Substitute Teacher (K-12)

Young World Physical Education; House Springs (MO); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

An educational institution is seeking a dedicated Substitute Teacher to manage classrooms in the absence of regular teachers. Responsibilities include maintaining instructional routines, overseeing student behavior, and reporting any issues to the relevant staff. Ideal candidates will have strong communication skills and the ability to handle classroom management effectively. This position is crucial for ensuring a consistent educational experience and contributes to the safe environment for students in House Springs, Missouri.

Qualifications

• Ability to maintain classroom routines in the absence of regular teacher.
• Effective communication with school staff and students.
• Confidentiality in handling student information.

Responsibilities

• Report to principal or school secretary upon arrival.
• Follow the teaching plans of the absent teacher.
• Manage pupil behavior during class, lunch, and recess.

Job description

Substitute Teacher (K-12)

Northwest School District R1 – All locations: House Springs, Missouri. Open in Google Maps.

Job Details

Job ID: 4873147

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Re-Posted: Nov 18, 2025 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

JOB SUMMARY: To enable each child to pursue his/her education as smoothly and completely as possible in a safe environment in the absence of his/her regular teacher.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Additional duties may be assigned.

• Immediately reports to the building principal or the school secretary upon arrival at the school building.
• Reports to assignment 15 minutes prior to the opening of school.
• Reviews with the principal, department head, “buddy teacher” or team leader all plans and schedules to be followed during the teaching day.
• Maintains as fully as possible the established routines and procedures of the school and classroom to which he/she is assigned as directed by the regular teacher.
• Teaches the lesson outlined and described in the Substitute Teacher’s Guide as prepared by the absent teacher.
• Consults as appropriate, with the building principal, department head, “buddy teacher” or team leader before initiating any teaching or other procedures not specified in the Substitute Teacher’s Guide.
• Assumes responsibility for overseeing pupil behavior in class and during lunch and recess periods.
• Reports in writing, on the form provided by the school secretary or regular teacher, on the day’s activities at the conclusion of each teaching day.
• Follows all policies, rules, and procedures to which regular teachers are subject and which good teaching practice dictates.
• Operates and cares for equipment used in the classroom for instructional purposes.
• Works directly with teachers and assists with the supervision of students during emergency drills, assemblies, and play periods.
• Checks and records students’ attendance.
• Alerts the regular teacher to any problem or special information about an individual student.
• Maintains the same high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality of information about students as is expected of the regular teacher.
• Monitors and reports school safety conditions to the building principal.
• Maintains confidentiality.
• Follows the policies of the Northwest R-I Board of Education.

Position Type: Substitute

Job Requirements

Contact Information

• Anita Simpson, Sub-Finder
• Administrative Center
• Phone: [phone] Ext. 21032
• Email: [e-mail]

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