K8 Substitute Coordinator & Substitute Teacher

Valley Christian Schools•Tempe, AZ

14h•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced K8 Substitute Coordinator & Substitute Teacher to join our team. The K8 Substitute Coordinator & Substitute Teacher will oversee all aspects of interviewing, training and coordinating substitute teachers. Each day there also is the expectation to be in the classroom as a substitute, when and wherever needed.

Requirements

Must have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ that is a testimony among others
Agree to uphold Valley Christian’s Mission & Beliefs
Agree to uphold Valley Christian’s Statement of Faith
Faithfully attend and financially support a local church whose beliefs are in agreement with our school’s Mission & Beliefs.
Adheres to and honors Valley Christians standards, policies, procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook
Must have and maintain a valid level one IVP fingerprint card
Must have excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
Ability to communicate effectively both written and verbally
Must be proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software
Ability to multi-task with organization
Ability to exercise initiative and sound judgment and to react with discretion under varying conditions
Ability to establish and maintain effective and appropriate relationships with outside vendors and businesses
Strong supervisory skills and leadership skills
Experience with educational management systems and/or substitute management systems
Use a computer (visual and keyboarding) for long periods of time
Able to remain in a stationary position (sitting or standing) 50% of the time
Occasionally lift up to 25 pounds
At times requires stooping, bending, turning, pushing, pulling, reaching and climbing stairs (2-story)
Use of hands, fingers, arms to reach, grip and maneuver objects
Must be able to respond quickly to sounds (fire/security alarms)
Work in noisy and crowded school environment
Frequent walking throughout the campus
Must be able to travel in state between campuses, to vendors, and to related events
VCS conducts pre-employment screening for all positions which includes a criminal background check, verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university and 3 years of teaching/substitute experience is preferred

Responsibilities

Be a full-time substitute teacher when and wherever needed on the K-8 campus
Display the ability to connect Biblical truth to students’ lives
Demonstrate a passion for ministering to students through teaching, counseling, encouragement, and mentoring
Adheres to and honors Valley Christian Schools’ standards, policies, procedures as outlined in the Substitute Guide
Responsible to cover a variety of classes/grades as needed
Responsible for implementing lesson plans as directed by the assigned classroom teacher
Maintain records by documenting attendance, incidents, and behavior in accordance with guidelines and policies
Demonstrate sound judgment in decision-making
Follow Substitute Teachers Dept. Policies & Procedures and meticulously record attendance, incidents, and behavior according to school policies
Promote student engagement to inspire and encourage progress while supporting and strengthening the learning capabilities of each student
Maintain a healthy learning environment for the students in the classroom by using appropriate enforcement of student behavior rules
Attend professional development workshops provided by Valley Christian Schools
Exercise open and respectful communication with students, families, co-workers, and supervisors
Follow all crisis management procedures in the event of an emergency or drill
Participate in required staff meetings, events, and activities
Assists in interviews and participates in the hiring of substitute teachers
Manage subs after they have been interviewed and onboarded
Train, supervise, counsel, schedule and evaluate performance of assigned staff
Establishes best practices to attract and retain mission-appropriate substitute teachers
Supervise the substitute management system
Maintain and manage Instasub and other applications related to the role
Oversee as the sub caller to fill the need daily and weekly
Conducts interviews and participates in the hiring of staff
Oversee student teachers after they have been interviewed by a principal.
Manage college students who need practicum and observation hours.
If they will be teaching in the classroom the principal will first need to interview them.
Train, supervise, counsel, schedule and evaluate performance of assigned staff
Oversees the overall work of assigned staff
Performs other related duties assigned by the Principle & Vice Principals