Guest Teacher/Substitute

Round Lake Area Schools•Round Lake, IL

40d•$130 - $180•Onsite

About The Position

In the absence of the assigned Teacher, this class is accountable for facilitating learning, academic achievement and personal development by providing instruction to students. This class also develops and implements curriculum and lesson plans, utilizes technology to facilitate learning, and demonstrates understanding the varying learning styles and the needs of a diverse student population.

Requirements

Illinois Substitute License OR Illinois teaching license registered with the Lake County Regional Office of Education (Region 34).
Knowledge of core curriculum areas for which the substitute teacher is responsible for instructing, including specialized knowledge in certain fields such as reading, mathematics, science, business, music, art, languages, and so forth, as appropriate
Knowledge of educational philosophy, teaching methods and approaches, and currently researched best practices and strategies
Knowledge of child development
Knowledge of classroom management techniques
Knowledge of instructional technologies
Knowledge of learner outcomes
Knowledge of learning theory, students' learning styles and needs, both academic and affective, and theories of multiple intelligences
Knowledge of multicultural, gender and disability fair curriculum concepts
Knowledge of Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) and Response to Intervention (RtI)
Some knowledge of community resources
Excellent listening skills
Skill in classroom management and organization
Skill in classroom presentation
Skill in human relations, mediation, conflict management and interpersonal interactions
Skill in maintaining and developing reports
Ability and flexibility to interact effectively with students, parents, and other school staff, the administration, and community members of diverse ethnic/racial and socioeconomic backgrounds
Ability to adapt teaching styles to diverse student populations
Ability to apply the principles of Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) and Response to Intervention (RTI)
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
Ability to evaluate student performance and to present these evaluations in a manner that fosters higher student achievement
Ability to multi task and be flexible
Ability to plan and implement lesson plans based upon District and school goals, as well as the objectives, needs and abilities of students
Ability to provide appropriate instruction in core subjects
Ability to utilize computer and multimedia technology, as appropriate
Ability to work in a cooperative learning environment
Ability to work with individuals from diverse backgrounds

Responsibilities

Assumes all of teacher's normally assigned duties when a teacher is absent including, but not limited to, instructional, extracurricular, cafeteria, hall, and bus duty
Collects and places students' papers in regular teacher's desk
Communicates, collaborates, and cooperates with colleagues, supervisors, and students
Completes a Substitute Teacher Report Form for the regular classroom teacher
Completes evaluation at the end of the day, and checks out with authorized personnel prior to leaving at the end of the day
Complies with all building procedures and schedules
Complies with and supports school and regulations and Board policies
Consults with the principal and/or staff to resolve questions and/or concerns
Consults, as appropriate, with the principal or department or grade level head, before initiating any teaching or other procedures not specified in the lesson plans
Determines if services will be required for the next school day
Develops and maintains a positive learning environment
Dismisses all students from the classroom before leaving the building
Encourages community partnerships that enhances District programs and services
Ensures the adequate supervision to assure health, welfare, and safety of all students
Facilitates critical-thinking, problem-solving, and creativity skills
Follows all District and individual school policies, rules and procedures to which regular teachers are subject and which good teaching dictates
Follows the teacher's written lesson plans
Helps parents and students understand academic and behavioral objectives
Helps students take full advantage of the learning environment (e.g., access and proximity to activities, use of adaptive equipment, etc.)
Implements effective student management procedures
Implements lesson plans, while ensuring the integrity of academic time and in a manner which motivates students to learn and participate
Incorporates the effective use of available technology in records management and instructional activities
Maintains a discipline and classroom control that fosters a safe and positive environment for all students and staff in accordance with school and District policies
Maintains accurate records and submits reports on time
Maintains and respects confidentiality of student and school personnel information
Maintains appropriate records including checking test papers, recording grades, student assignments for homework, projects and the necessary clerical work required to maintain student records for a teacher who is absent
Maintains high standards and upholds the student conduct code
Maintains, as fully as possible, the established routines and procedures of the school and classroom to which assigned
Makes the absent teacher aware of special situations or problems encountered
Manages student learning in accordance with the goals and directives of the school
Models non-discriminatory practices in all activities
Organizes students for effective instruction
Prepares a written summary of work completed
Promotes a favorable image of the District
Promotes the proper use and care of school property
Provides for individualized and small group assistance for students as indicated by lesson plans
Provides guidance, communicates high expectations, and shows an active interest in student progress
Remains in assigned classroom until all students have been dismissed for the day
Reports all student injuries, accidents, illnesses, and discipline problems to the appropriate authority immediately or as soon as is reasonably possible
Reports to office upon arrival at school, checks mailbox of absent teacher for materials requiring immediate attention, and requests clarification of school rules and procedures, if necessary
Reports to the principal or school secretary upon arrival at the school
Returns instructional materials, equipment, and keys to proper place
Reviews with principal or designee, all plans, duties and schedules to be followed during the teaching day, teaches the outlined lesson, maintains as fully as possible the established routines and procedures of the school and classroom to which he/she is assigned
Stimulates student interest
Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities
Teaches scheduled classes
Upholds Board policies and follows administrative procedures
Upholds computer technology acceptable use policies
Varies instructional techniques to address individual learning styles
Works cooperatively with other teachers
Performs other related duties as assigned