On-Call Substitute Teacher

Distinctive Schools of ILChicago, IL
Onsite

About The Position

Substitute Teacher is responsible for the delivery of specified course content in the absence of the classroom teacher. Responsible for providing a safe educational atmosphere where students have the opportunity to fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, and psychological growth. Substitute Teacher workday corresponds with the teacher’s workday.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s Degree
  • Substitute Teaching License in ISBE
  • Familiar with cloud based software solutions (Google Suite)
  • Ability to learn digital tools and programs as needed for the position
  • Occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; some stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling; and significant fine finger dexterity.
  • Generally, the job requires 10% sitting, 50% walking, and 40% standing.

Responsibilities

  • Teach scheduled classes
  • Implement lesson plans, routines, and expectations set forth by the classroom teacher
  • Develop and maintain a positive learning environment
  • Implement effective management procedures and routines
  • Maintain the confidentiality of student Information, grades, and school personnel
  • Take precautions to ensure staff/student safety. Does not leave students unsupervised
  • Consult with the grade level/content team to resolve questions and/or concerns
  • Follow all campus procedures and schedules
  • Promote the proper use and care of materials, tools, and school property
  • Supervises non-classroom duties when assigned
  • Provide impromptu lesson plan or activity that is developmentally appropriate as needed
  • Assist students with their coursework towards mastery
  • Assume all duties and responsibilities of the absent teacher
  • Adapt instructional approach to meet the unique individual needs of the students
  • Provide detailed notes and summary on work completed
  • Maintain a professional relationship with colleagues, students, families, and community members
  • Use effective communication skills to present information accurately and clearly

Benefits

  • Distinctive Schools was named one of Crain’s 2021 Best Places to Work in Chicago; culture is at the heart of what we do.
  • We are a collaborative team of professionals supporting each other to instill a love of learning in our students.
  • We empower students, families and staff to contribute to our mission in a meaningful way.
  • We make an impact in our communities by serving some of the most historically marginalized in the city.
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