Job Description
Northstar is an educational consulting firm that provides various services for schools and districts. We are seeking quality guest teachers for our partner charter schools located in the metro Atlanta area. Northstar takes pride offering schools dedicated substitute teachers who are knowledgeable, dependable and effective. All candidates are required to complete a background check and complete the Northstar training/onboarding process.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS The role of the Substitute Teacher is to deliver high quality lessons to meet the individual needs of all students using a wide range of strategies. Provide a safe classroom learning environment, in keeping with the mission and vision of the school and school leadership team. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education and/or Experience Associates Degree or 2 years equivalent college and 3 successful years of work experience. Bachelor’s degree or higher from a Professional Standards Commission approved accredited college or university in relevant educational field required. Experience, and/or training in an educational setting preferred.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES Knowledge of school and state requirements, basic math, including calculations using fractions, percent, and/or ratios; read technical information, compose a variety of documents, and/or facilitate group discussions; analysis of situations to define issues and draw conclusions; age appropriate activities; lesson plan requirements; stages of child development; and behavioral management strategies. Skill in effective oral, written, and interpersonal communication; maintaining order in a classroom setting; administering discipline policies; Long term subs should have the ability to plan and develop course of study suitable for specific grade levels; develop lesson plans incorporating lectures, projects, group discussions, exhibits, field trips, audiovisual and library resources, computers and the internet; demonstrate patience SECURITY & BACKGROUND CHECK- All contractors working as substitute teachers must pass a criminal background check.