Substitute Teacher

Five Keys Schools and Programs•Dublin, CA

8d•$50 - $50•Onsite

About The Position

The Substitute Teacher position reports to the Principal and is accountable for providing instruction to students in various locations, serving no more than 30 consecutive days in a single General Education classroom, or 20 consecutive days in a Special Education classroom. Substitute Teachers are allowed to work an unlimited amount of instructional days in a school year, but must be assigned to a different class every 30 or 20 days. The Substitute Teacher will support students in educational areas such as math, reading, writing, computer skills, and other high school coursework or prep work for equivalency exams. We are looking for someone who insists on maintaining a positive attitude and enjoys supporting a diverse group of people. This job is for you if you are able to demonstrate sensitivity to various family and cultural patterns in planning and monitoring classroom activities. You will support the Five Keys mission by creating a learning and work environment of mutual respect and fairness, while encouraging creative and critical thinking through an equity lens. In addition, you will contribute to our appreciation of diversity and foster a climate of multicultural understanding. This position supports multiple in-custody and community sites in San Mateo County. Hours vary between 7:00 am - 8:00 pm.

Requirements

Previous teaching experience preferred
Hold an approved valid California Teaching Credential, 30-Day Substitute Permit or pass a Live Scan background check to be eligible for employment: California Emergency 30-Day Substitute Teaching Permit Single Subject Credential Multiple Subject Credential Designated Subjects - CTE Credential to substitute in CTE-designated courses only
Must wear provided PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) and adhere to all safety guidelines and requirements, when needed
Moderate to extensive degree of physical and emotional stamina
Frequent and prolonged standing, walking, and sitting
Frequent talking and hearing conversations
Occasional reaching with hands and arms and lifting up to 25 lbs
Satisfactory results of a Live Scan (criminal background investigation)
Successfully obtaining jail clearance for positions working in county jails or probation locations
Submitting proof of clear TB results. Results dated within 60 days prior to hire date are acceptable
Must be willing and able to travel to various regional locations or meetings as needed

Nice To Haves

Insists on maintaining a positive attitude and enjoys supporting a diverse group of people
Able to demonstrate sensitivity to various family and cultural patterns in planning and monitoring classroom activities
Support the Five Keys mission by creating a learning and work environment of mutual respect and fairness, while encouraging creative and critical thinking through an equity lens
Contribute to our appreciation of diversity and foster a climate of multicultural understanding

Responsibilities

Plan, prepare, follow, and present lessons effectively
Responsible for student academic growth and development in meeting student academic needs by providing appropriate and approved instruction
Maintain a climate conducive to student learning
Apply classroom management strategies
Develop and maintain open channels of communication between students and staff
Keep records that meet the needs of the students and teachers; exercise confidentiality
Maintain professional and orderly classroom environment
Collaborate with internal and Sheriff’s Department staff to provide effective learning activities for students
Responsible for continuous supervision of students in the classroom throughout the day and report any incidents to Five Keys management staff, and correctional officers as appropriate
Supervise students in out-of-classroom activities during assigned work-time, and accept responsibility for maintaining behavior standards school-wide
Maintain standards of student behavior needed to achieve a desirable safe learning environment in and out of the classroom
Act as a roving substitute to cover classrooms as assigned or directed
May be asked to cover one-quarter, half-day, or three-quarter day assignments, as needed
May be required to perform period supervision, or cover vacant assignments as needed during the instructional day
Assist regular personnel as needed
Perform administrative support duties as needed
Other duties as assigned