Substitute - Teacher (Pool for 26-27 SY) #1664

Monroe School District • Monroe, WA

14h • Onsite

About The Position

In the absence of the regular classroom teacher, the Substitute Teacher is responsible for implementing the daily instructional plans of the classroom teacher and providing meaningful instruction to the students of the assigned classroom. The role involves maintaining a class environment conducive to learning and personal growth, establishing effective rapport with students while maintaining proper classroom management, and working effectively with the building administrator and other teachers to minimize transition problems. The position requires adherence to district policies, procedures, and relevant laws, and acting as a mandatory reporter for various incidents. Substitutes will be required to attend mandatory orientation and complete Safe Schools training.

Requirements

• Must possess a valid Washington State Teaching Certificate.
• Endorsed in area of assignment preferred.
• Prior experience in the school setting preferred and in area of assignment.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students, parents, and staff.
• Ability to work with minimum direction, but as an effective member of the team.
• Such other qualifications as the Board and Superintendent may find appropriate.
• Successful Washington State Patrol and Federal Bureau of Investigation fingerprint clearance.
• I-9 employment eligibility in compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act.
• HIV/HBV training (obtain within 60 days of hire date – District provided).
• Human Resources new hire training (obtain within 60 days of hire date – District provided).
• Knowledge of principles, goals and objectives of public education.
• Knowledge of curriculum and other developmental programs.
• Ability to abide by all district policies and procedures along with building/department practices.
• Ability to adhere to federal, state laws and district regulations, policies procedures and practices.
• Ability to act as a mandatory reporter for incidents of child abuse, harassment, intimidation, bullying, fights, substance abuse etc.
• Abides by employment provisions provided for in the collective bargaining agreement.
• Ability to observe strict confidentiality regarding student information.
• Maintain regular punctual attendance.

Nice To Haves

• Endorsed in area of assignment.
• Prior experience in the school setting.
• Prior experience in area of assignment.

Responsibilities

• Reports to the school office at the beginning of the school day to pick up required materials/schedule of classes and at the end of the school day to return materials.
• Follows sign-out procedures as prescribed by the district.
• Carries out a program of study prescribed in the lesson plans left by the classroom teacher.
• Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students, ensuring fairness and respect.
• Guides the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and objectives as indicated in the lesson plans for the lessons, units, or projects assigned.
• Employs instructional methods and materials that are most appropriate for meeting lesson objectives.
• Uses positive verbal and non-verbal skills that enhance learning.
• Maintains a neat and orderly classroom.
• Takes attendance in accordance with district procedures.
• Indicates to students at the beginning of class the basic expectations for behavior in the class in accordance with school and Monroe Public Schools policies.
• Ensures that the students are never left unattended in the classroom.
• May perform duties usually required of absent teacher such as lunchroom duty, hall monitoring, etc.
• Knows emergency evacuation routes for the classrooms assigned.
• Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, materials, equipment and facilities.
• Knows procedures for referring students who are disciplinary problems.
• Knows school procedures and regulations.
• Performs other related duties as directed by the principal.

Benefits

• Sick leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• Annuities (403(b), Roth)
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription (SEBB) (Upon completion of 630 work hours)
• Additional life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance
• Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance and Life Insurance
• Medical flexible spending arrangement
• Limited purpose flexible spending arrangement
• Dependent care assistance program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED