POSITION TITLE:        Substitute Teacher - Elementary (Grades K-5)

FLSA:                           Exempt Professional

QUALIFICATIONS:      High School Diploma

REPORTS TO:              Director of Human Resources

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:   Daily contracted services for the current school year.

This job description is intended to accurately reflect the position’s activities and requirements; however, the administration reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and assign other duties as necessary. It is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills, or working conditions associated with the position and does not imply an employment contract.  

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Maintain a positive learning environment and respond to the individual needs of the students.

• Implement effective lessons in the absence of the regular Instructor.

• Ensure that district policies are observed during all activities.

• Create a safe classroom environment that is conducive to learning.

• Keep all children in the classroom under supervision at all times. 

• Be familiar with fire exits, fire drill procedures, severe storm and tornado warning procedures.  Review notes for the day, take attendance and follow the lesson plans of the teacher.

• Maintain confidentiality as defined by the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA).

• Demonstrate the ability to adapt to circumstances.  Exhibit good judgment and use appropriate language or behavior while on assignment.

• Report for duty 30 minutes early and remain on duty for the entire assignment, including planning time of the teacher.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS:      

• Abide by state statutes, school board policies and regulations.
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy and administrative regulation.
• Leave detailed notes for teacher on any issues experienced during the day.

• Other duties as assigned by the Principal, or the Substitute Office

Nottoway County Public Schools (NCPS) assures Equal Employment Opportunities for employees as required by Federal and State Orders and Laws. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential tasks. NCPS does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs and activities; and provides equal access to designated youth groups. The Director of Human Resources has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies.