About this role
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School Year: 2026 - 2027 School Year
Location: Eagle Mountain
Job Summary:
The Substitute Teacher provides instructional and classroom support when a teacher or instructor is absent. Substitute Teachers may be called in advance or, when unexpected absences occur, on the same day coverage is needed.
Substitute Teachers typically serve as a Class Instructor or Teachers Aide rather than taking over the responsibilities of a homeroom teacher. The role includes providing small-group instruction, supporting classroom routines, and supervising students throughout the school day. Direct Instruction training is required and will be given.
Duties & Responsibilities:
The position includes but is not limited to the following list of representative duties:
- Provide reading, math, and spelling instruction using Direct Instruction programs.
- Review lesson plans and prepare instructional materials as needed.
- Follow lesson plans, teacher instructions, and established classroom procedures.
- Maintain classroom management and student behavior expectations.
- Supervise students during lunch, recess, transitions, and other assigned activities.
- Maintain a safe, structured, and engaging learning environment.
- Maintain required student data and records.
- Communicate student concerns or classroom issues to the appropriate staff member.
- Collaborate with teachers, instructors, and campus staff to support student learning.
- Assist with DIBELS benchmark assessments for grades K–6 during designated assessment periods in September, January, and May, when not assigned to classroom coverage.
- Attend required training and meetings.
- Support substitute coverage needs across campuses as needed.
- Other duties as assigned.
Schedule:
- Varies based on need and campus
Benefits:
- This position receives no benefits
Qualifications
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Energetic, enthusiastic, and committed to student success.
- Dependable and willing to work at least 4 days per month while school is in session.
- Flexible and able to respond to both planned and same-day substitute needs.
- Organized and able to prepare quickly for changing classroom assignments.
- Able to work independently and follow lesson plans, instructions, and established procedures.
- Able to work well in a teamwork environment and support teachers, instructors, and campus staff.
- Willing to ask questions, seek clarification, and accept constructive feedback.
- Positive, professional, and calm when working in a changing or unexpected environment.
- Willing to take initiative and step in where support is needed.
- Willing to learn and consistently apply Direct Instruction programs, classroom procedures, and school expectations.
- Committed to maintaining a safe, structured, and engaging learning environment.
- Willing to travel between campuses as needed.