About this role
Primary Purpose: Enable students to continue their education with minimal interruption in the absence of the regular classroom teacher. Qualifications: Education High School Diploma or GED required/Bachelor's Degree preferred Teacher Certification strongly preferred Completion of the Kilgore ISD Substitute Orientation Process required Special Knowledge/Skills Ability to work well children, parents and school staff Ability to communicate effectively Major Responsibilities and Duties: ? Report to the building principal (school secretary) upon arrival at the school building ? Review the absent teacher's lesson plans and carry out instructional and administrative duties as outlined ? Maintain effective classroom management ? Assume responsibility for overseeing student behavior in class and during teacher assigned locations and times ? Complete a summary of work completed at the end of each teaching day and leave it for the regular classroom teacher ? Demonstrate behavior that is professional, ethical, and responsible ? Comply with district policies, as well as state and federal laws and regulations ? Adhere to the district's safety policies and procedures ? Maintain confidentiality in the conduct of district business ? Must be able to perform the essential functions of interacting with students and/or district employees in the specific work site assigned ? Demonstrate regular and prompt attendance ? Other duties as assigned Working Conditions: Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Maintain emotional control under stress; Work with frequent interruptions; Ability to read and communicate effectively (verbal and written); Interpret policy, procedures and data; Occasional lifting and carrying moderate weight; Frequent walking, standing, stooping, bending, pulling and pushing