Job Description
Position Type:
Elementary School Teaching
Date Posted:
2/20/2025
Location:
Pembroke Comm. Consolidated School District #259
(High-Needs School)
District:
Pembroke CCSD #259
SUPERVISOR: Building Principal
LOCATION: Lorenzo R Smith School, 4120 S. Wheeler Rd, Pembroke Township, IL
Union/Non-Union: Non-Union
FLSA Status:
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Substitute Teacher is responsible for providing instruction, managing the classroom environment and promoting student learning in the absence of the regular classroom teacher. Under the general supervision of the school principal and performs related duties as assigned.
ESSENTIAL FUNTIONS:
• Follows existing lesson plans to provide instruction to assigned students,
• Responsible for establishing positive learning expectation standards for all pupils,
• Applying contemporary principles of learning theory and teaching methodology, drawing from the range of instructional materials available in the school,
• Establishes and maintains reasonable rules of conduct within the classroom and on school grounds, including, but not limited to, playgrounds, corridors, and lunchrooms, consistent with the provisions of the Chicago Public Schools' Uniform Discipline Code;
• Maintains accurate attendance records and seating charts;
• Encourages student growth in self-discipline and positive self-concept; ensures fairness in teacher-pupil relationships and exhibits an understanding and respect for students;
• May coordinate and attend class field trips; may work in extracurricular and after-school activities;
• Utilizes appropriate resources available in the school.
ADDITIONAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
• Must have a strong desire and commitment to rural education.
• Knowledge of subject matter consistent with state certification requirements, knowledge of contemporary principles and practices of teaching, knowledge of classroom and behavior management techniques.
• Ability to modify instruction to meet student needs, ability to cooperate with the school faculty and administration in the development and implementation of an articulated program of instruction, ability to work effectively with pupils, parents and guardians, staff members, and community representatives in providing an appropriate educational program; ability to understand the physical, intellectual, social, and emotional patterns of pupils.
• Skill in the application of contemporary principles and practices of teaching, good oral and written communication skills, good interpersonal skills, skill in exercising sound and professional judgment.
QUALIFICATIONS:
• Required to provide proof of either a Professional Educator License or Substitute Teaching License issued by the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE).
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: This is an at-will on call position.
Day to day substitutes are compensated at $115 per day; after 20 days, compensation increases to $185 per day. Retired Teachers are compensated at $225 per day.
Elementary School Teaching
Date Posted:
2/20/2025
Location:
Pembroke Comm. Consolidated School District #259
(High-Needs School)
District:
Pembroke CCSD #259
SUPERVISOR: Building Principal
LOCATION: Lorenzo R Smith School, 4120 S. Wheeler Rd, Pembroke Township, IL
Union/Non-Union: Non-Union
FLSA Status:
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Substitute Teacher is responsible for providing instruction, managing the classroom environment and promoting student learning in the absence of the regular classroom teacher. Under the general supervision of the school principal and performs related duties as assigned.
ESSENTIAL FUNTIONS:
• Follows existing lesson plans to provide instruction to assigned students,
• Responsible for establishing positive learning expectation standards for all pupils,
• Applying contemporary principles of learning theory and teaching methodology, drawing from the range of instructional materials available in the school,
• Establishes and maintains reasonable rules of conduct within the classroom and on school grounds, including, but not limited to, playgrounds, corridors, and lunchrooms, consistent with the provisions of the Chicago Public Schools' Uniform Discipline Code;
• Maintains accurate attendance records and seating charts;
• Encourages student growth in self-discipline and positive self-concept; ensures fairness in teacher-pupil relationships and exhibits an understanding and respect for students;
• May coordinate and attend class field trips; may work in extracurricular and after-school activities;
• Utilizes appropriate resources available in the school.
ADDITIONAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
• Must have a strong desire and commitment to rural education.
• Knowledge of subject matter consistent with state certification requirements, knowledge of contemporary principles and practices of teaching, knowledge of classroom and behavior management techniques.
• Ability to modify instruction to meet student needs, ability to cooperate with the school faculty and administration in the development and implementation of an articulated program of instruction, ability to work effectively with pupils, parents and guardians, staff members, and community representatives in providing an appropriate educational program; ability to understand the physical, intellectual, social, and emotional patterns of pupils.
• Skill in the application of contemporary principles and practices of teaching, good oral and written communication skills, good interpersonal skills, skill in exercising sound and professional judgment.
QUALIFICATIONS:
• Required to provide proof of either a Professional Educator License or Substitute Teaching License issued by the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE).
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: This is an at-will on call position.
Day to day substitutes are compensated at $115 per day; after 20 days, compensation increases to $185 per day. Retired Teachers are compensated at $225 per day.
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