Flexible Building Based Sub - Bryan, Texas
An ESS building-based substitute is assigned to a single school building (or nearby campus if needed) for the duration of their assignment. This person reports to the same school each day to cover daily or long-term classroom assignments as scheduled by the building administrator. This will include covering for absent teachers, school aides, and any other position that the school may need. Becoming a building-based substitute is the perfect position for an educator who enjoys forming long-term relationships with students and staff.
Key Responsibilities
Report to office upon arrival at school; check mailbox of absent school employee for materials requiring immediate attention; request clarification of school rules and procedures, if necessary
Organize students for effective instruction
Implement lesson plans, while ensuring the integrity of academic time and in a manner, which motivates students to learn and participate
Provide instructional reinforcement for individual students or small groups of students
Supervise students in the cafeteria, schoolyard, specials, hallways, and/or during before and after school programs
Attend to students' physical, personal, academic, and emotional needs
Support students with special needs by following provisions specified in their IEPs/504 Plans
Respect and maintain confidentiality of student and school personnel information
Ensure the adequate supervision to assure health, welfare, and safety of all students
Report all student injuries, accidents, illnesses, and discipline problems to the appropriate authority immediately or as soon as is reasonably possible
Perform other related duties as assigned by building administrator(s) in accordance with school/state policies and practices
Knowledge & Skills
Follow oral and written directions
Understand and follow lesson plans
Establish effective working relationships with staff and students
Set the proper tone from the beginning for classroom management
Flexible, friendly, and good at establishing quick rapport with students
Maintain a high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality when dealing with student, staff and/or parent information
Special Requirements
Candidate must attend an orientation/training session and complete required district and state credentialing requirements (Background check, Fingerprinting)
Regular instruction to special needs children may be necessary
Bachelor's Degree or higher is required
Physical Requirements
Perform duties typically in school settings to include: classrooms, gymnasium, cafeteria, auditorium, and recreational areas
Frequent walking, standing, stooping, lifting, up to approximately 30 pounds and occasional lifting of equipment may be required; other physical activities may be required
Vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels
Visual acuity is required for preparing and analyzing written or computer data, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities
Subject to inside and outside environmental conditions, noise, and hazards
Occasional movement of students by wheelchairs and other mechanical devices may be required
Daily personal and close contact with children to provide classroom management and learning environment support is required on assigned days
Regular contact with other staff members and building administrator(s) is required on assigned days as a substitute
Advantages of Being an ESS Building-Based Substitute
Health Benefits - Receive a variety of insurance options including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, critical illness, and accident
Weekly Pay & 401(k) - Gain fast access to your hard-earned wages and take advantage of the retirement through our tax-advantaged 401(k) plan
Training - Participate in our interactive training course and accessible online modules ensure you are well-prepared