The job of Substitute on Daily Assignment (SODA) is done for the purpose/s of enabling each student to continue his or her education as consistently and seamlessly as possible in the absence of the regular employee teacher by supporting the instructional process with specific responsibility for supervising students within the classroom and other assigned areas; implementing lesson plans and delivering group and individual student instruction within established curriculum and building guidelines; collaborating with other teachers, other professional staff, and administrators in addressing instructional and/or classroom
issues; and responding—as directed by building administrator__to inquiries from students’ parents or guardians regarding instructional programs and student progress.

 

Essential Functions

• Attends required activities as scheduled (e.g. trainings, meetings, professional development, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining and improving professional competence as a Substitute Teacher in compliance with program guidelines and objectives.
• Communicates with building Administrator and Administrator for Substitute Services, etc. (e.g. school substitute-related issues, etc.) for the purpose of respecting and maintaining confidentiality of students, staff, and/or parents/guardians in compliance with district and federal guidelines.
• Confers with building staff (e.g. grade-level teacher, department group leader, principal, and school office staff, etc.) for the purpose of receiving clear direction regarding lesson plans and expectations of assigned area.
• Demonstrates flexibility and adaptability due to daily changing assignment for the purpose of ensuring individual and classroom learning objectives.
• Ensure the adequate supervision of students for the purpose of to assuring their health, safety and welfare.
• Implements plans and goals set forth by the regular classroom teacher (e.g. procedures, rules, classroom routines, building policy, and substitute instructions, etc.) for the purpose of providing consistency in classroom management and normal classroom routines, and maintaining a safe and positive learning environment.
• Maintains detailed documentation of classroom activity in absence of regular teacher (e.g. material/lesson plans covered, including explanation of any deviation from teachers lesson plans; and student attendance and behavior problems, etc.) for the purpose of providing relevant information that allows for consistent follow-up when regular teacher returns to the classroom.
• Manages classroom structure and procedures (e.g. activities; behavioral expectations; positive classroom culture;, etc.) for the purpose of establishing a positive, safe and orderly optimal learning environment to support students in achieving classroom and individual goals.
• Models positive behaviors (e.g. professional/ethical public image; relational skills, including appropriate verbal and written communications; manners; honors diversity and mutual respect, etc.) for the purpose of promoting appropriate social and interpersonal behavior in alignment with district goals.
• Reinforces a creative and positive classroom environment (e.g. appropriate based on grade level, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring a successful learning experience for all students.
• Remains on-site during assigned hours for the purpose of ensuring adequate supervision of assigned students and being available for assigned staff support duties (e.g. bus, recess, and lunchroom monitoring, etc.).
• Reports to building front office staff upon each assigned day's arrival and departure (e.g. receiving instructions, returning keys, instructional materials/equipment, etc.) for the purpose of following required check-in/check-out procedures for substitutes.
• Reports all student injuries, accidents, illnesses, and discipline problems to the appropriate authority immediately or as soon as reasonably possible for the purpose of documenting activities.
• Responds to emergency situations (e.g. building emergency protocol; fights, suspected child abuse and/or substance abuse, etc.) for the purpose of addressing immediate safety concerns and directing to appropriate personnel for resolution.
• Reviews and follows the plans and scheduled activities left by the regular teacher for the purpose of ensuring a successful and consistent learning environment for students.

Other Functions

• Performs other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.

 

 

Education:  High school diploma or equivalent

 

Certificates and Licenses: Valid State of Wyoming Teaching License or Substitute Teaching Permit