2024-2025 Substitute Teacher at Poway Unified School District (2024)

2024-2025 Substitute Teacher at Poway Unified School District

Requirements / Qualifications

Requirements / Qualifications

Comments and Other Information

Job Description: As a Substitute Teacher, you will play a crucial role in maintaining continuity of education in the absence of the regular classroom teacher. Your responsibilities will include implementing lesson plans, managing the classroom environment, and ensuring the learning objectives are met during the teacher’s absence. You will work across various grade levels and subject areas, providing instruction and support to students following the school's policies and procedures.Key Responsibilities:1. Instructional Delivery: Deliver lesson plans provided by the absent teacher, ensuring that educational content is effectively communicated to students.2. Classroom Management: Maintain a positive and productive learning environment by enforcing classroom rules, managing student behavior, and resolving conflicts as needed.3. Student Engagement: Foster student participation and engagement in learning activities, encouraging active involvement in classroom discussions and assignments.4. Assessment: Administer and supervise tests, quizzes, and other assessments as instructed by the absent teacher, and provide feedback to students on their performance.5. Support: Provide academic and emotional support to students as needed, addressing individual learning needs and offering assistance with assignments and coursework.6. Communication: Maintain open communication with school staff, including administrators, teachers, and support personnel, to ensure smooth transitions and effective implementation of instructional plans.7. Professionalism: Adhere to professional standards and ethical guidelines, demonstrating punctuality, reliability, and professionalism in all interactions with students, staff, and parents.Qualifications: - Bachelor’s degree in education or a related field (preferred)- Teaching certification or substitute teacher certification (depending on state requirements)- Previous experience working with children or in educational settings is desirable- Strong communication and interpersonal skills- Ability to adapt to different classroom environments and instructional styles- Flexibility and willingness to work on short noticeWorking Conditions:Substitute teachers may work part-time or on-call, with assignments varying in duration and frequency. Work hours typically coincide with regular school hours. The job environment may include exposure to noise, classroom interruptions, and different classroom setups.Application Process:The Substitute Desk will review applications regularly. Applicants selected for employment will receive communication from the Substitute Desk. Due to the high volume of applications received, Poway Unified School District requests that you do not contact the Human Resources office regarding the status of your application. Applications will be carefully reviewed and those with the most appropriate education, experience, and training will be contacted to continue the process. If it is determined that you will not move forward, you will receive a regret email. I’m notified each time an applicant has applied. I appreciate your interest in Poway Unified School District. Questions:Melissa Mann at (858) 521-2784 or via email at mmann@powayusd.com

Comments and Other Information

Job Description: As a Substitute Teacher, you will play a crucial role in maintaining continuity of education in the absence of the regular classroom teacher. Your responsibilities will include implementing lesson plans, managing the classroom environment, and ensuring the learning objectives are met during the teacher’s absence. You will work across various grade levels and subject areas, providing instruction and support to students following the school's policies and procedures.Key Responsibilities:1. Instructional Delivery: Deliver lesson plans provided by the absent teacher, ensuring that educational content is effectively communicated to students.2. Classroom Management: Maintain a positive and productive learning environment by enforcing classroom rules, managing student behavior, and resolving conflicts as needed.3. Student Engagement: Foster student participation and engagement in learning activities, encouraging active involvement in classroom discussions and assignments.4. Assessment: Administer and supervise tests, quizzes, and other assessments as instructed by the absent teacher, and provide feedback to students on their performance.5. Support: Provide academic and emotional support to students as needed, addressing individual learning needs and offering assistance with assignments and coursework.6. Communication: Maintain open communication with school staff, including administrators, teachers, and support personnel, to ensure smooth transitions and effective implementation of instructional plans.7. Professionalism: Adhere to professional standards and ethical guidelines, demonstrating punctuality, reliability, and professionalism in all interactions with students, staff, and parents.Qualifications: - Bachelor’s degree in education or a related field (preferred)- Teaching certification or substitute teacher certification (depending on state requirements)- Previous experience working with children or in educational settings is desirable- Strong communication and interpersonal skills- Ability to adapt to different classroom environments and instructional styles- Flexibility and willingness to work on short noticeWorking Conditions:Substitute teachers may work part-time or on-call, with assignments varying in duration and frequency. Work hours typically coincide with regular school hours. The job environment may include exposure to noise, classroom interruptions, and different classroom setups.Application Process:The Substitute Desk will review applications regularly. Applicants selected for employment will receive communication from the Substitute Desk. Due to the high volume of applications received, Poway Unified School District requests that you do not contact the Human Resources office regarding the status of your application. Applications will be carefully reviewed and those with the most appropriate education, experience, and training will be contacted to continue the process. If it is determined that you will not move forward, you will receive a regret email. I’m notified each time an applicant has applied. I appreciate your interest in Poway Unified School District. Questions:Melissa Mann at (858) 521-2784 or via email at mmann@powayusd.com