Long-Term Special Education Substitute Teacher

Johnston Community School District•Johnston, IA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Long-Term Special Education Substitute Teacher will work at Johnston Middle School in the Special Education subject area for anticipated dates of January 4 through March 11, 2027. Substitute teachers are called and used on an as-needed basis, with no guarantee of hours or days. The daily substitute rate is $165, increasing to $185 on the 11th consecutive day and $235 on the 21st consecutive day. A $500 incentive is offered to teacher substitutes who work 50 or more days in a semester. The role involves delivering instruction aligned with local curriculum and district standards, creating a positive and well-managed classroom, adapting instruction to students’ learning styles and needs, and assessing student progress. The teacher is expected to communicate learning goals, use a range of instructional techniques and resources, reinforce positive behavior, and model respect, responsibility, and integrity. The position also requires punctuality, discretion with confidential information, cooperation with students, parents, and staff, and the ability to work independently and adjust to changing situations.

Requirements

Demonstrate punctuality and regular attendance, beginning and ending tasks on time.
Maintain positive interpersonal relationships and work cooperatively with students, parents, and staff.
Project a positive image as an educator and promote a positive image of Johnston Schools.
Respect differing points of view and demonstrate acceptance of diverse racial, ethnic, cultural, gender, special-needs, and religious groups.
Demonstrate a positive attitude and manage stress constructively.
Work well with others, communicate effectively, and contribute to a positive work environment.
Work independently and confidently, demonstrate initiative, and work without close supervision.
Grasp and adjust to new and changing situations.
Use humor when appropriate.
Demonstrate appropriate instructional preparation and effective instructional techniques.

Responsibilities

Teach to local curriculum standards and align lessons with district standards and assessments.
Communicate learning goals to students and parents.
Create a classroom environment that promotes learning and establish fair, appropriate classroom rules.
Correct inappropriate behavior appropriately and in a timely manner, reinforce positive behavior, and maintain consistent expectations.
Use knowledge of students to plan age- and interest-appropriate educational experiences.
Prepare logical lessons with a clear flow of learning and use district-provided technologies where appropriate.
Use instructional time effectively and employ a variety of instructional techniques, strategies, and resources.
Use group and individual instruction regularly, with limited use of large-group lecture.
Modify lesson plans and instructional techniques to address student learning styles and provide all students opportunities to learn.
Respond positively and constructively to student questions and provide students with opportunities for success.
Use ongoing traditional and alternative assessment strategies related to core curricular concepts.
Model and promote honesty, respect for people and property, responsibility, personal integrity, and the value of hard work.
Maintain rapport with students and communicate and work cooperatively with school personnel, students, and parents.
Arrive on time, work consistently through the scheduled day, and maintain an appropriate professional appearance.
Respect confidentiality and use discretion when handling confidential information and situations.
Support expectations for student behavior outside the classroom during the school day.