District Wide Substitute

POSITION SUMMARY

The Intermittent Substitute Teacher provides temporary instructional services during the absence of a regularly assigned teacher. The employee works on a sporadic, as-needed basis according to the staffing needs of Allen County Schools and is not guaranteed a regular schedule, minimum number of workdays, or continuing daily assignment. The Intermittent Substitute Teacher shall provide appropriate supervision and instruction to students, implement lesson plans and instructional activities provided by the teacher of record or school administration, maintain an orderly and safe learning environment, and comply with all applicable federal and state laws, Kentucky administrative regulations, Kentucky Education Professional Standards Board requirements, and Allen County Board of Education policies and procedures.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

The employee shall:

• Possess a valid Kentucky teaching certificate, substitute teaching certificate, or emergency substitute teaching certificate appropriate for the assignment and issued by the Kentucky Education Professional Standards Board (EPSB).
• Meet the applicable educational requirements for the certificate under Kentucky law and EPSB regulation.
• Satisfy all criminal background check, employment eligibility, and other screening requirements applicable to Kentucky public school employees.
• Complete all district-required employment documentation, orientation, training, and annual compliance requirements.
• Demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively with students, staff, administrators, and families.
• Demonstrate the ability to follow written lesson plans, instructions, school procedures, emergency protocols, and student supervision requirements.
• Maintain confidentiality concerning students, employees, and district information in accordance with applicable law and Board policy.

INTERMITTENT EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS

This position is specifically established as an intermittent, as-needed substitute position.

The employee:

• Works only when called, offered, scheduled, or otherwise assigned by Allen County Schools based upon district staffing needs.
• Does not have a guaranteed daily or weekly work schedule or a guaranteed minimum number of hours or days.
• May experience periods in which no work is performed or wages are earned.
• May work differing numbers of days or hours from one week or month to another based upon district needs.
• Is not employed through this position as a regularly scheduled full-time substitute teacher.
• Shall comply with any limitations applicable to the substitute certificate held by the employee.

An employee serving under a one-year emergency certificate for substitute teaching shall not be utilized for full-time employment as a substitute teacher and shall not replace the teacher of record for more than twenty (20) consecutive instructional days, consistent with KRS 161.102. Nothing in this job description guarantees a specific number of assignments or continued availability of substitute work.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The Intermittent Substitute Teacher shall:

• Report to the assigned school at the designated time and follow established procedures for receiving the day's assignment.
• Assume responsibility for students assigned to the absent teacher during the designated instructional period.
• Implement lesson plans and instructional activities provided by the teacher of record and/or school administration.
• Provide instruction, assistance, and appropriate learning activities consistent with the assigned classroom and students' educational needs.
• Maintain appropriate classroom management and student behavior consistent with district and school expectations.
• Provide continuous and appropriate supervision of students while they are under the employee's responsibility.
• Maintain a safe, respectful, inclusive, and productive learning environment.
• Follow individual student plans, accommodations, health and safety procedures, and other directions provided by authorized school personnel when applicable to the assignment.
• Take attendance and maintain other records required by the school.
• Protect the confidentiality of student educational records and other personally identifiable information.
• Follow all school procedures concerning student release, transportation, emergencies, safety, discipline, and reporting.
• Report accidents, injuries, suspected abuse or neglect, threats, safety concerns, disciplinary incidents, or other significant events to the appropriate school administrator in accordance with law and district procedures.
• Use district-approved methods and systems when communicating with students and comply with all Kentucky statutory requirements and Allen County Schools policies governing employee-student communications.
• Exercise appropriate professional judgment and maintain professional boundaries with students at all times.
• Refrain from altering established curriculum, administering unauthorized activities, or materially changing the teacher's instructional plans without authorization.
• Leave appropriate information for the returning teacher concerning instruction completed, student behavior, assignments, and other relevant classroom matters.
• Maintain the classroom, instructional materials, technology, equipment, and school property in an orderly and secure condition.
• Follow the directions of the principal, assistant principal, teacher of record, or other designated administrator.
• Comply with the Kentucky Professional Code of Ethics for School Certified Personnel when applicable to the certificate held.
• Perform other reasonable duties related to the substitute assignment as directed by the principal or Superintendent/designee.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of:

• Basic instructional and classroom management practices.
• Appropriate professional conduct and employee-student boundaries.
• School safety and emergency procedures.
• Confidentiality requirements relating to student information.
• District policies, procedures, and expectations applicable to substitute personnel.

Ability to:

• Follow oral and written instructions.
• Implement teacher-provided lesson plans.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Communicate appropriately with students and school personnel.
• Supervise students effectively.
• Respond appropriately to emergencies and unexpected situations.
• Maintain professionalism in a variety of school settings.
• Adapt to different grade levels, classrooms, schedules, and school environments.

PHYSICAL AND WORKING CONDITIONS

The employee must possess the physical and mental abilities necessary to perform the essential functions of the position, with reasonable accommodations when required by law. The position may require standing and walking for extended periods; sitting; bending; reaching; communicating verbally and in writing; operating instructional technology and classroom equipment; and responding promptly to student, classroom, and emergency situations. Assignments may occur at various schools, grade levels, classrooms, and instructional settings throughout Allen County Schools.