Substitute Teacher

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: Chief of Academic Programming

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.

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.

• 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: 

• Substitute Teacher $135.00 per day
• Long Term Requirements: $180 per day
  • An assignment is considered “Long Term” when a substitute works in the same assignment for 20 consecutive days.
  • ALL of the following criteria must be met:
    • 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: 

 Hourly, Temporary

*open until filled*