Fall 2026- Guest Educator (Substitute Teacher)

Irving ISD•Irving, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This position's primary purpose is to enable students to pursue their education with minimal interruption in the absence of the regularly assigned classroom teacher. The Guest Educator will be responsible for maintaining classroom management, delivering instruction according to prepared lesson plans, and ensuring a safe and organized learning environment.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED, required
Demonstrated ability of written and oral communication skills
Professionalism in the classroom and with interactions of administration /staff
Completion of an Irving ISD Guest Educator Orientation
Flexibility/adaptability to changing environments
Must speak and understand conversational and proper English
Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written)
Ability to read and comprehend written materials (lesson plans, student information, textbooks, policy and procedure)

Nice To Haves

Valid Teaching Certificate, preferred
Degree or at least 60 college semester hours, preferred
Experience working with children and students, preferred

Responsibilities

Review with the principal or designee all lesson plans and schedules to be followed during the instructional day.
Teach the lesson as prepared by the absent teacher.
Consult as appropriate with the principal or designee, if no lesson plan is provided by the absent teacher.
Maintain as fully as possible the established routines/schedules and procedures of the school and classroom to which the substitute is assigned.
Assume responsibility to oversee student behavior in the classroom and on campus as appropriate.
Respect district and employee property.
Maintain classroom(s) organization and appearance.
Leave a summary of work completed at the end of each instructional day for the teacher of record.
Follow all safety standards and procedures (lockdown, lockout, evacuate, etc.).
Report to the front office/designee upon arrival to campus of assignment.
Maintain confidentiality of employee and student information. Only discuss student information on a need-to-know basis with campus administration.
Contribute to the prevention of accidents and injuries by observing safety rules and District policy, practicing the principles and skills taught in safety training, wearing personal protective equipment as required, reporting injuries and incidences immediately to supervisor, and being proactive in the ongoing efforts to improve and maintain workplace safety.
Supervision of the classroom and students.