Substitute POOL

Kids for the Future; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Kids for the Future in Atlanta, GA is seeking a Substitute Teacher to deliver lessons from absent teachers, maintain classroom management, and ensure student safety.

The role requires a high school diploma or higher, ability to pass background checks, and reliable daily attendance; the position is part-time and occurs during school hours. Training provided as needed.

Qualifications

• Be a United States citizen or have authorization to work in the United States.
• Able to pass an Atlanta Public Schools background check.
• GaPSC-issued clearance certificate required.
• Knowledge of restorative practices, crisis management and de-escalation preferred.
• 2+ years experience working with elementary and/or middle school students preferred.
• High School Diploma; Associate's Degree; 60 college hours or 90 quarter hours (substitute diploma).

Responsibilities

• Maintains and respects confidentiality of student and school personnel information.
• Maintains discipline and classroom control per policies for a safe learning environment.
• Ensures supervision to assure health, welfare, and safety of all students.
• Implements lesson plans and motivates students to learn and participate.
• Organizes students for effective instruction.
• Reports injuries, accidents, illnesses, and discipline issues promptly.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by building administrator(s).
• Following the daily academic schedule set by classroom teachers.

Skills

Restorative practices

Crisis management

De-escalation

Student instruction

Education

High School Diploma

Associate's Degree

substitute diploma

Job description

• Location 897 Welch Street Southwest,Atlanta, GA, 30310,United States
• Job Category Substitute Teacher, Teacher, Substitute
• Employee Type PT Non-Exempt
• Required Degree High school

Contact information

• Name Bianca

The Kindezi Substitute Teacher delivers and manages student instruction and learning through lesson plans from the absent teacher, school leadership, and/or the department/grade level chairperson. They are consistent and dependable with classroom management to ensure the safety of students at all times.

Reports to: Assistant Principal and Principal

Network Support: Director of Talent Management

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

The minimum performance expectations include, but are not limited to, the following essential functions:

Maintains and respects confidentiality of student and school personnel information;

Maintains discipline and classroom control that fosters a safe and positive learning environment for all students and staff in accordance with school and county policies;

Ensures the adequate supervision to assure health, welfare, and safety of all students;

Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities;

Reports to office upon arrival at school; checks mailbox of absent teacher for materials requiring immediate attention; requests clarification of school rules and procedures, if necessary;

Reports all student injuries, accidents, illnesses, and discipline problems to the appropriate authority immediately or as soon as is reasonably possible;

Implements lesson plans, while ensuring the integrity of academic time and in a manner which motivates students to learn and participate;

Organizes students for effective instruction;

Dismisses all students from the classroom before leaving the building;

Collects and places students’ papers in regular teacher’s desk;

Returns instructional materials, equipment, and keys to proper place;

Complies with and supports school and state regulations and policies;

Performs other related duties as assigned by building administrator(s) in accordance with school/state policies and practices

Professionalism

Substitute in classrooms when lead teachers are absent

Following the daily academic schedule as set by classroom teachers

Maintaining a classroom environment that is respectful and conducive to students learning and reporting concerns to school administration

Enforcing established health and safety requirements

Providing positive behavior support to students as needed

Providing technical assistance to students while they are engaged in learning

Physical Demands

Duties performance typically in school settings to include: classrooms, gymnasium, cafeteria, auditorium, and recreational areas

Frequent walking, standing, stooping, lifting,

Vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels

Visual acuity is required for preparing and analyzing written or computer data, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities

The worker is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions, noise and hazards. Occasional movement of students by wheelchairs and other mechanical devices may be required

Regular instruction to special needs children may be necessary

Daily personal and close contact with children to provide classroom management and learning environment support is required on assigned days

Regular contact with other staff members and building administrator(s) is required on assigned days as a substitute

Requirements

KEY ATTRIBUTES:

Values that align with the Kindezi model and goals

Demonstrated commitment to increasing student achievement and supporting the social-emotional needs of students

Dedicated, reflective thinker with a growth mindset

High-academic expectations; Believes that all students deserve an equitable education experience no matter their circumstances.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Be a United States citizen or otherwise have authorization to work in the United States

Have the ability to pass an Atlanta Public Schools background check

Be able to obtain a GaPSC-issued clearance certificate

Knowledge/training in restorative practices, crisis management and de-escalation strategies are strongly preferred

2+ years of experience working with elementary and/or middle school students preferred

High School Diploma; Associate's Degree; At least 60 semester hours or 90 quarter hours from a regionally accredited college or university (must have substitute diploma)

COMPENSATION/BENEFITS:

The substitute must work 20 consecutive days in the same assignment.

The substitute must qualify for a Georgia Teaching certificate.

Minimum of a Bachelor's degree

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Ability to comprehend and follow directives

The substitute's certification must match the certification required for the assignment.

JOB CLASSIFICATION:

• Hourly, Temporary

Summary

NOTE - This posting is for an ongoing substitute applicant pool for part-time, as-needed opportunities. We review applications on a rolling basis and may contact candidates when substitute needs arise that align with their availability and experience. Submission of an application does not guarantee an interview, schedule, or immediate placement.