Substitute Teacher - Preschool

Nebraska Department of Education; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Nebraska Department of Education is seeking a dedicated Substitute Teacher for Preschool to deliver balanced instruction in the absence of the primary instructor. Responsibilities include maintaining accurate records, adapting teaching methods to meet student needs, and fostering positive communication with families. This is a full-time entry-level position ideal for candidates committed to educational excellence and the success of all students.

Qualifications

• Must possess a commitment to work with children with special needs.
• Ability to adapt lesson plans for diverse student needs.
• Maintain accurate and complete records as required.

Responsibilities

• Instructs students during school.
• Implements and modifies lesson plans.
• Maintains records and communicates with parents.

Skills

Knowledge of state policies

Ability to deliver instruction

Ability to communicate concisely

Commitment to student learning

Respect for individual students

Education

Degree in Education or related field

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Delivers a balanced program of instruction to a class when the assigned instructor is unavailable.

Major Responsibilities & Duties

Instructs students during school.

• Implements and modifies both group and individual lesson plans for instructional experiences for students in accordance with established curriculum.
• Maintains accurate and complete records as required by laws, policies, and regulations.
• Instructs students utilizing a variety of classroom methods, adapting methodology and instructional materials to meet student needs, abilities, and IEPs.
• Works with classroom teacher assistants and supports staff to implement teacher's lesson plans.
• Implements behavioral protocols; observes and evaluates student behavior, performance, social development, and physical health.
• Maintains positive professional communications with parents, guardians, administration, and colleagues regarding progress and concerns.
• Provides close supervision of students in all settings, including the playground.
• In applicable classrooms, assigns and grades class work and homework as needed and may administer and grade tests.
• In applicable classrooms, complies with applicable policies and procedures for a youth physical intervention (personal restraint) in the event of emergency safety situations.
• In applicable classrooms, demonstrates a commitment to the use of a behavioral approach to motivate student learning.
• In applicable classrooms, incorporates social skills instruction into daily classroom activities.
• In applicable classrooms, assists children with self-help skills to include dressing, diapering, toileting, and eating.
  
  

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Knowledge of state policies, statutes, and procedures on education and regulations of Nebraska.
• Ability to deliver instruction in an effective and efficient manner.
• Ability to modify or adapt general education curriculum.
• Ability to maintain a high level of professional competence via in-service education, self-selected professional education, and curriculum development.
• Ability to demonstrate a commitment to the use of a behavioral approach to motivate student learning.
• Ability to demonstrate concern and respect for individual students.
• Ability to communicate concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Must possess a commitment to and ability to work with boys and girls with special academic and emotional needs.
  
  

Zone 6

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Education and Training

• Industries

  Education Administration Programs

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