Engaging Substitute Teacher to Inspire Student Growth

Muskogee Public Schools; Muskogee (OK); Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Muskogee Public Schools is seeking a Substitute Teacher to provide flexible classroom coverage, support district goals, and maintain a positive learning environment under the supervision of building principals.

The role involves following lesson plans, managing classroom behavior, and collaborating with staff, parents, and administrators to ensure continuity of instruction and student growth.

Qualifications

• Ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively with others.
• Ability to demonstrate self-discipline and initiative.
• Ability to follow state and district guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Instructs students in citizenship and basic subject matter specified in state law and administrative regulations and procedures of the school district.
• Follows and/or creates lesson plans and appropriate instructional aids stressing discovery and laboratory learning as necessary depending on subject taught.
• Demonstrates subject matter concepts and examples using models, whiteboards, overhead projectors, computers or any other standard or approved teacher-prepared instructional aids.
• Provides opportunities when needed for individualized and small-group instruction to adapt the curriculum to the needs of the students.
• Utilizes grading patterns that are fairly administered and based on identified criteria.
• Establishes and maintains standards of student behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom. Treat pupils with respect and dignity.
• Evaluates pupils' academic and social growth, keeps appropriate records, and prepares progress reports.
• Selects and requisitions books, instructional aids, and instructional supplies; maintains required inventory records.
• Communicates with parents through conferences and other means to discuss students' progress and interprets the school program. Interacts with students, staff and parents in positive and professional manner.
• Identifies student needs and cooperates with other professional staff members in assessing and helping students solve health, attitude, and learning problems.
• Establishes rapport with students and provides a pleasant, safe, and orderly climate conducive to learning.
• Actively participates in full implementation of the MPS model for School Improvement.
• Maintains professional competence through in-service education activities provided by the district and self-selected professional growth activities.
• Supervises students in out-of-classroom activities during the assigned working day.
• Administers group-standardized tests in accordance with district testing program.
• Participates in curriculum development programs as required.
• Participates in faculty committees and the sponsorship of student activities.
• Enforces school board policies and regulations.

Skills

Teamwork

Self-discipline

Follow guidelines

Job description

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Frontline Applicant Tracking - Muskogee Public Schools

• Position Type:
  Substitute/ Substitute Teacher
  
  
• Date Posted:
  10/8/2026
  
  
• Location:
  District
  
  

Job Description

Job Title: Substitute Teacher

Report to: Building Principal

Department: Instructional

Number of days: Varied

Compensation: Per Negotiated Agreement

Date Job Revised: 07-25-2021

Position Summary: Creating a flexible age based program based on subject mattertaught and a class environment favorable to learning and personal growth;establishing effective rapport with students; motivating students to develop skills,attitudes and knowledge needed to provide a good foundation for preparation forcollege, vocational school or acquiring employment, in accordance with each student'sability; and establishing good relationships with parents and with otherstaff members.

Qualifications/Job Requirements:

• Ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively with others, demonstrate self discipline and initiative, follow state and district guidelines

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Instructs students in citizenship and basic subject matter specified in state law and administrative regulations and procedures of the school district
• Follows and/or creates lesson plans and appropriate instructional aides stressing discovery and laboratory learning as necessary depending on subject taught
• Demonstrates subject matter concepts and examples using models, whiteboards, overhead projectors, computers or any other standard or approved teacher-prepared instructional aids
• Provides opportunities when needed for individualized and small-group instruction to adapt the curriculum to the needs of thestudents
• Utilizes grading patterns that are fairly administered and based on identified criteria
• Establishes and maintains standards of student behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom. Treat pupils with respect and dignity
• Evaluates pupils' academic and social growth, keeps appropriate records, and prepares progress reports
• Selects and requisitions books, instructional aids, and instructional supplies; maintains required inventory records
• Communicates with parents through conferences and other means to discuss students' progress and interprets the school program. Interacts with students, staff and parents in positive and professional manner
• Identifies student needs and cooperates with other professional staff members in assessing and helping students solve health, attitude, and learning problems
• Establishes rapport with students and provides a pleasant, safe, and orderly climate conducive to learning
• Actively participates in full implementation of the MPS model for School Improvement
• Maintains professional competence through in-service education activities provided by the district and self-selected professional growth activities
• Supervises students in out-of-classroom activities during the assigned working day
• Administers group-standardized tests in accordance with district testing program
• Participates in curriculum development programs as required
• Participates in faculty committees and the sponsorship of student activities
• Enforces school board policies and regulations

EVALUATION: Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provision of the Board's policy on Evaluation of Salaried Support Personnel.

I hereby acknowledge receiving a copy and explanation of the Job Descriptions

I understand the performance duties and responsibilities are an integral part of

my employment and I will be subject to evaluations of my performance.

____________________________ ________________________________

Postings current as of 10/17/2026 8:43:49 PM CST.

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