Substitute Teacher

Muskogee Public Schools; Muskogee (OK); Hybrid; USD 20,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Muskogee Public Schools seeks a Substitute Teacher to provide flexible instructional support across classrooms and subjects. This role involves delivering prepared lesson plans, maintaining classroom order, and adapting instruction to student needs within the district framework.

The position is varied in days and compensation is negotiated per district agreement. Ideal candidates show initiative, reliability, and the ability to engage students while collaborating with staff and parents.

Qualifications

• Ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively with others, demonstrate self discipline and initiative, follow state and district guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Instruct students in citizenship and basic subject matter specified in state law and administrative regulations and procedures of the school district.
• Follows and/or creates lesson plans and appropriate instructional aides stressing discovery and laboratory learning as necessary depending on subject taught.
• Demonstrates subject matter concepts and examples using models, whiteboards, overhead projectors, computers or any other standard or approved teacher-prepared instructional aids.
• Provides opportunities when needed for individualized and small-group instruction to adapt the curriculum to the needs of the students.
• Utilizes grading patterns that are fairly administered and based on identified criteria.
• Establishes and maintains standards of student behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.

Skills

Cooperation & teamwork

Job description

Date Job Revised: 07-25-2021

Job Description

Job Title: Substitute Teacher

Report to: Building Principal

Department: Instructional

Number of days: Varied

Compensation: Per Negotiated Agreement

Date Job Revised: 07-25-2021

Position Summary

Creating a flexible age based program based on subject matter taught and a class environment favorable to learning and personal growth; establishing effective rapport with students; motivating students to develop skills, attitudes and knowledge needed to provide a good foundation for preparation for college, vocational school or acquiring employment, in accordance with each student'sability; and establishing good relationships with parents and with other staff members.

Qualifications/Job Requirements

• Ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively with others, demonstrate self discipline and initiative, follow state and district guidelines

Duties And Responsibilities

• Instructs students in citizenship and basic subject matter specified in state law and administrative regulations and procedures of the school district
• Follows and/or creates lesson plans and appropriate instructional aides stressing discovery and laboratory learning as necessary depending on subject taught
• Demonstrates subject matter concepts and examples using models, whiteboards, overhead projectors, computers or any other standard or approved teacher-prepared instructional aids
• Provides opportunities when needed for individualized and small-group instruction to adapt the curriculum to the needs of the students
• Utilizes grading patterns that are fairly administered and based on identified criteria
• Establishes and maintains standards of student behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom. Treat pupils with respect and dignity
• Evaluates pupils' academic and social growth, keeps appropriate records, and prepares progress reports
• Selects and requisitions books, instructional aids, and instructional supplies; maintains required inventory records
• Communicates with parents through conferences and other means to discuss students' progress and interprets the school program. Interacts with students, staff and parents in positive and professional manner
• Identifies student needs and cooperates with other professional staff members in assessing and helping students solve health, attitude, and learning problems
• Establishes rapport with students and provides a pleasant, safe, and orderly climate conducive to learning
• Actively participates in full implementation of the MPS model for School Improvement
• Maintains professional competence through in-service education activities provided by the district and self-selected professional growth activities
• Supervises students in out-of-classroom activities during the assigned working day
• Administers group-standardized tests in accordance with district testing program
• Participates in curriculum development programs as required
• Participates in faculty committees and the sponsorship of student activities
• Enforces school board policies and regulations

EVALUATION:

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provision of the Board's policy on Evaluation of Salaried Support Personnel.

I hereby acknowledge receiving a copy and explanation of the Job Descriptions I understand the performance duties and responsibilities are an integral part of my employment and I will be subject to evaluations of my performance.

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