Substitute Teacher

Sunshine Cottage School for Deaf Children / Job Description

Job Title: Substitute Teacher

Position Status: Non-Exempt

Specifics for Substitute Teacher:

• Workdays are on an “as needed” basis, Monday through Friday.
• Valid ID required with background check.
• Hours are part-time - 7:30 am to 3:30 pm, no over-time.
• Must be enthusiastic with a happy disposition.
• Students must be picked up from their designated area (Gym, Commons or Hallway) at 7:30 am.
• Work Attire is Business Casual; Friday’s are designated Jean Days.

Job Description:

• Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
• Under direction from the teacher, prepare worksheets and/or homework.
• Under direction from the teacher, correct classwork and homework and turn over to classroom teacher for evaluation.
• Assume responsibility for playground/gym activities during morning, noon, and/or afternoon recess periods.
• As required, assist children with special needs, i.e.: diaper changing; toilet training, and other needs.
• Review with children materials previously introduced by the classroom teacher.
• Provide one on one and/or small group tutorial services on specific topics as directed by teacher.
• Supervise the lunchroom / quiet time as needed. Conduct language and vocabulary development conversations whenever possible.
• Prepare visual aid and/or arts and crafts materials.
• Assume the operation of classroom “learning centers” where a variety of academic based activities are supervised while the classroom teacher does tutorial or small group speech, language or reading activities.
• Operate audio visual aids and equipment. Utilize available technology, (i.e. copier, computers, smart boards, FM systems, etc.).

Qualifications:

• To perform this job successfully, individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Must have a good disposition, be prompt and reliable.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Education and/or Experience:

• Minimum High School Diploma or GED.
• Experience working with a licensed day care facility or other substitute positions in public or private schools.

Language Skills:

• Must have good enunciation and communicate effectively with both teachers and students alike.
• Bilingual preferred.

Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands or fingers to handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk; hear and have good vision. The employee must regularly lift and/or move 0-40 lbs.

If interested, please go to and download our application and send the completed application to [email protected].

Our Mission: Sunshine Cottage School for Deaf Children promotes early identification and intervention for children who are deaf or hard of hearing and helps them develop their maximum potential through listening, spoken language and literacy. Our Core Beliefs: We believe that children who are deaf or hard of hearing can learn to listen and talk if early identification, appropriate amplifications, and intervention take place. We follow the Early Hearing Detection and Intervention 1-3-6 model. We believe that all children can learn in a stimulating environment led and encouraged by educated, dedicated teaching staff. We believe that the participation of parents and their partnership with the school are critical to the success of the child.The following comprehensive educational programs and support services are available for children who are deaf or hard of hearing:Newborn Hearing Evaluation Center: Diagnostic hearing evaluations from birth through 6 months oldParent-Infant Program: Birth to three years of ageEarly Childhood and Elementary Programs: Three years old through fifth gradeAudiology: Identification, fitting and management of hearing technologySpeech-Language Therapy: Comprehensive therapy provided for students