The Kindezi Substitute Teacher delivers and manages student instruction and learning through lesson plans from the absent teacher, school leadership, and/or the department/grade level chairperson. They are consistent and dependable with classroom management to ensure the safety of students at all times.
Reports to: Assistant Principal and Principal
Network Support: Director of Talent Management
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
The minimum performance expectations include, but are not limited to, the following essential functions:
• Maintains and respects confidentiality of student and school personnel information;
• Maintains discipline and classroom control that fosters a safe and positive learning environment for all students and staff in accordance with school and county policies;
• Ensures the adequate supervision to assure health, welfare, and safety of all students;
• Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities;
• Reports to office upon arrival at school; checks mailbox of absent teacher for materials requiring immediate attention; requests clarification of school rules and procedures, if necessary;
• Reports all student injuries, accidents, illnesses, and discipline problems to the appropriate authority immediately or as soon as is reasonably possible;
• Implements lesson plans, while ensuring the integrity of academic time and in a manner which motivates students to learn and participate;
• Organizes students for effective instruction;
• Dismisses all students from the classroom before leaving the building;
• Collects and places students’ papers in regular teacher’s desk;
• Returns instructional materials, equipment, and keys to proper place;
• Complies with and supports school and state regulations and policies;
• Performs other related duties as assigned by building administrator(s) in accordance with school/state policies and practices
Professionalism
• Substitute in classrooms when lead teachers are absent
• Following the daily academic schedule as set by classroom teachers
• Maintaining a classroom environment that is respectful and conducive to students learning and reporting concerns to school administration
• Enforcing established health and safety requirements
• Providing positive behavior support to students as needed
• Providing technical assistance to students while they are engaged in learning
Physical Demands
• Duties performance typically in school settings to include: classrooms, gymnasium, cafeteria, auditorium, and recreational areas
• Frequent walking, standing, stooping, lifting,
• Vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels
• Visual acuity is required for preparing and analyzing written or computer data, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities
• The worker is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions, noise and hazards. Occasional movement of students by wheelchairs and other mechanical devices may be required
• Regular instruction to special needs children may be necessary
• Daily personal and close contact with children to provide classroom management and learning environment support is required on assigned days
• Regular contact with other staff members and building administrator(s) is required on assigned days as a substitute
Requirements
KEY ATTRIBUTES:
• Values that align with the Kindezi model and goals
• Demonstrated commitment to increasing student achievement and supporting the social-emotional needs of students
• Dedicated, reflective thinker with a growth mindset
• High-academic expectations; Believes that all students deserve an equitable education experience no matter their circumstances.
QUALIFICATIONS:
• Be a United States citizen or otherwise have authorization to work in the United States
• Have the ability to pass an Atlanta Public Schools background check
• Be able to obtain a GaPSC-issued clearance certificate
• Knowledge/training in restorative practices, crisis management and de-escalation strategies are strongly preferred
• 2+ years of experience working with elementary and/or middle school students preferred
• High School Diploma; Associate’s Degree; At least 60 semester hours or 90 quarter hours from a regionally accredited college or university (must have substitute diploma)
COMPENSATION/BENEFITS:
- Short-term Placement - $135 per day
- Long-term Placement - $180 per day
- Special Education Certified Short-term Placement - $200 per day
- Special Education Certified Long-term Placement - $240 per day
- Nurse Certified Short-term Placement - $220 per day
- Nurse Certified Long-term Placement - $240 per day
• The substitute must work 20 consecutive days in the same assignment.
• The substitute must qualify for a Georgia Teaching certificate.
• Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to comprehend and follow directives
• The substitute’s certification must match the certification required for the assignment.
JOB CLASSIFICATION: