Building Substitute Teacher

BUILDING SUBSTITUTE TEACHERSummaryWe are seeking a passionate, experienced, and team-oriented substitute teacher to join us in our mission to build confidence, success, and purpose through transformative learning experiences. The Building Substitute Teacher is responsible for teaching and managing a classroom in the absence of the regular teacher.About Groves Learning OrganizationGroves Learning Organization (GLO) is a nonprofit educational ecosystem that empowers each and every unique learner to discover their brilliance. GLO is a beacon of learning, illuminating the path to literacy for all students. We have a rich history of supporting bright students who struggle with learning disabilities and attention disorders, as well as promoting evidence-based literacy instruction for all.PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:Teaching: Following lesion plans, presenting subject matter, and providing materials to students.Classroom management: Keeping students engaged and on task, and maintaining a positive learning environment.Safety: Ensuring the safety of students during class and in the hallways.Communication: Leaving feedback and notes for the regular teacher, and communicating with other staff members and administrators.Non-classroom duties: Assisting with non-classroom duties when assigned.Participating in continuing professional development opportunities.EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION REQUIRED:Four-year degree in EducationClassroom experiencePREFERRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:Ability to be adaptable to changing circumstancesCreativity and ability to generate new ideas from a unique perspectiveKnowledge of and sensitivity to special needs of students.Able to treat each student with respect, fairness, flexibility, and in a professional manner.Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion through continuous development, and modeling inclusive behaviors.Able to use appropriate technology, including MS Office software (Word and Excel), Internet, communication systems, online grading systems, and assistive technology.Able to clearly and effectively communicate information and ideas in writing, verbally, and using a variety of media so students will understand.Able to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words, written material, multimedia, and audiovisual sources.Understand and maintain the confidential nature of student, organization, and employee information, including and in accordance with HIPAA regulations.Physical Requirements Necessary To Perform This JobIncumbent must be able to:Hear, speak and effectively verbally communicate in the English language, including following oral and written instructions, in order to communicate with people inside and outside the organization.Sit at a desk for extended periods of time and perform long hours of work sitting at a computer.Stand or sit for extended periods of time and perform long hours of work teaching in the classroom.Apply manual dexterity and visual acuity for computer keyboarding and office equipment use and to review detailed reports and information.Move around the school, office area, playground, and field trip locations repeatedly throughout the day.TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USEDStaff members must be able to use computers, telephones, photocopiers, scanners, Smart Boards, adaptive equipment, and related office and educational equipment.WORK ENVIRONMENTThe work environment is usually indoors; however, there is exposure to inclement weather when outdoors on school grounds or accompanying students on field trips. This job description does not necessarily list all the functions or accountabilities of the job. Employees may be asked by management to perform additional duties and tasks. Management reserves the right to revise and update job descriptions at any time.