Grade 2 Long Term Substitute Teacher

Sun Prairie Area School District; Town of Sun Prairie (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Sun Prairie Area School District is seeking a long-term substitute teacher to cover Grade 2 from March 29, 2027, through June 11, 2027. The position pays $265 per day and requires a teaching license in Elementary or Regular Education for the appropriate grade level.

The substitute will implement lesson plans, supervise students, and maintain records. Responsibilities include preparing lessons with administrator guidance, grading, and providing individualized support as directed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in education or equivalent.
• Ability to read and use lesson plans and district policies.
• Strong communication with students, staff and parents.

Responsibilities

• Instruct classes when the regular teacher is absent.
• Maintain student records and assess assignments.
• Prepare and follow lesson plans with administrator guidance.
• Provide individualized and small group assistance as indicated.

Skills

Teaching

Lesson planning

Classroom management

Communication skills

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree in education

Job description

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• Position Type: Substitute - Professional Educator/ Long Term Substitute Teacher
• Date Posted: 11/3/2026
• Date Available: 03/29/2027

Wage: $265 per day This position is to cover a Grade 2 Teacher position from approximately March 29, 2027 - June 11, 2027.

Due to the length of the position a Teaching license in either Elementary/Middle or Regular Education for the appropriate grade level is required. SUMMARY: Performs teachers class plan while teacher is out. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Assumes the responsibilities for instructing the classes when a teacher is absent.
• Assumes all other responsibilities for that teacher during the time the teacher is absent.
• Prepares lesson plans with assistance, as directed by an administrator. when lesson plans are not available in the classroom.
• Maintains appropriate records including checking test papers, recording grades, student assignments for homework, projects and the necessary clerical work required to maintain student records for a teacher who is absent.
• Provides for individualized and small group assistance for students as indicated by lesson plans.

** If in same position for over 20 days then responsible for teacher job description.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: This position supervises the following positions: Supervises students and oversees teacher's assistance for instruction purposes.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to eligible individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: Bachelor's degree in education.

COMMUNICATION AND LANGUAGE SKILLS: Ability to read and analyze a wide variety of material. Ability to write in an understandable and concise manner. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from students, staff, parents, administrators, and the community.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS: Ability to apply concepts of mathematics as required for the grade level being taught.

ANALYTICAL AND REASONING ABILITY: Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Ability to apply knowledge of current research and theory in specific field. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff, and the community. Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both in written and oral form. Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and School Board policies.

TEMPERAMENTS: Ability to perform a variety of duties.

PHYSICAL ATTRIBUTES: 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. While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to stand and talk or hear. The employee will occasionally sit and walk, and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally push and/or move up to 10 pounds such as a TV/VCR cart. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. The employee continuously interacts with the public and other staff and occasionally meets multiple demands from several people.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Work is performed indoors.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES: Must possess and maintain or be eligible for a current Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction license to teach. When fulfilling a long-term substitute assignment over 45 days, must possess a current valid license in the specific area they are substituting for.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Shall complete a physical examination as required by Wisconsin Statute 118.25.

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