Job Description

WE HAVE HEARD THE VOICES OF OUR FAMILIES, LOCAL AND STATE HEALTH EXPERTS, THE TEXAS EDUCATION AGENCY, AND THE CENTERS FOR DISEASE CONTROL (CDC), THE AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF PEDIATRICS AND OTHER EXPERTS, AND TOGETHER, WE ARE NAVIGATING THIS NEW NORMAL WITH THE LENS OF OUR THREE GUIDING PRINCIPLES. WE COMMIT TO:

1. PROTECT THE HEALTH OF OUR STUDENTS, STAFF, AND FAMILIES TO THE FULLEST EXTENT POSSIBLE
2. SHOW CARE FOR OUR ENTIRE TEAM & FAMILY SO WE CAN THRIVE IN OUR NEW NORMAL
3. PROVIDE OUR KIPPSTERS WITH AN ACADEMICALLY EXCELLENT, JOYFUL, AND EQUITABLE LEARNING EXPERIENCE WITH A CONSISTENT FOCUS ON OUR NORTH STAR OF COLLEGE READINESS REGARDLESS OF WHETHER WE ARE INSIDE OR OUTSIDE OF OUR SCHOOL BUILDINGS FOR CURRENT UPDATES ON OUR RESTART PLANS, PLEASE VISIT OUR RESTART UPDATES PAGE ON OUR WEBSITE. NOTE: WE ARE ANTICIPATING A HIGHER THAN AVERAGE NEED FOR LONG-TERM SUBSTITUTES (21+ CONSECUTIVE DAYS), BUT CANNOT GUARANTEE UPON HIRE PLACEMENT INTO A LONG-TERM ROLE Substitute teachers help students to learn subject matter and/or skills that are required for scheduled lessons and provide meaningful instruction for assigned classrooms in the absence of the regular classroom teacher.

Instruction

• Reviews the plans and schedule to be followed during the teaching day with the school leader or designated teacher

• Teaches the lessons prepared by the absent teacher

• Reports in writing, on the form provided, the day’s activities at conclusion of each day and provides other feedback as requested by the school leader

• Follows all district policies, rules, and procedures to which regular teachers are subject and which good teaching practice dictates

• Consults, as appropriate, with the school leader before initiating any lesson or other procedure not specified in the teacher’s plans

Student Management

• Maintains as fully as possible the established routines and procedures of the school and classrooms to which he/she is assigned

• Assumes responsibility for overseeing pupil behavior in class and at other times during the school day as requested

• Maintains appropriate student behavior at all times throughout the school day for assigned students

Professional Development

• Keeps informed about current educational trends and new methods in education

• Utilizes the practices and procedures in the Substitute Teachers’ Handbook distributed annually by KIPP Texas Public Schools

School/Community Relations

• Maintains good relations with the faculty and staff of the district

• Treats information about students and staff with the utmost confidence

Qualifications

• Education and Knowledge
• Degreed graduate of an accredited college or university, Bachelor’s Degree required

Skills

• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
• Have excellent integrity and demonstrate good moral character and initiative.
• Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of child growth and development, effective instructional strategies, curriculum content, and classroom management.
• Exhibit a personality that demonstrates enthusiasm and interpersonal skills to relate well with students, staff, administration, parents, and the community.
• Experience collaborating with team members and providing constructive and instructive feedback
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Professional demeanor with strong self-confidence and initiative

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.