Middle School Teacher - Long Term Substitute (Math)

Department: Middle School Education / Subject

FLSA Status (Exempt/Non-exempt): Non-Exempt, Non-Aligned (LTS)

Reports To: Principal, Assistant Principal, Department Head/Curriculum Coordinator

SUMMARY

The substitute teacher is responsible for supervising students within the classroom and other assigned areas, developing lesson plans and delivering instruction within established curriculum guidelines, collaborating with other teachers, professional staff, and administrators to improve instruction, and engaging parents/guardians in conversations with regard to instructional programs and student progress.

This role will cover Math classes for middle school students.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree in subject area and requisite licensure as defined by the DESE

Ability to handle multitude of varying and complex issues

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Ability to use technology effectively

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience teaching middle school students in subject area

Knowledge of behavior management and behavior shaping strategies, techniques and methods, and conflict resolution procedures

Ability to work autonomously and make independent decisions

Ability to organize tasks, set priorities and meet deadlines, manage multiple tasks

Good judgment and good problem-solving skills

JOB FUNCTIONS

Prepare and deliver instructional lessons with clear and measurable outcomes

Provide appropriate and effective learning experiences for students from a wide range of socio-economic levels and cultural backgrounds

Design and demonstrate differentiated instruction to meet the needs of all students

Implement accommodations and curricular modifications as specified in educational plans (IEPs) and as needed to meet the learning needs of students

Provide a motivating and stimulating learning environment

Use a variety of formal and informal assessments to accurately measure student progress toward and to modify further instruction

Use a computer and other technology to support student learning in and out of the classroom

Provide students with support (remediation and enrichment) using a variety of strategies

Collaborate with colleagues on curriculum, lesson and assessment design

Participate actively in faculty, department and team meetings

Set professional development goals, develop professional development plans, and participate in professional development activities that improve teaching practice

Communicate effectively with students, colleagues, parents, and the community

Follow safety procedures and written and verbal instructions

Consistent, reliable and punctual attendance is essential for supervision and instruction of the students

Responsible for implementing “other job related duties” as needed

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Ability to operate computer, printer, telephone, copier, facsimile machine, and all other standard office equipment

Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time

Sufficient mobility to navigate within a large or small school building

Regularly required to lift and/or move objects weighing up to 25 pounds

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