Teacher Substitutes - Long Term

Job Description: TeacherEducation EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:Candidates must hold or be eligible for a Virginia teaching certificate with endorsement in applicable subject area.The minimum performance expectations include, but are not limited to, the following actions:

• Meets and instructs the students(s) in the locations and at the time designated;
• Develops and maintains the physical environment of the classroom that is conducive to effective learning within the limits of resources provided by the system;
• Prepares for classes assigned and shows evidence of preparation upon request of the immediate supervisor;
• Encourages students to set and maintain high standards of classroom behavior; Provides an effective program of instruction to include:
• Instructional skills;
• Knowledge of child growth and development;
• Knowledge and use of materials and resources in accordance with the adopted curriculum and consistent with the physical limitations of the location provided;
• Demonstrates mastery of content area;
• Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities;
• Maintains and upholds school and county policies and procedures;
• Maintains records as required by law, system policy, and administrative regulations;
• Assists in upholding and enforcing school rules and administrative regulations.
• Makes provision for being available to students and parents for education-related purposes within contractual commitments;
• Attends and participates in faculty and department meetings;
• Cooperates with other members of the staff in planning instructional goals, objectives, and methods;
• Assists in the selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials;
• Works to establish and maintain open lines of communication with students, parents, and colleagues concerning both the academic and behavioral progress of all students;
• Establishes and maintains cooperative professional relations with others;
• Performs related duties as assigned by the administration in accordance with the school/system policies and practices.