Permanent Building Substitute - Gurney (2)

Chagrin Falls Exempted Village Schools; Chagrin Falls (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Chagrin Falls Exempted Village Schools is hiring a Permanent Building Substitute for Gurney Elementary for the 2025-2026 school year. This role requires a current Ohio teaching license and experience working with children. The substitute teacher will provide consistent daily support in the classroom and maintain lesson plans for student engagement.

The school offers an inclusive atmosphere with a commitment to employee well-being and growth opportunities within the education sector.

Qualifications

• Ohio Department of Education license is required.
• Experience working with children is essential.
• Must pass background checks for employment.

Responsibilities

• Provide consistent daily teaching support as a substitute.
• Implement lesson plans and maintain student engagement.
• Track data and provide feedback on student progress.

Skills

Current Ohio Department of Education license

Experience working with students and/or children

Ability to pass FBI/BCI background check

Education

ODE Resident Educator or Professional license in a grade level band or subject area

Job description

Job Information

• Position: Permanent Building Substitute – Gurney Elementary (2 positions open for 2025-2026 school year)
• Location: Gurney Elementary
• Date Posted: 6/17/2026
• Position Type: Substitute/ Substitute Teacher
• Job Summary: Substitute Teaching Needed in All Teaching Areas for the 2025-2026 school year. The permanent building substitute will provide consistent daily teaching support and will be hired for the full school year. This is a one‑year, permanent position.

Qualifications

• Current Ohio Department of Education license.
• Ability to pass FBI/BCI background check.
• Experience working with students and/or children.
• Preferred: ODE Resident Educator or Professional license in a grade level band or subject area.

Essential Functions

1. Maintains in‑depth knowledge of subject matter and pedagogy. Implements the absent teacher’s lesson plans and best practices that support continuous improvement in student participation and achievement.

   • Seeks guidance and confirms responsibilities when directives are unclear.
   • Notifies the assigned supervisor when leaving the job site during scheduled hours.
   • Develops lesson plans consistent with state learning standards and district curriculum goals.
   • Aligns teaching strategies with students’ learning styles and implements evidence‑based instructional strategies that produce quantifiable benefits within well‑defined time frames.
   • Uses formative and summative assessments to track student progress and provides timely feedback.
   • Participates in team meetings when requested, helps plan services relevant to needs, and supports student access to inclusive educational opportunities.
   • Uses positive behavioral interventions and supports to maintain discipline and helps students acquire appropriate functional skills.
   • Tracks data required by the school district, prepares accurate, timely records, monitors reporting deadlines, and complies with district records retention and disposal policies.
   • Proctors mandated testing activities as directed and upholds test security procedures.
   • Informs the absent teacher of work completed and problems encountered.

2. Diligently attends to job details, pursues quality results, and performs all aspects of the job.

   • Develops mutually respectful relationships with co‑workers and functions as part of a cohesive team.
   • Maintains a professional appearance and wears work attire appropriate for the position.
   • Respects privacy; ensures the veracity and security of confidential information.
   • Sustains an acceptable attendance record and consistently complies with established work schedules.

3. Maintains open, effective communications and serves as a reliable information resource.

   • Fosters goodwill and encourages relationships that enhance public support for the district.
   • Refers administrative procedure and district policy questions to an appropriate administrator.
   • Supports equality, diversity, and inclusion and uses tact and diplomacy to resolve differences fairly.

4. Pursues opportunities to enhance job knowledge and skill proficiency.

   • Keeps current with standards and practices associated with work duties.
   • Updates personal skills as needed to use task‑appropriate technology effectively.

5. Keeps current with emergency preparedness and response procedures.

   • Complies with health and safety protocols to mitigate workplace risks.
   • Protects district property and takes precautions to prevent loss of equipment and supplies.
   • Complies with all legal statutes when dealing with discrimination, inappropriate behavior, or suspected child abuse/neglect.

6. Performs other specific job‑related duties as directed.

   • Helps implement district strategies to advance organizational goals.

Working Conditions

Equal employment opportunity without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, military status, national origin, race, religion, sex (including gender identity, pregnancy, and sexual orientation), or any other legally protected category. The district maintains a drug‑ and alcohol‑free work environment. All employees must comply with workplace health and safety regulations and district policies. Exposure to medical hazards, aggressive individuals, and physical demands such as bending, lifting, and standing for extended periods may occur.

Performance Evaluation

Employee performance is evaluated according to applicable law, board policies, contractual agreements, and district administrative procedures.