Substitute Teacher

Lakeland Christian School; Lakeland (FL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

A private Christian school in Lakeland is seeking a part-time Substitute Teacher. The role involves instructing students during the absence of the regular teacher and facilitating their learning. Candidates must possess a High School Diploma and demonstrate a commitment to Christian education while actively engaging in the school community. Responsibilities include maintaining classroom order and communicating effectively with parents. Ideal candidates embody a positive attitude, effective classroom management, and professionalism.

Qualifications

• Must be a born-again believer with a testimony above reproach.
• Active participation in local evangelical church.
• Demonstrate commitment to Christian education and agreement with the school's Statement of Faith.
• Demonstrate a commitment to Christian education.
• Be in agreement with the Lakeland Christian School Statement of Faith and staff qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Instruct students in the absence of the regular teacher.
• Facilitate learning as outlined in lesson plans.
• Create a conducive learning environment.
• Maintain order and safety in the classroom.
• Communicate effectively with parents when needed.
• Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities.
• Maintains reasonable rules of conduct which encourage self‑discipline and responsibility.
• Communicates effectively with parents when needed.
• Completes other duties as assigned.

Skills

Ability to follow directions

Classroom management strategies

Positive attitude and teamwork

Discretion and professionalism

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Position: Substitute Teacher

• Date Posted: 1/30/2019
• Location: Lakeland Christian School

Position Details

• Classification: Substitute Teacher
• Schedule: Part Time as needed during school year
• Supervises: No
• Reports To: Principal/Office of Substitute Coordinator
• FLSA Status: Non Exempt

General Description

To disciple students and actively engage in the LCS community in ways that promote student growth academically, spiritually, physically, socially, and relationally for the purpose of advancing the school’s stated mission: “To educate students in the light of God’s word to equip them for a lifetime of learning, leadership, service and worship.” The Substitute Teacher is approved upon the recommendation of the Principal and Headmaster.

Qualifications

• Be a born‑again believer, maintaining a testimony that is above reproach.
• Active in local, evangelical church.
• High School Diploma.
• Demonstrate a commitment to Christian education.
• Be in agreement with the Lakeland Christian School Statement of Faith and staff qualifications.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• The substitute teacher instructs students and facilitates their learning in the absence of the regular teacher.
• Provides classroom instruction to students as outlined in lesson plans.
• Creates a classroom that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interest of students.
• Maintains a safe and orderly environment.
• Maintains established routine of the school and classroom procedures in which assigned.
• Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities.
• Maintains reasonable rules of conduct which encourage self‑discipline and responsibility.
• Communicates effectively with parents when needed.
• Completes other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Must be able to follow oral and written directions and have the ability to establish effective working relationship with staff and students.
• Ability to maintain effective classroom management strategies.
• Must possess a positive attitude and work well with others.
• Ability to exercise discretion and utmost professionalism in confidential & sensitive student/family matters.

Physical Demands

• Required vision to read small print.
• Requires the mobility to stand, stoop, reach and bend. Requires mobility of arms to reach and dexterity of hands to grasp and manipulate small objects.
• Requires the ability to stand for long periods.
• Requires lifting, pushing and/or pulling which does not exceed 25 pounds and is an infrequent aspect of the job.
• Is subject to normal inside and outside environmental conditions.
• Mental acuity to perform the essential functions of this position.