Substitute - Non-Contracted/As Needed

Stafford County Public Schools•Stafford, VA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the supervision of the Building Administrator and/or other designated administrator, the Substitute Teacher/Paraprofessional implements an instructional program as set forth by the classroom teacher. The Substitute Teacher/Paraprofessional is responsible for adhering to the duties and responsibilities of a teacher or other specified staff member as outlined in the Stafford County School Board Policies and Regulations.

Requirements

High school diploma or its equivalent required; Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university preferred.
Valid teaching license preferred.
Substitutes must be at least 19 years of age; or in their second year of college.
All middle and high school substitutes must be at least 21 years of age or in their senior year of college
Must complete orientation and related trainings prior to hire.
Must complete yearly training for recertification purposes.
Knowledge Classroom management strategies appropriate to the learning situations.
Skills Basic computer applications
Abilities Work cooperatively in a team environment to meet goals
Organize and perform work independently
Meet deadlines for all work even when working on multiple projects
Show sustained effort and enthusiasm in quality and quantity of work

Responsibilities

Provide instruction to students in the absence of teacher or paraprofessional
Comply with school and School Board policies and regulations and guidelines provided in the Substitute Onboarding, Orientation, and additional required trainings to include a complete a full teaching day (or half day as required) according to the hours for the specific school level.
Maintain or assist with an organized program of instruction based on the lesson plans provided by the teacher to include demonstrating enthusiasm for learning and interest in the students and the planned instructional activities, encouraging self-direction and self-motivation in students, promoting positive interaction with and among students, and provide a summary of the day's activities for the classroom teacher.
Utilize a variety of appropriate materials and resources for instructional purposes and communicate the lesson objective and its importance to students.
Perform all the duties and responsibilities of the regular teacher or paraprofessional unless released from such duties by the principal or designee.
Develop a resource of materials appropriate to a variety of academic levels, which may be used to augment the teacher's prepared lesson plans as necessary and utilize appropriate and varied teaching techniques and learning activities both in class and out of class.
Assume responsibility for care of materials, equipment, and facilities in the absence of the teacher/paraprofessional to include a neat, safe environment for students committed to the teacher's care, adapt and adjust instructional presentation of subject content to students' needs and interest, and leave the room and materials in a neat and orderly manner.
Endeavor to preserve the regular routine of the classroom and implement fair and consistent methods for managing student behavior.
Support and demonstrate core values of Stafford Schools
Engage in ongoing professional development relevant to position.
Respond to written and oral requests for information promptly and thoroughly.
Maintain a clean, neat appearance, appropriate to position.
Maintain a record of appropriate attendance and punctuality.
Serve as a role model for students, colleagues, and the general public.
Work in close harmony with colleagues, supervisors, and co-workers.
Comply with all District and School policies and regulations, including but not limited to guidelines for confidentiality.
Perform other related duties as required/assigned.