Substitute Teacher

Countryside Montessori Charter School•Land O' Lakes, FL

7d•$105 - $105•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for enabling students to pursue their education as smoothly and completely as possible in the absence of the regular teacher by delivering instructional plans, maintaining established classroom routines and positive behavior supports, and ensuring all procedures are followed to maintain student safety, security, and compliance with school and District policies.

Requirements

Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions, including lesson plans and daily classroom schedules.
Ability to communicate effectively with students, staff, and parents/guardians, orally and in writing.
Effective classroom management skills and ability to maintain a positive, structured learning environment using positive behavior supports.
Excellent time management, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Basic operating knowledge of computer systems and classroom technology (e.g., word processing, email, interactive displays, web-based applications).
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and collaborative working relationships with school staff and stakeholders.
Bachelor's degree (BS/BA) from an accredited institution OR an Associate degree / minimum of 60 college credits with relevant classroom experience
All employees must satisfactorily complete any required trainings
All employees must meet all mandated federal and state health requirements
Valid Florida Educator's Certificate, Statement of Eligibility, or District Substitute Certificate (preferred)
Ability to pass a Level II background screening through Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience working with children in a classroom or educational environment
Familiarity with Montessori philosophy and classroom practices

Responsibilities

Review with the Head of School, designee, and/or designated teacher the instructional plans, schedules, and materials to be followed during the teaching day.
Teach and implement the lessons, assignments, and instructional activities prepared by the absent teacher.
Consult, as appropriate, with the Head of School or designee before initiating any lesson or procedure not specified in the teacher's plans.
Maintain as fully as possible the established routines, expectations, and environment of the school and classrooms to which assigned.
Monitor, assist, supervise, and support students in the classroom and on campus throughout the school day, including arrival, dismissal, transitions, lunch, and recess as directed.
Maintain a student-centered learning environment that is safe, organized, respectful, and accommodating of the differing needs of students.
Monitor student behavior using positive behavior supports, maintain discipline in accordance with required disciplinary policies and procedures, and enforce classroom rules, school expectations, and the Student Code of Conduct to foster a safe and orderly learning environment.
Assist with the implementation of student 504 plans and Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) as necessary, under the guidance of applicable school and instructional staff.
Report in writing the day's activities, student attendance, completed work, and behavioral notes at the conclusion of each day, and provide other feedback as requested by the Head of School or designee.
Treat all student, family, and staff information with the utmost confidentiality in accordance with federal, state, and District policies (FERPA).
Follow school and District policies and procedures concerning education, health, safety, equipment, emergency protocols, and the wellbeing of students.
Establish and maintain positive, professional, and collaborative relationships with faculty, staff, students, and families.
Take necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, materials, equipment, and facilities.
Provide support in developing and maintaining students' daily living needs and health/safety needs as directed.
Perform other duties as assigned.