Substitute Teacher - Day-to-Day

Chicopee Public Schools•Chicopee, MA

About The Position

The primary function of a substitute teacher is to deliver the district curriculum using the lesson plans of the teacher to help all students reach their highest potential.

Requirements

Associates, BA of Masters in related field.
MA Department of Elementary and Secondary Education certification preferred.
Must be physically able to operate a variety of equipment including, but not limited to: computers, copiers, adding machines, etc.
Must be able to exert up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body.
Must be able to stand, crouch, and bend over for a long period of time at intervals throughout the day.
Requires the ability to compare and/or judge the readily observable, functional, structural, or composite characteristics (whether similar or divergent from obvious standards) of data, people, or things.
Requires the ability to speak and/or signal people to convey or exchange information. Includes giving instructions, assignments, or directions to subordinates or assistants.
Requires the ability to read a variety of correspondence including, but not limited to: reports, forms, newsletters, schedules, manuals, invoices, requisitions, menus, recipes, journals, etc.
Requires the ability to prepare correspondence, reports, forms, evaluations, procedures, charts, surveys, articles, bid specifications, brochures, news releases, handbooks, budgets, etc., using prescribed formats and conforming to all rules of punctuation, grammar, diction, and style,
Requires the ability to speak before groups of people with poise, voice control, and confidence.
Requires the ability to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions; interpret an extensive variety of instructions in mathematical or diagrammatic form; and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
Requires the ability to record and deliver information, to explain procedures, to follow oral and written instructions. Must be able to understand and communicate in a variety of technical or professional languages including medical, legal, accounting, and marketing terminology.
Requires the ability to utilize mathematical formulas; add and subtract; multiply and divide; utilize decimals and percentages; and to apply the principles of basic mathematics, algebra, and geometry.
Requires the ability to inspect items for proper length, width, and shape.
Requires the ability to coordinate hands and eyes rapidly and accurately in using office equipment and assisting students in activities of daily living.
Requires the ability to handle a variety of items such as office equipment and hand tools. Must have minimal levels of eye hand/foot coordination.
Requires the ability to deal with people beyond giving and receiving instructions. Must be adaptable to performing under stress and when confronted with emergency situations.
Requires the ability to talk (expressing or exchanging ideas by means of spoken words) and hear (perceiving nature of sounds by ear). Must be able to communicate via telephone or radio.

Responsibilities

Assumes all duties and responsibilities of the absent teacher.
Teaches all scheduled classes. Prepares written summary of work completed.
Follows the teacher’s written lesson plans. Consults with the principal and/or staff to resolve questions and/or concerns.
Complies with all building procedures and schedules, including taking precautions to ensure staff and student safety.
Communicates with the absent teacher.
Upholds all School Committee policies.
Develops and maintains a positive learning environment.
Works Cooperatively with staff and caregivers.
Incorporates the effective use of available resources including technology.
Respects personal privacy. Maintains the confidentiality of privileged information.
Accepts personal responsibility for decisions and conduct.
Performs other specific job-related duties as directed by the building principal.