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JOB TITLE: Guest Teacher
SALARY: According to substitute compensation guidelines
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Nothing contained in this job description is intended to create any contractual obligations on the part of substitute teachers or the school
District. A substitute teacher has the right to terminate his or her association with the school District, with or without reason, and the school District retains that same right.
EVALUATION: Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with the established guidelines or procedures
REPORTS TO: Assistant Director of Human Resources
Building Administration
JOB QUALIFICATIONS: Per Colorado Department of Education.
Education:
Substitute Authorization (issued for 1, 3 or 5 years):
- 1-year: school district verification of high school diploma or higher degree and experience working with children
- 3-year: bachelor’s or higher degree from a regionally accredited college/university
- 5-year: valid or expired Colorado teacher license or valid out-of-state teacher license
Experience: None
Certificates/Licenses:
1. Substitute authorization as set by Colorado Department of Education, or Current
Colorado Educator License
JOB EXPECTATIONS:
1. Demonstrates effective organizational, problem-solving, and conflict resolution skills
2. Demonstrates punctuality and good attendance
3. Complies with all safety policies, practices, and procedures, including proper use of equipment
4. Reports all unsafe conditions/activities to supervisor, Human Resources, or Risk
Management
5. Demonstrates aptitude and interest for the work to be performed
6. Follows appropriate District policies and procedures
7. Meets deadlines
8. Demonstrates confidentiality as related to job
9. Develops and maintains professional working relations with other District employees
10. Demonstrates flexibility in meeting building needs
11. Continual compliance with regulations, rules, or statutes related to Colorado State
Board of Education Rules and Regulations, Colorado Department of Education, and
Colorado State Law
JOB SKILLS and ABILITIES:
1. Demonstrates basic computer and clerical skills
2. Ability to work closely with students as a positive role model in an academic setting
3. Ability to work without close supervision
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
1. Engages students in the instructional process by using the plans left by the regular teacher
2. Creates general lesson plans that are adaptable and appropriate, with the guidance of department/grade level staff or building leadership when necessary
3. Performs duties assigned to the teacher whose place he/she is filling, including, but not limited to: playground duty, lunchroom duty, hall duty, etc.
4. Report to the principal any accidents/incidents or potentially dangerous conditions
(e.g. broken playground equipment, frayed electrical wires) that could cause injury
5. Provides leadership and maintains control of classroom
6. Enforces effective discipline in accordance with the policies of the District, and uses good judgment regarding when to involve building administration and/or staff
7. Maintains standards of professional ethics in all relationships with students, parents, teachers and other community members
8. Reports to the regular teacher all relevant information (e.g. behavior, assignment completion, attendance, etc.)
9. Practices and maintains routines in all classes
10. Leaves the room neat and orderly
11. Exercises good judgment in the use of equipment and supplies
12. Protects children by knowing and practicing good supervision and safety procedures
13. Assumes responsibility for knowing duties and responsibilities of the teacher in the event of fire, tornado or other emergencies
14. Follows important District policies, especially the following policies located in the substitute handbook: Child Abuse Reporting, Corporal Punishment, Tobacco Free
Policy, Drug and Alcohol Policy, Sexual Harassment Policy, and Safety Handbook
15. Models and reinforces positive learning skills and work habits
16. Strives to implement, by instruction and action, the District’s philosophy of education and instructional goals and objectives
17. Demonstrates the ability to communicate effectively, collaborate with co-workers, and interact with colleagues in a professional manner
18. Incorporates legal rights and due process for children with special needs
19. Demonstrates a positive attitude towards change
20. Performs such other tasks as may, from time to time, be assigned
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Certain positions within the District may impose additional physical demands. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, and feel; reach with hands and arms; taste and smell; and talk and hear. The employee may also need to stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift up to 50 pounds with assistance. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $175.00 - $185.00 per day
Benefits:
Schedule:
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Colorado Springs, CO 80911: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person