Cortez - CDE Authorized Substitute Teacher

Montezuma-Cortez School District RE-1

EVERY STUDENT. EVERY DAY.

Position: CDE Authorized Substitute Teacher

Our Vision: The district is committed to creating an environment of collaboration and accountability that ensures our students:

Achieve personal goals and academic growth.

Are invested in success for their future.

Attain high levels of literacy and 21 st century skills.

Are engaged in active citizenship.

Learn in a safe and healthy school environment.

Position Summary: Substitute Teacher will provide backup teaching services when full-time teachers are unable to work. The Sub will follow the regular teacher’s lesson plans in a way that ensures consistency and optimal learning, and that encourages students to participate. The Sub may grade classwork, homework, and tests. Must be able to modify teaching styles to fit the learning styles of various students. Maintain a well-managed classroom and positive learning environment.

Some additional responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

Keep records of attendance, accidents, and incidents.

Protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.

Always ensure the safety of students.

Consult with Principal on responsibilities during the teacher’s absence.

Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.

Observes all district policies and procedures.

Essential Physical Demands:

Constant lifting 5 to 20 pounds

Frequent lifting 20 to over 50 pounds

Constant standing, walking

Frequent bending, reaching, squatting, climbing, kneeling.

Occasional crawling, sitting, stooping.

Certification and Licensing: Must have a current Substitute License through Colorado Department of Education (CDE).

Supervision: Reports to campus administrator. Does not supervise other staff.

Job Classification: Non-exempt, non-contracted. Benefits eligibility depends on number of hours worked.

Candidate Profile

Education and Certification:

High School diploma

Bachelor’s degree (Preferred)

Substitute Authorization through CDE (Required)

Experience and Skills:

Excellent communication skills.

Flexible and maintain a positive attitude.

High level of personal organization and planning.

Work cooperatively with supervisors and coworkers.

Technology proficient in Excel, Word, PowerPoint.

Culture and Fit:

Commitment to the mission and values of Montezuma Cortez Re-1

Desire to work as a member of a dynamic team.

Openness to feedback and willingness to share ideas.

Maintains and models high standards of personal and professional integrity and confidentiality

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions: The physical demands, work environment factors and mental functions described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Activities:

Amount of:

None

Under 1/3

1/3 to 2/3

Over 2/3

Stand

X

Walk

Sit

Reach with hands and arms

Use hands to finger, handle, or feed

Climb or balance

Stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl

Talk

Listen

Work Environment:

Wet or humid conditions (non-weather)

Work near moving mechanical parts

Work in high, precarious places

Fumes or airborne particles

Toxic or caustic chemicals

Outdoor weather conditions

Extreme Cold (non-weather)

Extreme Heat (non-weather)

Risk of electrical shock

Work with explosives

Risk of radiation

Vibration

Vision Demands:

Required

No special vision requirements

Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less)

Distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more)

Color vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors)

Peripheral vision

Depth perception

Ability to adjust focus

Noise Level:

Exposure Level

Very quiet

Quiet

Moderate

Loud

Very Loud

Mental Functions:

Amount Of:

Compare

Analyze

Communicate

Copy

Coordinate

Instruct

Compute

Synthesize

Evaluate

Interpersonal Skills

Compile

Negotiate

The signatures below indicate that this job description has been reviewed by the employee with the supervisor.

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Employee Name (Print) Employee Signature Date

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Supervisor Name (Print) Supervisor Signature Date

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. This job description is not intended to create any express or implied contract of employment or expectancy of continued employment for any definite term.

NONDISCRIMINATION CLAUSE

Montezuma-Cortez School District RE-1 does not discriminate against any protected classes as identified by the State of Colorado. A lack of English speaking skills will not be a barrier to participation or admission. The following staff have been designated to handle inquiries regarding our nondiscrimination policies:

Title IX Coordinator and Compliance Officer (Title II/ADA, Title VI)

Rhonda Tracy, Director of Academic Services

400 North Elm Street, Cortez, CO 81321 970-565-7522 ext. 1136

[email protected]

504 Compliance Officer (Section 504)

Lisa Alarcon, Executive Director of Exceptional Student Services

400 North Elm Street, Cortez, CO 81321 970-565-7522 ext. 1118

[email protected]

M-CSD RE-1 School Governance Policies can be found on our website at:

www.cortez.k12.co.us/our-district/board-of-education/policies

CLÁUSULA DE NO DISCRIMINACIÓN

El Distrito Escolar Montezuma-Cortez RE-1 no discrimina contra ninguna clase protegida identificada por el Estado de Colorado. La falta de habilidades para hablar inglés no será una barrera para la participación o la admisión. El siguiente personal ha sido designado para atender consultas sobre nuestras políticas de no discriminación:

Coordinador del Título IX Oficial de Cumplimiento (Título II/ADA, Título VI)

Rhonda Tracy, Director de Recursos Humanos

400 Calle Elm Norte, Cortez, CO 81321 970-565-7522 extensión 1136

504 Oficial de Cumplimiento (Sección 504)

Lisa Megel, Directora Ejecutiva de Servicios para Estudiantes Excepcionales

400 Calle Elm Norte, Cortez, CO 81321 970-565-7522 extensión 1118

Las políticas de gobierno escolar de M-CSD RE-1 se pueden encontrar en nuestro sitio web en:

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Referenced Policies: AC, AC-E-1, AC-R (Option 1), AC-R-2*, JB, JBA, JBA-E, JBB*, JII-R

NOTE: Federal law requires districts to provide continuing notification of non-discrimination statements and the Title IX coordinator’s contact information. This information must be published in student, parent, and employee handbooks, course catalogs, program/employee application forms, and recruitment materials. 34 C.F.R. § 106.8.