Job GoalSubstitute Teachers will need to execute lesson plans left by the absent teacher create and maintain a respectful and fair classroom culture that fosters safe and productive learning remotely andor in person. Substitute Teachers will monitor observe and report student behavior according to school policies and procedures remotely andor in person.QualificationsCandidate must be at least 18 years of ageEducation equivalent to graduation from an accredited high school or General Education Certificate GEDTerms of EmploymentAssuming you are available for substitute teacher assignments our need for Substitutes will vary from day-to-day and week-to-week and as such we cannot guarantee work each day. Employment in this regard is therefore not applicable under the provisions of chapter 71 Section 41 of the Massachusetts General Laws pertaining to tenure of teachers and school nurses.In any event I can provide you with reasonable assurance of employment as an Intermittent Substitute Teacher during the forthcoming year.September – June Available assignments are based on a scheduled school yearLocation District Wide150 per day workedUnion Status Non-UnionResponsibilities and TasksMaintain and respect confidentiality of student and school personnel informationMaintain discipline and classroom control that fosters a safe and positive environment for all students and staff in accordance with school policiesEnsure the adequate supervision to assure health welfare and safety of all studentsTake all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students equipment materials and facilitiesReport to Principal of the school upon arrival and departure at school if in personCheck in Frontline under substitute notes for link to lessons for the day if remote andor in personReview lesson plans materials andor instructions left by absent teacherReport student injuries accidents illnesses or discipline problems to the school principal immediately or as soon as is reasonably possibleImplement lesson plans while ensuring the integrity of academic time and in a manner in which motivates students to learn and participateOrganize students for effective instructionDismiss all students from the classroom before leaving the building if in personEnsure that all students leave the zoomgoogle site before leaving the online classroomComply with and support school and division regulations and policiesModel non-discriminatory practices in all activitiesPerform other related duties as assigned by building administrators in accordance with school policies and practices.Knowledge Skills and AbilitiesExperience in google classroom or zoom platformsExperience in delivering lessons onlineExperience monitoring students onlineExperience teaching or working with school age childrenTeaching capabilities in all subject areasExcellent communication and organizational skillsThe ability to maintain effective classroom management strategiesThe ability to follow oral and written directionsThe ability to address the various learning styles of studentsThe ability to implement strategies activities and techniques for promoting quality student performance in both academic and social behavior based on students prior knowledge and experienceThe ability to effectively contribute to and manage an individual program plan for students with special needsThe ability to create and maintain a climate of respect and fairness for all studentsThe ability to demonstrate fair and ethical judgmentsThe ability to apply appropriate consequences for inappropriate student behaviorThe ability to display problem solving cooperative negotiating skills and conflict resolution strategiesThe ability to use classroom instructional time appropriately and wiselyPosition Reports To School Building Principal and the Substitute Teacher CoordinatorThe Somerville Public School does not discriminate in its programs facilities or employment of educational opportunities on the basis of race color age religion disability pregnancy home status maritalcivil union status sexgender gender identity sexual orientation citizenship status place of birth national origin ancestry cultural identity genetics or military status and does not tolerate any form of retaliation or bias-based intimidation threat or harassment that demeans individuals group or interferes with their ability to learn or work.