Long Term Substitute 1st Grade Teacher

Belvidere Community Unit School District 100•Belvidere, IL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Belvidere Community Unit School District 100 is hiring a long-term substitute teacher for 1st grade at Washington Academy for the 2026–2027 school year. The assignment is scheduled to begin March 5, 2027, and continue through the end of the school year. The starting wage is $170 per day; benefits are not applicable. The substitute teacher serves as a temporary instructor in the absence of the regular classroom teacher and helps maintain continuity in the educational process by following the teacher’s lesson plans and instructions. The role requires maintaining an orderly and safe classroom, supporting students’ learning, adapting to students’ needs, and following school policies and professional standards.

Requirements

Hold a valid Substitute or Professional Educator License (PEL) registered with the Regional Superintendent of Schools in Boone/Winnebago County. The posting also states that a person with a valid professional educator license, educator license with stipulations, or paraprofessional license and a bachelor’s degree qualifies to substitute teach without a substitute teaching license.
Work effectively with administrators, staff, students, and community members.
Communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing.
Maintain a professional demeanor and deliver service excellence.
Maintain confidentiality and discretion when dealing with students, school employees, and the public.
Be proficient in operating personal computers and software, including database, spreadsheet, and word-processing applications.

Responsibilities

Deliver lessons using the lesson plans and instructional materials provided by the regular teacher.
Maintain classroom discipline and order to support a conducive learning environment.
Supervise students during class, monitor behavior and attendance, and ensure student safety.
Assist students with assignments, answer questions, and provide guidance.
Adjust teaching strategies to meet the needs of diverse learners and different grade levels.
Communicate and collaborate with school staff, administrators, and parents about concerns and student progress.
Adapt to short-notice assignments, different teaching environments, and curriculum requirements.
Follow school policies, procedures, and ethical guidelines, and maintain a professional demeanor.
Keep accurate records of attendance, student behavior, and significant incidents.
Engage in professional development to enhance teaching skills and stay current with educational trends and practices.