Substitute Teacher

Compensation:

$14.00/hr

Position Description:

The Substitute Teacher temporarily fills in and maintains a productive and safe learning environment in the absence of a regular classroom teacher.

Responsibilities:

• Attend and supervise children at all times while subbing in the school.
• Assist classroom teacher with implementing daily activities as outlined in the lesson plan.
• Review substitute teacher folder and familiarize yourself with the children in the class and the daily schedule.
• Review allergy and dietary restrictions cards posted in the classroom.
• Familiarize yourself with emergency and evacuation routes and procedures. 
• Assume and equal share of the housekeeping responsibilities of the staff, to include keeping floor reasonably clean, cleaning tables, and cleaning bathrooms when needed, general pick up of the room, taking out the trash, serving of lunches and snacks as required and returning items to the kitchen.
• Gains 30 hours of professional development from the date of hire (and 24 additional for new employees before start working) per year this could be conferences, training sessions, workshops, only 80% should be online.
• Have working knowledge of procedures regarding emergencies and discipline, as well as other child- related procedures as outline in ICDC Operation Policies.
• Attend parent’s club and school sponsored events if possible.
• Attend staff meetings monthly and in service days.
• Have working knowledge of State of Texas Licensing Minimum Standards
• Treat each child, family and staff member with dignity and respect.
• Maintain a professional attitude and loyalty to ICDC and Interfaith of the Woodlands at all times.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director and classroom teacher.

Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Nurturing disposition

Work Location:

In person

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.

• Physical demands: standing, kneeling, sitting, stooping, crouching, reaching, walking, lifting
• Visual demands: reading and prolonged computer usage

Must be able to lift up to 35 lbs. in connection with the handling of children for the facilitation of programs, child safety, and potential emergency situations.

Disclaimer:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. The employee has reviewed this description and agrees that he/she is fully able and can perform the duties and responsibilities listed above.