Long-Term Sub - Secondary Teacher - 6th Grade Language Arts

Indianola Community School District•Indianola, IA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a dedicated, enthusiastic educator to join our team as a long-term substitute teacher. We're looking for someone who is passionate about supporting student learning and maintaining a positive, engaging classroom environment. The assignment is expected to begin around mid-December or January 4 and continue for approximately 6-12 weeks (TBD). INDIANOLA COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT Position Description Position Title: Teacher, Department: Teaching and Learning Reports To: Principal SUMMARY: Temporarily assumes full classroom responsibilities for an extended period to instruct students and facilitate learning activities aimed at promoting intellectual, social, and physical growth in the prescribed content area.

Requirements

Valid Iowa teaching license (Standard, Initial, Master or Substitute License) issued by the Iowa Board of Educational Examiners (BOEE).
Candidates holding a BOEE Substitute Authorization may only serve up to 10 consecutive days in a 30-day period in the same assignment, so would not be eligible for a long-term substitute teaching position.
Mandatory Criminal Fingerprint and Background Check; Child Abuse Mandatory Reporter Training.
Sound understanding of adolescent development, subject matter concepts, and effective pedagogy.

Nice To Haves

Prior teaching, student teaching, or substitute experience preferred.
Strong classroom management, clear verbal/written communication, adaptability, and proficient use of instructional technology and record-keeping software.
Ability to step seamlessly into an established classroom, build positive working relationships, differentiate instruction, and exercise tact, patience, and confidentiality.

Responsibilities

Reports to work as scheduled on a regular, reliable basis for the duration of the long-term assignment.
Meets and instructs assigned classes in designated locations and times.
Implements existing unit/lesson plans or develops rigorous new plans aligned with Board-adopted curriculum.
Maintains a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate to student needs and maturity.
Utilizes a variety of instructional techniques, technology, and materials to accommodate diverse learning styles.
Establishes and maintains standard classroom management and behavioral expectations.
Evaluates, records, and reports student academic progress and maintains accurate confidential records.
Communicates effectively with parents, guardians, and administration regarding student progress.
Assists administration in enforcing school rules, safety protocols, and district policies.
Supervises students during school-related activities; oversees teacher associates or volunteers as assigned.