Job Details
About the Employer
Located in the beautiful hills of Contra Costa County, the communities of Canyon, Moraga, Lafayette, Orinda and Walnut Creek are within the Acalanes Union High School District attendance area. We serve students in grades 9-12 and have an extensive adult education program. The area is ethnically, culturally and politically diverse with each of our four communities having a strong local identity that fosters positive interactions among adults and students. The District is committed to preparing students to become productive participants in a diverse, multicultural, democratic society. We demonstrate high expectations for all students and ensure warm, supportive atmospheres in our classrooms. Our staff has a deep commitment to equity in our practices, curriculum and school climates. Students leave AUHSD empowered with the knowledge and commitment necessary to confront the challenges of our changing world and the leadership skills to make a difference.
Non-Discrimination Policy:
Acalanes Union High School District programs, activities, and practices shall be free from discrimination, intimidation, harassment, and bullying based on actual or perceived race, color, ancestry, national origin, ethnic group identification, age, religion, marital, parental or family status, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, or gender expression; or on the basis of a person's association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics.
Title IX Coordinator and 504 Coordinator: Associate Superintendent of Administrative Services. Contact information: ...@auhsdschools.org
Title II Coordinator: Associate Superintendent of Educational Services. Contact Information: ...@auhsdschools.org
Job Description / Essential Elements:
JOB DESCRIPTON: SUBSTITUTE TEACHER
BASIC FUNCTION:
Under the direction of an administrator, in the absence of the classroom teacher, provide instruction, encourage student progress and manage the learning environment. Demonstrate professional practices in teaching using the course of study and lesson plan provided by the regular classroom teacher.
REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
Implements lessons plans, while ensuring the integrity of the academic time and in a matter which motivates students to learn and participate.
Collects homework and student assignments as directed for the regular classroom teacher.
Maintains and respects confidentiality of student and school personnel information
Maintains a discipline and classroom control that fosters a safe and positive environment for all students and staff.
Reports all student injuries, accidents and illnesses to the proper school administrators immediately or as soon as possible.
Follows directives from school administrators.
Reports to the Main Office upon arrival at school, meets with the school administrative assistant, checks mailbox of absent teacher for lesson plans and materials; requests clarification of school rules and district policies, if necessary.
Returns the room keys to the school administrative assistant and instructional materials and equipment to the proper place.
Determines if his/her services will be required for substation through substitute system.
OTHER DUTIES:
Perform related duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:
KNOWLEDGE OF:
Safe practices in classroom activities.
Basic instructional methods and techniques.
Classroom procedures and appropriate student conduct.
Operation of standard office and classroom equipment including a computer and assigned software.
Oral and written communication skills.
Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary.
Record-keeping and filing techniques.
ABILITY TO:
Implement a lesson plan to high school students.
Assist in the preparation of instructional materials and implementation of instructional activities.
Perform a variety of clerical duties including typing, filing and duplicating materials.
Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Monitor, observe and report student behavior and progress according to approved policies and procedures.
Understand and relate to high school students.
Observe health and safety regulations.
Maintain records and files.
Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
Operate standard office and classroom equipment including a computer and assigned software.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor's Degree in any subject.
Possession of CBEST
Prior experience working with secondary school (Grade 7-12) students desired.
LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Holds or has the ability to obtain a California Single Subject or Multiple Subjects Teaching Credential or a 30-Day Emergency Substitute Permit.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
ENVIRONMENT:
Classroom and outdoor environment.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard.
Hearing and speaking to exchange information in person and on the telephone.
Bending at the waist, kneeling or crouching.
Reaching overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally.
Sitting or standing for extended periods of time.
Seeing to read a variety of materials.
Lifting and moving offices supplies and boxes.
Lifting and carrying students as assigned by the position.
**The Education Code requires that a criminal background check be conducted on all persons prior to employment by a school district to ascertain whether the applicant has been arrested or convicted of any crime. Conviction of certain crimes designated as a "violent felony" or a "serious felony" may disqualify a person from employment.
Requirements / Qualifications
Application - See link
Two letters of reference
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Cover letter
Bachelor's Degree in any subject.
(Temporarily waived) Possession of CBEST.
Holds or has the ability to obtain a California Single Subject or Multiple Subjects Teaching Credential or a 30-Day Emergency Substitute Permit.
Prior experience working with secondary school (Grade 7-12) students desired.