Day-To-Day Substitute Teachers (PreK-12) 2025-2026

University City School District•University City, MO

11d•$125

About The Position

The Substitute Teacher will assist students with learning subject matter and skills that will contribute to their development as mature, accountable and responsible students in the absence of the classroom teacher.

Requirements

Sixty college credit hours, Bachelor’s Degree preferred
MO Substitute Certification, teacher certification preferred
Mentoring or tutoring experience or equivalent in a diverse educational environment
Pre-service student teaching or equivalent in a diverse educational environment
Superior interpersonal skills required
Candidates must have: High school diploma
Current Missouri Substitute Certification

Nice To Haves

Previous teaching experience or equivalent in urban settings preferred.

Responsibilities

Guides the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and, in harmony with the goals, establishes clear objectives for all lessons, units, projects and to communicate these objectives to students, as adopted by the local and state Board of Education
Meets and instructs assigned classes in the locations and at the times designated
Implements instructional activities that contribute to a climate where students are actively engaged in meaningful learning experiences
Maintains as fully as possible the established routines and procedures of the school and classroom to which assigned
Teaches lesson plan as outlined by the absent teacher
Identifies, selects, and modifies instructional resources to meet the needs of the students with varying backgrounds, learning styles, and special needs
Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulation, pertaining to the teacher and students
Models professional and ethical standards when dealing with students, parents, peers, and community
Establishes and maintains cooperative working relationships with students, parents, and schools.
Assists students with resolving academic and social challenges.
Performs all extra duties for the absent teacher as required by building administration
Makes provisions to be available to students and parents for education- related purposes outside the instructional day when required or requested to do so under reasonable terms
Remains at school during the entire school day unless excused by administration or the designated representative
Maintains a professional appearance as an example for students
Performs other related duties as assigned by the building administration or Human Resources