Substitute Teacher Pool SY 26-27

East Providence School Department•East Providence, RI

16h•Onsite

About The Position

The substitute teacher assumes the duties of the regularly assigned classroom teacher in their absence, maintaining continuity of instruction and a safe, orderly learning environment. Substitutes may be assigned to any grade level or content area across the district based on daily need. The position is per diem and as needed, with no guaranteed number of workdays. Assignments are posted and accepted through Frontline/Aesop. The daily rate is $125, increasing to $150 on day 31 and $175 on day 61; long-term substitute assignments are compensated at a higher rate. Substitute positions are not benefit-eligible. The employee must be able to work in a variety of physical positions, including sitting, standing, stretching, and walking; regularly talk and/or hear; and use hands to handle or feel. The role involves lifting or moving up to 10 pounds and occasionally lifting items slightly over 10 pounds. Close vision is required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The duties listed are illustrative and are not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or higher.
Possess or be eligible for a valid Rhode Island Department of Education (RIDE) Substitute Teacher Certificate.
Possess a high degree of tact, diplomacy, and confidentiality.
Be dependable and punctual, and able to accept assignments on short notice.
Be proficient with basic computer and classroom technology.
Complete a national and state criminal background check (BCI) as required by Rhode Island law.
Complete all district onboarding and mandatory training before the first assignment.
Be able to perform the physical demands of the role, including sitting, standing, stretching, walking, handling or feeling objects, and lifting or moving up to 10 pounds and occasionally items slightly over 10 pounds.
Have close vision.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience working with school-age children.

Responsibilities

Adhere to the policies and related directives of the East Providence School Department.
Report to the assigned building on time and check in at the main office at the start of each assignment.
Review and follow lesson plans, seating charts, and classroom teacher instructions, and deliver planned instruction for the full class period or day.
Maintain a safe, respectful, and orderly classroom consistent with school-wide expectations and building procedures.
Take and record accurate attendance according to building practice.
Supervise students in the classroom and in assigned duties such as hallway, cafeteria, recess, arrival, and dismissal coverage.
Follow student health, safety, emergency, and evacuation procedures for the assigned building.
Protect student confidentiality, including compliance with FERPA and IDEA, and maintain confidentiality regarding student records, IEPs, 504 plans, and behavior information.
Implement accommodations and modifications identified in student IEPs and 504 plans as directed by building staff.
Collect and secure student work and leave written notes for the classroom teacher summarizing covered material and any concerns.
Immediately report student injuries, behavioral incidents, or safety concerns to the main office.
Return all keys, materials, and district-issued items to the office at the end of the assignment.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Building Principal or designee.