Substitute Teacher

Concord Academy Memphis; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Part time

Job summary

An educational institution in Memphis seeks a part-time Substitute Teacher to support learning by following lesson plans and managing classroom behavior. The ideal candidate will have a teaching license with SPED endorsement, experience in teaching special populations, and strong communication skills. Responsibilities include maintaining a positive environment and overseeing students during non-class times. This role requires flexibility and the ability to handle various teaching situations.

Qualifications

• Teaching license with SPED endorsement preferred.
• 3+ years teaching experience with special populations preferred.
• Strong command of the English language.
• Competent in at least two subjects such as math and social studies.
• Must be flexible and good at establishing rapport with students.

Responsibilities

• Follow lesson plans to ensure consistency and optimal learning.
• Assign classwork and homework according to lesson plans.
• Modify teaching styles to fit various students' learning styles.
• Maintain a well-managed classroom environment.
• Supervise students in hallways and cafeterias.

Skills

Teaching license with SPED endorsement

Teaching or instructing experience

Strong command of English language

Competency in subject areas

Ability to establish rapport with students

Navigation of complex situations

Tools

Office 365 Suite

Job description

The Substitute Teacher steps in when the regular Teacher is absent. They are primarily responsible for following the lesson plans already created by the Teacher, to support the learning outcomes for the class. In addition to instruction, the Substitute Teacher monitors and reports on student behavior and maintains a positive learning environment where all students are encouraged to participate, ask questions and generally receive the individual attention they need to effectively learn the material in the lesson plan. Occasional and long-term assignments may be available. This contracted, part-time position reports to the Principal.

JOB DUTIES

• Follow regular teacher's lesson plans in a way that ensures consistency and optimal learning, and that encourages students to participate
• Assign classwork and homework as necessary, according to lesson plans
• Modify teaching styles to fit the learning styles of various students
• Maintain a well-managed classroom and positive learning environment
• Supervise students out of class such as in the hallways and in the cafeteria

QUALIFICATIONS

• Teaching license with SPED endorsement preferred
• Teaching or instructing experience with special populations (3 or more years preferred)
• Strong command of English language
• Strong competency in at least two subject areas (such as math and social studies); overall average competency in all subjects
• Flexible, friendly and good at establishing quick rapport with students
• Must be able to skillfully navigate complex and nuanced situations.

Must be proficient in the following programs/software:

• Office 365 Suite, including Outlook, Word, Excel, Powerpoint, and OneDrive

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Employees in this position must have the ability to:

• Sit or stand for extended periods of time.
• Remain alert and energetic for at least 8 hours.
• Operate standard office equipment, a personal computer, and use the telephone.
• See and read a computer screen and printed matter with/without vision aids.
• Hear and understand the English language at normal levels and on the telephone.
• Stand, walk, and bend over, reach overhead, grasp, push, pull and move, lift and/or carry up to 25 pounds waist height.
• Walk up/down multiple flights of stairs.
• Minimize exposure to unfavorable conditions (e.g., body fluids, blood from cuts, vomit, communicable diseases) by exercising basic safety and health precautions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Employees in this position will be required to work in both indoor and outdoor environments and come in direct contact with Concord staff, students, parents/guardians, and the public. The Substitute Teacher is provided with a computer, telephone, high-speed Internet access, and office space. Concord Academy is housed in a non-smoking building.

NOTE:

The information provided here is intended to describe the general nature and duties being performed by employees assigned to this classification. This document is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and/or skills required of personnel so classified.