Substitute Teacher

Columbia School District; Burbank (WA); On-site; USD 27,130 - 35,599; Part time

Job summary

A local school district is seeking a Substitute Teacher to support educational programs as needed. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's Degree and the ability to work with various student abilities, including disabled children. Responsibilities include following lesson plans and creating a safe learning environment. This role offers a salary of $170 per day and requires a commitment to teamwork and communication. The position is crucial for ensuring educational continuity and student welfare.

Qualifications

• Able to work Monday-Friday with varying hours.
• Must have the ability to supervise children effectively.
• Demonstrate sufficient command of the English language.

Responsibilities

• Follow teacher lesson plan.
• Maintain a safe and calm teaching environment.
• Direct paraeducators in their duties.

Skills

Classroom management

Communication skills

Ability to work with disabled children

Teamwork

Computer skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

Substitute Teacher

Burbank, Washington

Job Details

Job ID: 4955103

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 26, 2015 7:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

JOB DESCRIPTION / ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

This position will involve working as a substitute/on-call teacher to assist schools on a program need basis. The positions will be varied, and may include instruction with basic education and disabled students in self-contained and regular education settings, recess and performing other job-related duties as assigned. All duties of the position will be performed within the scope of Columbia School District policies and procedures, including regular attendance and punctuality.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• Hold a Bachelor’s Degree.
• Able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Able to meet the Physical Demands of the position.
• Pass a background check, which includes employee paid fingerprinting.
• Provide positive recommendations/references from previous supervisors. Family and friends will not be considered acceptable references.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

• Able and available to work Monday-Friday, hours vary depending on assignment - exceptions will be considered. Earliest assignment at 7:30 a.m. -2:40 p.m. Must be able to work at various locations as needed.
• Able to work in any classroom, including all special services classrooms.
• Supervise the care of disabled children, including toileting and other needed responsibilities.
• Uphold board policies and follow administrative procedures.
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities.
• Show evidence of ability to assess and correct issues involving safety.
• Demonstrate evidence of ability to establish and maintain a tactful, cooperative and effective relationship with students, parents, staff, fellow employees and management.
• Demonstrate evidence of ability to approach assigned work in a professional manner, working toward the common goal of teamwork, pride in service delivery and continuous improvement.
• Demonstrate sufficient command of the English language to communicate verbally and in writing with students, parents, district staff members and other concerned people regarding all aspects of their job related activities.
• Use basic computer programs to maintain records, enter timecard information and read and respond to email.
• Become first-aid certified, if required.
• Maintain evidence of positive evaluations, excellent attendance and punctuality, evidence of ability to be self-disciplined and a self-starter.
• Adhere to and maintain confidentiality in accordance with the law and Columbia School District (CSD) policy.

QUALIFICATIONS PREFERRED:

• Demonstrate clerical skills, training and/or experience in using computers and other technology applications.
• Demonstrate flexibility with the varied demands of the position.
• Communicate effectively and work with a variety of people.
• Work with all children within the school regardless of abilities.
• Support and promote the curriculum.
• Support and actively implement building-wide and CSD’s goals and Core Business as outlined in the CSD’s Unified Instructional Core.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Follow teacher lesson plan.
• Maintain a safe and calm teaching environment.
• Model appropriate behavior.
• Apply appropriate classroom management techniques.
• Direct paraeducators in their duties.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Mobility: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and walk for prolonged periods of time, push or pull 18-50 lbs., sit, kneel and crouch, twist and bend, use hands to type, finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arm. The employee may be required to physically move quickly in an emergency or while performing student supervision duties.

Sense: The employee is required to talk/hear conversations and other sounds. The employee must be able to communicate effectively in person and over the telephone. The employee is required to taste and smell. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, far vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

Lifting: The employee must be able to lift or move up to 18-50 lbs and up to 100 lbs with help; must also be able to lift overhead.

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Hazards: While performing the duties of this job, the employee must be able to work outdoors in a wide variety of temperatures; from -10 degrees F to 100 degrees F +. The employee may be exposed to wet and/or humid conditions. The noise level in this work environment is moderate.

Applicants must complete the online District application. All hires are subject to a satisfactory criminal background check.

Columbia School District #400 does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Title IX Officer, Jay Aune, 787 Maple Street, Burbank, WA 99323, 509-545-8573, [e-mail] , ADA/Section 504 Coordinator, Mike Taylor, 835 Maple Street, Burbank, WA 99323, 509-545-8571, [e-mail] and Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator, Ian Yale, 977 Maple Street, Burbank, WA 99323, 509-547-9393, [e-mail].

Position Type: Substitute

Salary: $170 to $170 Substitute

Job Requirements

Contact Information

• Tia Schleiger , Payroll/Benefits Coordinator
• Columbia School District
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]