the assigned working day.
Establishes and maintains management and control of students in the classroom or under supervision.
Develops and explains rules for classroom discipline and consistently maintains discipline in the classroom.
Takes reasonable precautions to protect students’ safety, welfare and district property.
Disciplines students in a fair and impartial manner, following district policies regarding the rights of students.
Maintains professional ethics and attends required staff meetings and trainings.
Assists in implementing policies, administrative regulations and procedures established by the Governing Board, district administration and unit school principal.
Assists other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities.
Assists teachers for the purpose of implementing curriculum.
Directs student workers, volunteers, etc. for the purpose of maximizing their efficiency and meeting work requirements.
Reports incidents (e.g. fights, suspected child abuse, suspected substance abuse, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining personal safety of students, providing a positive learning environment and adhering to Education Code, administrative and/or school policies.
Perform such other duties and assumes such other responsibilities as may be assigned by the Superintendent/Designee.