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On-Call Substitute Teacher

Distinctive Schools•Chicago, IL
•Onsite

About The Position

The Substitute Teacher delivers specified course content when the classroom teacher is absent and provides a safe educational atmosphere in which students can develop intellectually, emotionally, and psychologically. The workday corresponds with the teacher’s workday. The position is on-call and part-time, for up to 29 hours a week, and serves Distinctive Schools campuses in Chicago.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree.
  • Substitute Teaching License in ISBE.
  • Familiarity with cloud-based software solutions, including Google Suite.
  • Ability to learn digital tools and programs as needed for the position.

Responsibilities

  • Teach scheduled classes and implement lesson plans, routines, and expectations established by the classroom teacher.
  • Develop and maintain a positive learning environment, including effective management procedures and routines.
  • Maintain the confidentiality of student information, grades, and school personnel.
  • Take precautions to ensure staff and student safety and never leave students unsupervised.
  • Consult with the grade-level or content team to resolve questions and concerns.
  • Follow campus procedures and schedules.
  • Promote proper use and care of materials, tools, and school property.
  • Supervise non-classroom duties when assigned.
  • Provide an impromptu, developmentally appropriate lesson plan or activity as needed.
  • Assist students with coursework toward mastery.
  • Assume the duties and responsibilities of the absent teacher.
  • Adapt instructional approaches to meet students’ individual needs.
  • Provide detailed notes and a summary of work completed.
  • Maintain professional relationships with colleagues, students, families, and community members.
  • Communicate information accurately and clearly.

Benefits

  • The organization describes itself as a collaborative team of professionals supporting one another and empowering students, families, and staff to contribute to its mission.

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