Permanent District Substitute-Country Heights Elementary

Daviess County School District•Owensboro, KY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Provide continuity of instruction and student management in a variety of content areas and grade levels when the regular teacher is absent. The substitute follows lesson plans or instructions provided by the regular teacher, communicates assignments, assists students, and adapts appropriately when needed. This is a classified, non-exempt position with a year-to-year contract, assigned to Daviess County Public Schools. Location assignments may change, and duties and responsibilities may be altered to meet district needs. Successful completion of post-offer, pre-employment screenings is required as a condition of employment. The position is full-time and benefit eligible, with 7 hours per day and 177 contracted days per year. Compensation is commensurate with the Permanent Substitute salary range on the DCPS Salary Schedule. The position participates in the Kentucky Public Pension Authority (KPPA); service does not count toward district continuing contracts.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED and at least 60 college credit hours.
Eligibility to hold a Kentucky Emergency Substitute Teaching Certificate.
Basic computer skills, including use of a mouse and keyboard to navigate computers, email, websites, and Google Suite.
Knowledge of classroom management techniques.
Knowledge of documentation and record-keeping techniques.
Communication skills.
Knowledge of the policies and objectives of the assigned program and activities.
Successful completion of post-offer, pre-employment screenings.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree.
Full-time teaching experience.
Related field experience.

Responsibilities

Continue instruction effectively using lesson plans and/or instructions from the regular teacher.
Communicate assignments and instructions to students and provide assistance.
Follow district and school safety and emergency procedures.
Take attendance and supervise students using appropriate classroom management techniques.
Provide detailed notes and feedback to the regular teacher.
Use sound judgment to adapt when the regular teacher is absent and seek administrator guidance when appropriate.
Grade assignments when appropriate or requested by the regular teacher.
Maintain classroom cleanliness.
Protect confidential information about students and staff.
Comply with applicable federal, state, and district policies, administrative procedures, and other requirements.
Prioritize, plan, and organize work to meet schedules and timelines.
Communicate orally and in writing with tact and patience.
Follow reporting procedures for matters including behavioral issues, bullying, and suspected child abuse or neglect.