2026-2027 Building Substitute Teacher Pool (Middle/High School)

POSITION TITLE: Building Substitute Teacher
CAMPUS/DEPT: Campus SUPERVISOR: Principal/ Designee
SUPERVISES: N/A
STATUS & SALARY/FUNDING: Full-Time, Non-Exempt, 10 Month Calendar, Per Ancillary Aide Salary Matrix
[ ] 100% funded by Federal Grants
[ ] 50% funded by Federal Grants
Positions 100% funded by federal grants are conditioned on the availability of full funding, and positions 50% funded by federal grants are partially conditioned on the availability of funding. Grant Program Assigned: _____________________
POSITION SUMMARY The Building Substitute Teacher (BST) provides instructional and campus-wide support to ensure continuity of learning and a safe, positive school environment. The primary responsibility of the BST is to serve as a classroom substitute teacher when the regular teacher is absent. In this role, the BST delivers instruction, facilitates learning activities, and supports students’ intellectual, emotional, physical, and social development. In addition, the BST supports campus operations as needed, including supervision during lunch, recess, arrival and dismissal, and assistance with clerical or school-wide duties.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Instruction & Classroom Management

Assume full instructional responsibility for the classroom in the absence of the regular teacher.

Implement lesson plans and instructional activities provided by the classroom teacher.

Guide students through independent study, enrichment activities, and remedial assignments.

Maintain an organized, respectful, and positive classroom environment conducive to learning.

Effectively manage classroom behavior and keep students engaged and on task.

Encourage students to meet and maintain appropriate behavioral and academic expectations.

Provide clear feedback and written notes for the regular classroom teacher regarding student progress, behavior, and completed work.
Student Supervision & Safety

Supervise students at all times to ensure safety and well-being.

Assist with student supervision during lunch, recess, arrival, dismissal, assemblies, drills, and field trips.

Operate and assist students with instructional equipment used in the classroom.

Report concerns, incidents, or pertinent information regarding individual students to the appropriate staff.

Assist administration in enforcing district and campus policies, procedures, and student conduct standards.
Professional Expectations

Maintain and improve professional competence.

Participate in district staff development as needed.

Attend staff meetings and serve on staff committees as needed.

Maintain a professional relationship with colleagues.

Establish and maintain open lines of communication with students, parents, and community members.

Maintain regular attendance.

Uphold professionalism, confidentiality, and ethical standards at all times.

Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS

Paraprofessional/Educational Aide certification, or 60 college semester hours, or minimum of 2 years as an instructional aide required, no exceptions; Associate’s degree preferred from an accredited college or university.

Experience working in a school setting with diverse student populations, parents, and other stakeholders.
OTHER POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Ability to adjust the eye to bring an object into focus; judge distance (close and distant); reach with arms extended and use hands to manipulate the keyboard, smart board and other classroom technology.

Ability to lift/carry up to 25 pounds, including but not limited to: books, paper and instructional materials/supplies.

This position requires frequent standing, walking, sitting, bending, kneeling and/or the ability to be mobile.

This position may require prolonged or irregular hours.

Maintain emotional control under stress.

Ability to travel throughout the district and city as needed by means of personal/private or public transportation in compliance with the state’s department of motor vehicle and/or public transportation laws.

Ability to communicate effectively in English both written and oral forms with all levels of management, both internal and external to the district.
EXPECTED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Ability to build and sustain positive, collaborative relationships both internally and externally

Ability to interpret laws, rules, and policies

Ability to plan and present information to a variety of audiences as needed

Ability to facilitate various size groups using facilitative leadership skills

Skills in written and oral communication (English), planning, and organization
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
I have carefully read and understand the contents of this position description. I understand the responsibilities, requirements and duties expected of me. I understand that this is not necessarily an exhaustive list of responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts or working conditions associated with the position. While this list is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, the employer reserves the right to revise the functions and duties of the position or to require that additional or different tasks be performed as directed by the employer. I understand that I may be required to work overtime, different shifts or hours outside the normally defined workday or workweek. I also understand that this position description does not constitute a contract of employment nor alter my status as an at-will employee. I have the right to terminate my employment at any time and for any reason, and the employer has a similar right. The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer . In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the employer will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages prospective employees and incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. This description describes the general responsibilities and requirements for the stated position and in no way is an exhaustive list. The Pro-Vision Academy maintains the right to assign or reassign responsibilities to this position at any time.