Long-Term Sub - Elementary Teacher

Emerson Elementary School; Indianola (IA); Vor Ort; USD 21.000 - 30.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Emerson Elementary School in Indianola, IA is seeking a long-term substitute elementary teacher to cover a classroom through roughly mid-March. The role provides continuity for students during an absence and requires on-site work.

Required qualifications include a valid Iowa teaching license (BOEE) and, if applicable, substitute authorization; prior teaching or substitute experience is preferred. Criminal background checks and mandated training must be completed, with collaboration to support

Qualifikationen

• Valid Iowa teaching license issued by the Iowa Board of Educational Examiners (BOEE).
• BOEE Substitute Authorization may limit to up to 10 consecutive days in a 30-day period in the same assignment.
• Prior teaching, student teaching, or substitute experience preferred.
• Clearances: Criminal fingerprint and background check; Child Abuse Mandatory Reporter Training.

Aufgaben

• Teaches District-approved curriculum daily and delivers developmentally appropriate learning experiences for elementary students.
• Develops lesson plans and instructional materials; provides individualized and small group instruction to differentiate learning.
• Establishes clear learning objectives and maintains classroom standards.
• Maintains records and reports progress; assists in developing IEPs and refers as needed.
• Communicates with parents/guardians via newsletters, notes, calls, and conferences.
• Helps implement school rules, safety precautions, and district policies.
• Supervises students during classroom activities, recess, and other school-related duties.

Kenntnisse

Classroom management

Differentiated instruction

Oral & written communication

Educational technology

Ausbildung

Iowa teaching license (BOEE)

Substitute Authorization (BOEE)

Jobbeschreibung

Indianola Community School District Emerson Elementary School - Indianola, Iowa Open in Google Maps

Long-Term Sub - Elementary Teacher

Indianola Community School District Emerson Elementary School - Indianola, Iowa Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Indianola Community School District , and TeachIowa, Iowa's Marketplace for education jobs

Job Details

Job ID: 5975767

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 28, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

We are looking for a long-term substitute teacher to join our elementary team through approximately the middle of March. This position will provide classroom coverage and continuity for our students during a teacher's absence.

Required Qualifications Certifications: Valid Iowa teaching license (Standard, Initial, Master or Substitute License) issued by the Iowa Board of Educational Examiners (BOEE).

(Note on Substitute Authorizations: Candidates holding a BOEE Substitute Authorization may only serve up to 10 consecutive days in a 30-day period in the same assignment, so would not be eligible for a long-term substitute teaching position.)

Experience: Prior teaching, student teaching, or substitute experience preferred. Clearances: Mandatory Criminal Fingerprint and Background Check; Child Abuse Mandatory Reporter Training.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities Essential duties must be performed on site. Other duties may be assigned.

• Reports to work as scheduled on a regular, reliable basis for the duration of the long-term assignment.
• Teaches District-approved curriculum daily and translates lesson plans into developmentallappropriate learning experiences for elementary students.
• Develops lesson plans and instructional materials, providing individualized and small group instruction to differentiate learning.
• Creates a safe, positive classroom environment conducive to learning and tailored to student needs. Employes a variety of instructional techniques and media to guide learning toward grade-level Iowa Core standards.
• Establishes clear learning objectives and maintains standards of student behavior to ensure an effective learning atmosphere.
• Evalutes students' academic and social growth, maintains appropriate records, and prepares progress reports as required. Identifies student needs, assissts in developing strategies for individual education plans (IEPs) daily, and makes referrals as needed.
• Communicates regularly with parents and guardians via newsletters, notes, phone calls, and conferences as needed or directed.
• Assists administration in implementing school rules, safety precautions, and district policies.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Supervises students during classroom activities, recess, arrival/dismissal, and other school-related activities; oversees teacher associates or volunteers as assigned.

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities Skills:

• Strong classroom management, elementary-level differentiated instruction, effective oral and written communication, and use of instructional technology.
• Knowledge: Sound understanding of early childhood/elementary developmental stages, foundational literacy and numeracy pedagogy, and Iowa Core standards.
• Abilities: Ability to step seamlessly into an established elementary classroom, build strong relationships with young learners, collaborate with grade-level teams, and maintain confidentiality.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

• Requires frequent standing, walking, bending, stooping, kneeling, and light lifting/carrying to engage with elementary students. Standard, hazard-free classroom and playground environments.

Position Type: Substitute

Job Categories: Substitute > Substitute: Teachers

Equal Opportunity Employer

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Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Kelli Rixner , Elementary Principal
• Emerson Elementary School
• Phone: [phone] x5000
• Email: [e-mail]