About this role
Long Term Substitute
Supervisor: Building Administrator
Duration: Temporary, approximately 1-12 weeks
Job Classification: Substitute
FLSA Status: Exempt
Job Summary
The Long Term Substitute Teacher covers a classroom during a teacher's extended absence, keeping instruction consistent and students on track until the regular teacher returns. *This position is temporary and not benefits eligible.
Essential Functions
- Teach daily lessons using the regular teacher's plans and district curriculum, and plan instruction when needed for longer assignments.
- Manage the classroom and follow building routines, behavior expectations, and safety procedures.
- Take attendance, grade student work, and enter grades as assigned.
- Follow IEP's, 504 plans, and other student supports.
- Communicate with families, staff, and the principal as needed.
- Leave clear notes so the regular teacher can pick up smoothly on return.
- Other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Valid substitute authorization or teaching license through the Iowa Board of Educational Examiners.
- Endorsement in the subject or grade level preferred
Travel Requirements
- Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.
Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards
- Works in indoor and/or outdoor environments.
Physical Demands and Working Conditions
Work is performed in a classroom and school setting. The position requires frequent standing, walking, and moving around the classroom; frequent speaking and computer use; occasional bending and lifting up to 25 pounds; and supervising students indoors and/or outdoors.