Long Term Substitute (English)
Hill Country Christian School of Austin•Austin, TX
2d•Onsite
About The Position
Purpose : To help fulfill the mission of Hill Country Christian School of Austin by teaching and supervising Middle School English class during a teacher’s absence. This role will be for approximately 6-8 weeks (April - May timeframe). Accountability : Reports to Substitute Coordinator FLSA Status: Exempt hourly
Requirements
- Must be a Christ-follower who upholds, in word and deed, the Hill Country Christian School of Austin’s Core Values and Statement of Faith.
- Must faithfully attend a church whose fundamental beliefs are in agreement with the Statement of Faith of this school
- A Bachelor’s degree in English or related field.
- Must have prior teaching/classroom experience or experience supervising children.
- Demonstrated competency in pedagogical skills and proficiency in teaching four language skills (reading, writing, listening, speaking) across diverse learning environments
- Proven ability to effectively teach English grammar, literature and composition.
- Exceptional written and oral communications skills
- Occasional lifting of 5 to 20 pounds.
- Must be able to walk our campus, including flights of stairs.
- Must be able to remain in a stationary position at times using repetitive arm, hand, and finger movements.
- Needs to frequently move about the classroom to access supplies, equipment, etc.
- Ability to work in a semi-open classroom setting with frequent in-person interaction and numerous interruptions.
- Exposure to a variety of childhood and adult diseases and illnesses.
- Occasional exposure to a variety of weather conditions for recess.
Nice To Haves
- Some knowledge or understanding of classical education is preferred but not required.
Responsibilities
- Deliver engaging and effective English language instruction to students across various proficiency levels
- Facilitate a positive classroom atmosphere by engaging students in the learning process, maintaining positive rapport with students and families, and creating an orderly environment conducive to learning.
- Teach subject matter and administer lesson plans and activities as needed.
- Report to the school lobby to sign in and out each day and receive an identification badge.
- Carry out a program of study prescribed in the lesson plans left by the classroom teacher.
- Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students.
- Maintain a neat and orderly classroom.
- Take attendance in accordance with school procedures.
- Ensure that students are never left unattended in the classroom.
- May perform duties usually required of absent teacher (e.g., lunchroom duty, hall monitoring, etc.).
- Know emergency evacuation procedures.
- Interacts in a Christ-like manner at all times.
- Utilize the interpersonal relationship method of “Matthew 18” as commanded by Jesus Christ.
- Adhere to procedures in the Substitute Handbook.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
