Substitute – Lago Vista ISD

Job Description

The State Board for Educator Certification will require all first time applicants for an initial credential to be fingerprinted as part of a national criminal background check. A $50.20 fingerprinting fee will be paid by the substitute. However, we ask that all hired substitutes save the fingerprinting fee receipt. Once you complete three (3) full days as a substitute, you may submit the receipt for reimbursement to Accounts Payable in the administration building. Primary Purpose: Provide students with appropriate learning activities, instruction, and supervision by implementing the lesson plans as directed by the absent teacher, principal, or other responsible staff. Qualifications: Education/Certification: High School Diploma or GED Special Knowledge/Skills: Ability to follow instructional plans for students Manage student behavior Organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills Confidentiality Major Responsibilities/Duties: Implement lesson plans and instructional activities provided by the absent teacher or designated staff. Use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, equipment, and technology that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned and present subject matter according to the lesson plans. Work cooperatively with teachers to modify curriculum for students as needed or noted in lesson plans. Submit attendance reports. Implement a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students. Manage student behavior in accordance with the lesson plans, Student Code of Conduct, and student handbook. Supervise students at all times. Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities. Maintain a clean and orderly classroom and follow the classroom and school procedures as directed by the school. Leave notes or complete the approved substitute teacher report form at the end of the teaching day. Report any accidents or incidents. Communicate in a friendly and positive manner towards students, parents, staff, and administrators. Participate in required annual substitute training and activities to improve job-related skills. Comply with all state, district, and school regulations and policies. Follow District safety protocols and emergency procedures. Perform other duties as assigned. Working Conditions: Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Tools/Equipment Used: Personal computer, peripherals, and standard instructional equipment Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress; work prolonged or irregular hours Posture: Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting Motion: Frequent walking Lifting: Light to moderate lifting; may lift and move stacks of textbooks, media equipment, desks, and other classroom equipment Environment: Work inside, may work outside; regular exposure to noise Pay: $100/day (4+ hours), $50/half day (up to 4 hours), $120/day for long-term positions (after day 10) This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required. Equal Opportunity Employer The Lago Vista Independent School District, as an equal opportunity educational provider and employer, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, or gender expression or any other basis protected by law in educational programs or activities that it operates or in employment decisions. The District is required by Title VI and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act, and the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, as amended, as well as board policy not to discriminate in such a manner. (Not all prohibited bases apply to all programs.)

10/1/2014