Substitute Teachers: Part Time (As Needed)
Job Summary:
Provide educational and therapeutic programming and instruction to students in a school setting adhering to the curriculum and lesson plans assigned by the regular teacher. Ability to accept assignments on a flexible schedule and substitute on a short notice.
Essential Functions of the Position:
1. Follow lesson plans provided by the regular teacher to create a cohesive and consistent learning experience for students.
2. Maintain effective classroom management utilizing positive behavioral support in accordance with applicable regulations.
3. Makes the absent teacher or Education Director aware of special situations or
problems encountered.
4 Implement and comply with Individualized Education Plans when applicable, providing continuity of instruction by preparing and utilizing daily lesson plans, acknowledging individual student abilities and skill levels, and ensuring students are working toward home school graduation requirements.
5. Assist administration in the implementation of policies and rules governing student life and conduct and maintaining order in the classroom in a fair and just manner.
6. Facilitate/transition students through daily school routines, being alert to safety issues and ensuring proper supervision of students throughout the school day.
7. Respond to student behavioral needs by utilizing hierarchy of interventions, consistently enforcing classroom and agency rules and policies and demonstrating safe physical management techniques when necessary.
8. Maintain student files and complete all required documentation accurately.
9. Provide therapeutic and developmental counseling in behavioral, social, and interpersonal skill building.
10. Attend and participate in educational meeting and act as a liaison between Bethesda Lutheran Services, school districts, families, and affiliated agencies, if needed.
11. For long-term substitutes: develop lesson plans and assignments consistent with the regular teacher’s past lesson plans.
Required Knowledge, Skill, and Abilities
1. Knowledge of Pennsylvania Education and Special Education regulations.
2. Knowledge of developmental psychology and adolescent behavior.
3. Superior interpersonal skills and ability to develop and maintain relationships on a professional level.
4. Ability to de-escalate an emotionally charged or potentially violent situation using the least restrictive method possible
5 Demonstrated ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality.
6. Ability to make effective decisions considering all viable options and outcomes.
7. Excellent organizational, written, and verbal communication skills.
8. Ability to maintain records and other documents efficiently.
9. Basic knowledge of office equipment including printer, fax machine, and copier.
Required Education, Experience, and Clearances:
1. Bachelor Degree in Education, Special Education or related field.
2. Possess certificate in teaching or substitute teaching.
3. Experience working with at risk adolescents within an educational setting preferred.
4. FBI, Child Abuse History, PA State Police, and Driver Clearances. Other clearances may be required dependent on residency status.
Pay:
$18 per hour - Part Time as needed
Please fill out an application below by clicking - Fill out an Application below, then email the signed PDF to our Human Resources Department at human.resources@bethesda1919.org. You can also obtain an application by stopping by our Meadville Campus at 15487 State Hwy 86, Meadville PA 16335.
