Preferred Substitute

Valley View Public School Cusd 365 U; San Jacinto (CA); On-site; USD 22,140 - 29,520; Part time

Job summary

Valley View Public School Cusd 365 U is seeking a Preferred Substitute Teacher responsible for maintaining student learning in the absence of regular teachers. The role involves supervising students, following lesson plans, and ensuring a conducive classroom environment. Candidates must hold the Illinois Substitute License and meet health requirements. This position requires effective communication and problem-solving skills along with professionalism.

Term of employment includes work for all student attendance days, with the daily rate aligning with the contractual agreement.

Qualifications

• Must hold appropriate State of Illinois Substitute License or Professional Educator License.
• Meets all mandated health requirements.
• Documentation of a clear criminal record.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction and manage the classroom environment in the absence of the regular teacher.
• Supervise students during building and field trips.
• Carry out written lesson plans and maintain discipline.

Skills

Critical thinking

Time management

Verbal communication

Problem-solving

Technology use

Education

State of Illinois Substitute License

Job description

• Position Type:
  Substitute/ Preferred Substitute
• Date Posted:
  6/23/2026
• Location:
  Districtwide

Preferred Substitute

REPORTS TO: Principal, Assistant Principal, Human Resources Department

JOB SUMMARY

A Preferred Substitute Teacher is responsible for providing instruction, managing the classroom environment, and promoting student learning in the absence of the regular classroom teacher or teaching assistant. The Preferred Substitute Teacher is District assigned and will be assigned to classrooms at the direction of the building principal or designee.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Assumes all duties and responsibilities of the regular teacher in a given day. May also be required to attend staff meetings, parent conferences, etc.
• Assumes the teacher's responsibility for supervision of students in the building, on the grounds, or on field trips.
  • Responsible for supervising students at all times.
  • Carries out written plans left by the regular teacher for the day's lessons and routines such as, but not limited to: maintaining discipline, monitoring halls during passing period, completing other supervisions such as lunch duty.
  • Marks pupil assignments and classroom work according to school and teacher evaluation policies
  • Records pupil absences according to school procedures
  • Maintains a classroom environment conducive to learning.
  • Leaves a clear, written summary for the teacher of the work covered and other relevant comments
  • Becomes familiar with and follows school and division procedures for routines and emergencies, promotes the proper use and care of school property. Takes precautions to ensure staff/student safety.
• Performs duties during planning periods as requested by teacher or school administrator.
• Maintains effective, positive working relationships with other employees and the public and deals with all situations courteously and tactfully.
• Maintains confidentiality at all times: in classroom, school site, administrative buildings and in the community.
• Consults with the principal and/or staff to resolve questions and/or concerns.
  • Knowledge of current teaching techniques, preferred
  • Accepts personal responsibility for decisions and conduct.
  • Upholds board policies and follows administrative procedures, which are available at all buildings
  • Enforces and supports District and School policies, philosophies and objectives with students and parents.
  • May be assigned to another District building preferred substitute assignment should no vacancy exists in assigned building for the day.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Licensure

Must hold appropriate State of Illinois Substitute License or Professional Educator License

Other

• Meets all mandated health requirements
• Documentation of a clear criminal record.
• Complies with drug-free workplace rules and board policies.

Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrates professionalism and contributes to a positive work environment.
• Demonstrates critical-thinking, problem-solving, and creativity skills and exhibits consistency, resourcefulness and resilience.
• Demonstrates knowledge and ability to effectively use technology.
• Upholds computer technology acceptable use policies.
• Organizes tasks and manages time effectively; completes paperwork accurately; verifies and correctly enters data.
• Demonstrates the skill and proficiency to manage student interactions, both individually and as a group.
• Effectively uses verbal, nonverbal, writing, and listening skills.
• Averts problem situations and intervenes to resolve conflicts.
• Maintains an acceptable attendance record and is punctual.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL ACTIVITY

Preferred Substitutes need to stand for the majority of the day and may also sit for long periods. May be required to reach and/or lift more than 25 pounds. Must speak and understand English proficiently.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

Daily rate is in accordance with the Preferred Substitute contractual agreement. Preferred Substitutes will work for all student attendance days each year, which will align with the annually approved school calendar, along with SIP and Institute Days as needed.