Substitute, Teacher

J.O. Combs Unified School District; Santan (AZ); On-site; USD 13,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

J.O. Combs Unified School District is seeking a Substitute Teacher to support classrooms across San Tan Valley, AZ. The role follows a 10-month schedule with variable hours and serves as a valued member of the school team under the Principal's supervision.

In this role, you will ensure a positive learning environment, implement lessons in the teacher's absence, and adhere to district policies while maintaining student safety and confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Must possess and maintain valid DPS IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card.
• Valid Arizona teaching certification. To obtain a substitute teaching certificate, you must have, at least, a Bachelor’s degree.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a positive learning environment and respond to the individual needs of the students.
• Implement effective lessons in the absence of the regular Instructor.
• Ensure that district policies are observed during all activities.
• Create a safe classroom environment conducive to learning.
• Keep all children in the classroom under supervision at all times.
• Be familiar with fire exits, fire drill procedures, severe weather and warning procedures.
• Maintain confidentiality as defined by FERPA.
• Demonstrate adaptability and good judgment, using appropriate language while on assignment.
• Report for duty 30 minutes early and remain on duty for the entire assignment, including planning time.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Arizona teaching certification

DPS IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card

Job description

J.O. Combs Unified School District 44 complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities to apply and participate in the hiring process. Applicants who require reasonable accommodation should contact Human Resources at [e-mail].

About Us

J.O. Combs Unified School District is located in San Tan Valley near Queen Creek, Mesa, Apache Junction, and Florence. We offer the full student experience from Pre-K through high school. The District is comprised of five elementary schools, middle school, high school, and alternative and online schools. We hire employees who are committed, innovative, and passionate about children and their educational opportunities. If this describes you, continue to learn more about the position below.

Position: Substitute, Teacher

Salary Schedule/Day Rate (Subject to Change)

Extra Duty Stipend Salary Schedule

Half Day $70, Full Day $140, Long-Term Pay $155 (starts on 11th consecutive day in same position)

Work Calendar

10 months

Hours

Varies

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

Benefits

Not Eligible

Reports to

Principal

Why Work for Us

• You will make a difference in children's lives, our future leaders
• As a substitute, you choose when and where you work based on open positions

About the Role

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 the essential functions.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Maintain a positive learning environment and respond to the individual needs of the students.
• Implement effective lessons in the absence of the regular Instructor.
• Ensure that district policies are observed during all activities.
• Create a safe classroom environment that is conducive to learning.
• Keep all children in the classroom under supervision at all times.
• Be familiar with fire exits, fire drill procedures, severe storm and tornado warning procedures. Review notes for the day, take attendance and follow the lesson plans of the teacher.
• Maintain confidentiality as defined by the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA).
• Demonstrate the ability to adapt to circumstances. Exhibit good judgment and use appropriate language or behavior while on assignment.
• Report for duty 30 minutes early and remain on duty for the entire assignment, including planning time of the teacher.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS

Abide by state statutes, school board policies and regulations.

• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy and administrative regulation.
• Leave detailed notes for teacher on any issues experienced during the day.
• Other duties as assigned by the Principal or the District Office

What You Need

• Must possess and maintain valid DPS IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card
• Valid Arizona teaching certification. To obtain a substitute teaching certificate, you must have, at least, a Bachelor's degree

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential duties and responsibilities. While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to move about the classroom and campus and talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to use hands and fingers to feel objects, tools, controls and to reach with hands and arms, bend stoop, kneel and crouch and occasionally lift or carry up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential duties and responsibilities of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential duties and responsibilities. Duties may require an employee to be exposed to outside weather conditions including extreme heat or cold, wind and rain. High humidity and/or dusty conditions may also be present. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Notice of Non-Discrimination

J.O. Combs Unified School District #44 does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, age or sexual orientation in admission and access to its programs, services, activities, or in any aspect of their operations and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. J.O. Combs Unified School District #44 also does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices. The following employees have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies: Compliance Officer for Title IX, Athletic Director, 2505 E. Germann Road, San Tan Valley, AZ 85140 or 480-882-3540 and Compliance Officer for Section 504/ADA, Director of Student Services, 43371 N. Kenworthy Road, San Tan Valley, AZ 85140 or 480-987-5300.

J.O. Combs Unified School District #44 no discrimina en base a la raza, el color, la religi n, el origen nacional, el sexo, la discapacidad, la edad, o la orientaci n sexual para la admisi n y su acceso a sus programas, servicios, actividades, o en cualquier aspecto de sus operaciones y proporciona un acceso igualitario a los Boys Scouts y otro grupos de j venes designados. J.O. Combs Unified School District #44 tampoco discrimina en sus pr cticas de empleo y contrataci n. Los siguientes empleados han sido designados para manejar las preguntas en cuanto a las pol zas de no discriminaci n: Funcionario de Cumplimiento de T tulo IX, Director Atl tico 2505 E. Germann Road, San Tan Valley, AZ 85140 o 480-882-3540 and Funcionario de Cumplimiento para la Secci n 504/ADA, Director de Servicios Estudiantiles, 43371 N. Kenworthy Road, San Tan Valley, AZ 85140 o 480-987-5300.

FMLA Notice

FMLA Notice