LONG TERM COVID RECOVERY SUBSTITUTE TEACHERS FOR 2022/23 SCHOOL YEAR

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be at mimimum, 21 years of age
• Current Washington Teaching Certificate; Residency, Continuing, Professional OR
• Currently enrolled in a Washington State Approved Teacher Preparation or Alternative Route Program
• Ability to lead and instruct students of all ages
• Ability to adapt plans to specific classrooms
• General knowledge of several subjects
• Evidence of successful experience in working with students 
• Flexibility and critical-thinking skills

POSITION INFORMATION:

• Full time position, 183 days per year, for the 2023/24 School Year
• Salary per QVSD Salary Schedule, Step A0

JOB DESCRIPTION

Quillayute Valley School District

SUBSTITUTE TEACHER 

Purpose Statement

The job of Substitute Teacher was established for the purpose/s of providing support to the instructional process by serving as a substitute teacher with specific responsibility in supporting and encouraging student success in academics;  delivering group and/or individual student instruction based on lesson plans provided by the regular teacher; supervising students within the classroom and other assigned areas; and collaborating with other teachers, other professional staff, and administrators in addressing instructional and/or classroom issues.

This job reports to Principal

Essential Functions

• Maintains and respects confidentiality of student and school personnel information;
• Follow lesson plans provided by the regular classroom teacher to create a cohesive and consistent learning experience for students.
• Manage the classroom effectively to encourage student partipation, minimize distractions and maintain a positive learning environment.
• Adapt teaching methods to fit the needs of each individual student.
• Supervise students in and out of the classroom, including in the halls.

Other Functions

• Performs other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.

Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications

SKILLS are required to perform multiple, highly complex, technical tasks with a need to routinely upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skill-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: applying assessment instruments; operating standard office equipment including using pertinent software applications; and preparing and maintaining accurate records.

KNOWLEDGE is required to perform advanced math; read technical information, compose a variety of documents, and/or facilitate group discussions; and analyze situations to define issues and draw conclusions. Specific knowledge-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: appropriate codes, policies, regulations and/or laws; age appropriate activities; lesson plan requirements; stages of child development; and behavioral management strategies.

ABILITY is required to schedule a number of activities, meetings, and/or events; often gather, collate, and/or classify data; and consider a number of factors when using equipment. Flexibility is required to work with others in a wide variety of circumstances; work with data utilizing defined but different processes; and operate equipment using a variety of standardized methods. Ability is also required to work with a diversity of individuals and/or groups; work with data of varied types and/or purposes; and utilize a variety of job-related equipment. Problem solving is required to analyze issues and create action plans. Problem solving with data frequently requires independent interpretation of guidelines; and problem solving with equipment is moderate. Specific ability-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: establishing and maintaining constructive relationships; adapting to changing work priorities; maintaining confidentiality; exhibiting tact and patience; and working flexible hours.

Responsibility

Responsibilities include: working under limited supervision using standardized practices and/or methods; and directing other persons within a small work unit. Utilization of resources from other work units is often required to perform the job's functions. There is some opportunity to significantly impact the organization’s services.

Working Environment

The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; significant stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling; and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 10% sitting, 40% walking, and 50% standing. The job is performed under some temperature extremes and under conditions with some exposure to risk of injury and/or illness.

Experience Job related experience is required.

Education Minimum of an AA degree

Equivalency None Specified

Required Testing      Certificates & Licenses

None Specified            WA State Teaching Certificate 

Continuing Educ. / Training            Clearances

None Specified    Fingerprint/Background Clearance