SUBSTITUTE TEACHER

DEPARTMENT: Human Resources

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Temporary

SALARY:  Based on Bulloch County Schools salary/supplement schedule

FLSA STATUS: Exempt or Non-Exempt

REPORTS TO:  Human Resources

JOB CODE:  TBD

POSITION SUMMARY:

Performs related duties of a teacher to provide continuity in the day-to-day responsibilities during the absence of the regular employee.  Note: Substitute employees are employed on an as needed, on-call, day-to-day basis and are not guaranteed work on a regular basis. There are no benefits associated with substitute employment.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or GED.
• Must be at least 20 years of age.
• Successful completion of Bulloch County Schools’ online substitute training.

• Ability to work with a diverse group of people.

• Must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential function of the position. When appropriate, reasonable accommodations will be provided to afford persons with disabilities an opportunity to perform the essential functions of the position.
• Must be able to provide a criminal background check with results that adhere to Bulloch County Board of Education Policy GAK(1).

Also, meet one (1) of the following qualifications:

• Possess a valid Teaching Certificate or Georgia PSC Certificate of Eligibility
• Possess a valid Paraprofessional License or have passed the GACE Parapro Assessment
• College Transcripts showing at least sixty (60) semester hours
• Possess a Substitute Teacher training certificate

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Higher education.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manages classroom and provides instructions according to plans as prepared by the classroom teacher.
• Provides a classroom environment which promotes active learning.
• Works with students to help reinforce learning objectives.
• Adheres to all Bulloch County Board of Education policies and procedures.
• Uses appropriate judgement to act in the best interest of students at all times.
• Protects and respects the confidentiality of the students under his/her supervision.
• Looks after the mental, emotional and physical well-being of the students. Ensures that student’s safety and security is always treated as the top priority.
• Reports immediately to the appropriate authorities in case of student injury or illness.
• Keeps a report of the activities followed and study plans, so as to be referred by the permanent teacher on their return.
• Looks after the school property, equipment and the belongings of the students while they are in class.
• Performs other duties as requested.

PERFORMANCE FACTORS:

• Light Work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.  If the use of arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of force greater than that for sedentary work and the worker sits most of the time, the job is rated light work.
• Interaction with Others: Ability to maintain, on a regular and consistent basis, relationships that are characterized by high expectations, teamwork, and collaboration.  Ability to be flexible relative to daily routines.  Ability to demonstrate sensitivity to the differences among diverse populations.
• Concentration: Ability to maintain workflow and thought processes in the presence of frequent distractions.  Ability to ignore irrelevant sights or sounds and intrusive thoughts or stimuli.  Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously with only few or no errors.
• Stressful Circumstances: Ability to produce quality work when short or unexpected deadlines are presented.  Ability to adjust work processes without incident when new and unexpected directions are given relative to a project that may be in process.  Ability to maintain composure and not compound a situation when interacting with persons who may be angry, demanding or otherwise less than polite.
• Independent Judgment: Ability to complete work tasks without being given precise directions relative to work steps or the final project.
• Organizational Skills: Ability to establish priorities, simultaneously manage multiple tasks; and deliver a quality work product by a designated deadline.
• Public Contact: Ability to communicate professionally and effectively, both verbally and in writing, with superiors, colleagues, parents, and other individuals within and external to the school system.  Ability to demonstrate professionalism while interacting with others and to maintain constructive working relationships.
• Attendance and Dependability: Ability to report to work at the scheduled time and to seldom be absent from work.  Demonstrate prompt and regular work attendance.  Process appropriate paperwork to authorize absences in accordance with school system procedures.  Ability to complete work in a timely, accurate manner and to be conscientious about work performance.

EVALUATION: Performance will be evaluated annually by the Superintendent or designated supervisor in accordance with Policy GBI - Evaluation of Personnel.

Job descriptions are designed and intended only to summarize the essential duties, responsibilities, qualifications, and requirements for the purpose of clarifying the general nature and scope of a position's role.  Job descriptions do not list all tasks an employee might be expected to perform.