Substitute Teacher

The Emerge Center; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

The Emerge Center seeks 2-3 dependable Substitute Teachers to support classrooms serving children with autism in a small, highly supportive micro-school setting. Subs may be Lead or Assistant Teacher based on daily needs, and all substitutes must use When I Work to view and claim shifts.

Responsibilities include delivering instruction aligned to plans and IEP goals, maintaining a safe, structured environment with positive behavior supports, and collaborating with staff to ensure continuity of

Qualifications

• 2+ years of classroom experience as a teacher or paraprofessional.
• Ability to follow lesson plans, behavior supports, and safety protocols with consistency.
• Reliable, communicative, and team-oriented.
• Comfortable using scheduling apps (When I Work).

Responsibilities

• Deliver instruction and classroom support aligned to teacher plans and student IEP goals.
• Maintain a structured, supportive, and safe learning environment using positive behavior strategies.
• Follow individualized supports and communication strategies appropriate for autistic learners.
• Collaborate with classroom staff (lead, assistant, related service providers) to ensure continuity of care.
• Support arrival/dismissal, transitions, toileting/ADLs as needed, and accurate documentation of student participation.
• HOLD confidentiality, student dignity, and all school policies and procedures.
• Small classrooms (6-10 students) with collaborative staffing.
• May require standing, moving between classrooms, assisting with student transitions, and occasional lifting or physical prompts per safety plans.

Skills

Classroom experience

Reliability

Communication

Teamwork

Adaptability

Education

State teacher certification

Paraprofessional certification

Tools

When I Work

Job description

We are seeking 2-3 dependable Substitute Teachers to support classrooms serving children with autism in a small, highly supportive micro-school setting. Subs may be assigned as a Lead Teacher or Assistant Teacher based on daily needs. All substitutes must use When I Work to view and claim available shifts.

Scheduling Requirement

• All substitutes are required to create a When I Work account and log in regularly to claim open jobs. Shift confirmations and updates are managed through the app.

Responsibilities

• Deliver instruction and classroom support aligned to teacher plans and student IEP goals.
• Maintain a structured, supportive, and safe learning environment using positive behavior strategies.
• Follow individualized supports and communication strategies appropriate for autistic learners.
• Collaborate with classroom staff (lead, assistant, related service providers) to ensure continuity of care.
• Support arrival/dismissal, transitions, toileting/ADLs as needed, and accurate documentation of student participation.
• Uphold confidentiality, student dignity, and all school policies and procedures.
• Small classrooms (6-10 students) with collaborative staffing.
• May require standing, moving between classrooms, assisting with student transitions, and occasional lifting or physical prompts per safety plans.

Min. Quals. (Required)

• 2+ years of classroom experience as a teacher or paraprofessional.
• Ability to follow lesson plans, behavior supports, and safety protocols with consistency.
• Strong reliability, communication, and teamwork skills.
• Comfortable using mobile apps for scheduling (When I Work).

Preferred Qualifications

• 1+ year experience in special education.
• Direct experience working with autistic or other neurodivergent learners.
• Relevant certifications (state teacher certification; paraprofessional certification).

Must pass state and federal background checks.Must pass a drug test.