Elementary School Instructional Support Long-Term Substitute Teacher
Full-Time (M-F 7:30-3:15) from early January to the end of February
City & State: Columbia, PA
School: Our Lady of the Angels School
Basic Job Description: Under the general supervision of the School Principal, to temporarily serve as a remedial resource instructor to improve students' achievement in reading, writing, and mathematics, implementing Diocesan-approved remedial reading, writing, and mathematics curricula and programs.
Reports to: Principal
Essential Functions for an Instructional Support Teacher:
- Develops and administers assessment techniques and methods to ascertain the particular needs of individual students identified as in need of remedial reading, writing, and mathematics instruction.
- Develops remedial reading, writing, and mathematics strategies, lesson plans, and instructional materials, and translates lesson plans into learning experiences to develop pertinent sequential assignments.
- Teaches knowledge and skills in letter and word recognition, sentence and paragraph structure, vocabulary, proper word usage, writing, and mathematics.
- Conducts remedial learning activities, incorporating technology and a variety of instructional methods and materials.
- Creates evaluation instruments and procedures to monitor student progress and the effectiveness of instruction.
- Documents teaching and student progress/activities/outcomes; develops lesson plans; models the necessary skills to perform assignments; and provides feedback to administration and teaching staff regarding student progress, expectations, and goals and objectives.
- Coordinates with other professional staff members, especially within grade level, regarding reading, writing, and mathematics assessments and remedial teaching techniques; assists, coaches, and models effective remedial instructional strategies for classroom teachers.
- Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievement, and attendance as required by school procedures and applicable laws.
- Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
Responsibilities/Tasks for: "Elementary School Substitute Teacher"
- Establish and enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among the students for whom they are responsible.
- Observe and evaluate students' performance, behavior, social development, and physical health.
- Follow the teacher's instructions or the lesson plan.
- Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
- Conduct activities for a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, and work time that provides students with opportunities to observe, question, and investigate.
- Instruct students individually and in groups, using various teaching methods such as lectures, discussions, and demonstrations.
- Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects, and communicate those objectives to students.
- Assign class work and homework.
- Read books to entire classes or small groups
- Administer tests and assignments to evaluate students' progress.
- Prepare students for later grades by encouraging them to explore learning opportunities and to persevere with challenging tasks.
- Guide and counsel students with adjustment and/or academic problems, or special academic interests.
- Enforce administration policies and rules governing students.
- Use computers, audiovisual aids, and other equipment and materials to supplement presentations.
- Prepare reports on students and activities as required by the administration.
- Instruct and monitor students in the use and care of equipment and materials, in order to prevent injuries and damage.
- Lead activities designed to promote physical, mental and social development, such as games, arts and crafts, music, and storytelling.
- Supervise class projects, visits by guest speakers or other experiential activities, and guide students in learning from those activities.
- Administer standardized ability and achievement tests.
- Perform administrative duties such as assisting in school libraries, hall and cafeteria monitoring, and bus loading and unloading.
- Provide disabled students with assistive devices, supportive technology, and assistance accessing facilities such as restrooms.
- Prepare and supervise students for Mass as well as other sacramental preparation.
Working Conditions and Physical Requirements: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
- Must have the ability to sit and stand for extended periods.
- Must be able to perform all the technological requirements of classroom management.
- Must be able to hear and understand speech at normal classroom levels and in an outdoor environment.
- Must be able to speak in audible tones so that others may understand clearly in both a normal classroom environment and in an outdoor setting.
- Must have the physical ability to lift up to 25 pounds.
- Must be able to bend, stoop, climb stairs, and reach overhead.
Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Duties are normally performed in a school/classroom environment. Duties may be occasionally performed on field trips away from school. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and/or Abilities Required):
- Must possess a Bachelor’s degree or higher, preferably in special education, early education, or a related field.
- An instructional certification and previous experience in an instructional support teaching position are preferred.
- Must possess the ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
- Must possess the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff, parents, and the community.
- Must comply with PA State clearance requirements.
- Must be willing to respect the Catholic Church and follow our basic morality guidelines.
