Substitute Teacher
New America School - Thornton
Responsibilities
- Establishing and enforcing rules of behavior for students in the classroom
- Preparing lessons, units and projects to complete learning objectives
- Establishing and communicating clear objectives for lessons, units and projects
- Adapting teaching methods and materials to meet the interests and learning styles of students
- Encouraging students to explore learning opportunities and career paths
- Creating, assigning and grading various assessments for students, including tests, quizzes, essays and projects
- Working with students one-on-one when they need extra help or attention
- Tracking and evaluating student academic progress
- Leading parent-teacher meetings
- Maintaining positive relationships with students, parents, coworkers and supervisors
- Managing student behavior
- Creating a safe, respectful and inclusive classroom environment
- Communicating regularly with parents
- Helping students improve study methods and habits
- Administering tests to evaluate students’ progress
A strong candidate for the Building Substitute Teacher position will posses the following skills and qualifications:
- A valid and current Substitute Teacher license
- Bachelor’s degree or higher, preferably in education
- Strong English verbal and written communication skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Ability to lead and instruct students of all ages
- General knowledge of several subjects
- Ability to adapt plans to specific classrooms
- Flexibility and critical-thinking skills
- Patience"