Short Term Substitute - Fourth Grade Teacher - Holly Hills Elementary

Cherry Creek • Denver, CO

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About The Position

The Substitute Teacher provides instruction and manages a classroom in the regular teacher’s absence. The role follows provided lesson plans, manages student behavior, takes attendance, and ensures a safe learning environment. Substitute teachers instruct students in large, small, and one-on-one settings; create a classroom environment that maximizes instructional opportunities; and supervise student behavior and well-being in the classroom and other educational settings. The position also collaborates with teachers, support personnel, administrators, and colleagues to enhance instruction and improve student outcomes.

The position has no direct supervisory responsibilities. Work location may change to meet organizational requirements. The work is primarily indoors in a normal classroom and school district environment, with possible outdoor work when monitoring student activities.

Requirements

• High School Equivalency (HSE) diploma.
• Colorado Department of Education (CDE) substitute authorization or teaching license.
• Criminal background check and fingerprinting required.
• Basic knowledge of typical office equipment, including telephones, copiers, fax machines, and email.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Basic classroom management and planning skills.
• Basic organizational skills.
• Intermediate verbal and written communication and interpersonal relations skills.
• Ability to support programs designed to increase student achievement.
• Ability and desire to work as a team member.
• Ability to understand, appreciate, and make accommodations for student diversity.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Previous successful teaching experience.
• Experience working in the public sector.
• Experience advising school clubs or co-curricular activities.
• Experience working directly with people from diverse racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Racially conscious and culturally competent, with the skill, will, capacity, and knowledge to commit to a culture of continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Instruct students in large, small, and one-on-one situations.
• Create a classroom environment that maximizes instructional opportunity.
• Supervise students’ behavior and well-being in the classroom and all educational settings, and administer discipline when appropriate.
• Collaborate with teachers, support personnel, administrators, and colleagues to enhance instruction and improve student outcomes.
• Perform other duties as assigned or requested.

What This Job Offers

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