Substitute Teacher (Grades 9-12)

Atlantic County Vocational School District; Hamilton Township (NJ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Atlantic County Vocational School District seeks a Substitute Teacher to manage a classroom in the absence of the regular teacher and deliver age-appropriate lessons at Atlantic County Institute of Technology. The substitute will greet students, implement the lesson plan, maintain discipline, ensure student safety, and complete daily reports in alignment with district policies.

Strong communication with staff and parents is valued, and adherence to confidentiality and professional standards is

Qualifications

• Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy.
• Knowledge of world history in sub-topic areas.
• Ability to use data information systems and analyze progress.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
• Understanding of federal and state education laws.

Responsibilities

• Reports to the office upon arrival at school.
• Maintains discipline and classroom control to promote active learning.
• Delivers age-appropriate lesson presentations and follows the lesson plan.
• Follows school rules and schedules and completes daily evaluation forms.
• Maintains confidentiality of student and staff information.

Skills

World history knowledge

Differentiated instruction

Data analysis

Communication skills

Tech aptitude

Education

60 college credits

New Jersey Substitute Instructional Certificate

Job description

Substitute Teacher

• Position Type:

  Substitute/ Substitute Teacher

• Date Posted:

  8/19/2025

• Location:

  Atlantic County Institute of Technology

• Date Available:

  TBD

• Closing Date:

  TBD

Position Purpose

• To manage a classroom in the absence of the regular teacher and to deliver lesson presentations in a way that is age-appropriate for the class.

• To manage a classroom in the absence of the regular teacher and to deliver lesson presentations in a way that is age-appropriate for the class.

Essential Functions

• Reports to the office upon arrival at school
• Checks for messages or materials requiring immediate attention
• Requests clarification of school rules and procedures if necessary
• Arrives in the classroom on schedule to greet students and remains in the assigned classroom so that students are effectively supervised
• Maintains discipline and classroom control in order to promote active learning in the classroom while teaching the outlined lesson and implementing the lesson plan(s)
• Maintains the established routines and procedures of the school and classroom to which he/she is assigned
• Delivers lesson presentations in a way that is age-appropriate for the class and meets the individual needs, interests and ability levels of all pupils
• Budgets class time effectively
• Ensures the adequate supervision to assure health, welfare and safety of all students
• Reports all student injuries, accidents, illnesses and discipline problems to the appropriate administrator as soon as possible
• Follows the schedule durint the school day and remains in the assigned classroom until all students have been dismissed for the day
• Follows all policies, rules and procedures established for regular teachers and which good teaching practice dictates
• Completes evaluation report form(s) at the end of the day and checks out with the authorized personnel prior to leaving at the end of the day
• Determines if his/her services will be required for the next school day, following the district protocol for making substitute teacher assignments
• Maintains and respects the confidentiality of student and school personnel information
• Cooperates with other professional staff members
• Maintains records of pupils’ educational progress in class record books and/or Board-approved forms and summarizes the marks for reporting purposes
• Collects and places student’ papers in appropriate location(s)
• Returns instructional materials, equipment and keys to proper place(s)
• Upholds and enforces school rules, administrative regulations and Board policy
• Models no-discriminatory practices in all areas
• Performs other duties within the scope of his/her employment and certification as may be assigned

Equipment

• Uses standard office equipment such as personal computers, printer, copy and fax machines, and telephone.

Travel Requirements

• Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.

Skills, Knowledge, Abilities

• Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiated instruction based upon student learning styles.
• Knowledge of world history in a variety of sub-topic areas, including geography, sociology, economics, political science, systems of government, anthropology, responsible citizenship, and humanities.
• Knowledge of humanity's major problems and approaches to their solution(s) in the past.
• Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans.
• Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
• Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed.
• Ability to organize and coordinate work.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
• Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards

• Works in standard office and school building environments.

Qualifications Profile

• Valid New Jersey Substitute Instructional CertificateAbility to maintain a positive learning environment
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to follow lesson plans left by the permanent teacher
• Required criminal history background check and proof of U.S. citizenship or legal resident alien status

Education

• 60 college credits and or the required vocational experience

Experience

• Successful prior substitute teaching experience for the appropriate grade level preferred.