R Long Term Substitute Teacher - Title 1 and Interventionist ELA

This is a temporary assignment to cover for a leave of absence.

JOB GOAL: To create and sustain a flexible primary program and a classroom environment favorable to learning and personal growth of pupils; to establish effective rapport with pupils; to motivate pupils to develop skills, attitudes and knowledge; and to evaluate their educational foundations in accordance with each child's ability.

QUALIFICATIONS: * Possess appropriate certification and degree(s). * Has a knowledge of children based on both formal learning and/or practical experience.

REPORTS TO: Principal PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES: Understands Child Growth and Development * Maintains responsibility for relating teaching methods and materials to the growth and development of primary age children.

* Considers the interest level and attention span of children in all activities.

* Recognizes symptoms of vastly superior and inferior pupil performance and seeks appropriate referrals.

* Demonstrates the use of vocabulary appropriate to children of the primary grades.

* Uses known physical, mental, social and emotional traits as a basis for learning.

* Displays initiative and creativity in providing learning activities.

Planning Evaluating Student Learning * Plan for a long-range and short-range instruct oral program consistent with school/system curriculum.

* Long-range units to be covered for the year, approximate time frame for general outcome (goal) for each unit.

* Short-range objective(s) for present unit, weekly plan of objectives and activities.

* Develops a one day lesson plan for substitute (activities/skills). * Diagnoses learning needs of students using appropriate instruments.

* Utilizes appropriate teacher made tests to match objectives.

* Uses results of unit assessments to continue or modify learning activities and teacher plans.

* Maintains cognizance of system time allotments for subjects.

* Insures that clear and timely objective interpretations are offered to parents and students on their progress.

* Keeps appropriate records, administers and uses standardized tests, and prepares progress reports.

Classroom Management * Organizes the physical environment to provide for basic comfort, health and safety of children.

* Establishes positive and consistent standards of behavior which reflect an understanding of primary-age children.

* Conducts the routine and clerical chores with efficiency, accuracy and promptness.

* Uses good planning and student motivation as management tools.

* Solicits appropriately, the help of parent(s) resource staff and principal as aids to classroom management.

* Uses the instructional program, when appropriate, to encourage citizenship and responsibility.

* Manages class time efficiently.

Interpersonal Relationships * Demonstrates and reinforces mutual respect among students.

* Uses positive reinforcement and encouragement with students.

* Cooperates with fellow teachers, administrators and other staff to maintain a positive school and system climate.

* Listens and respects the opinions of other staff.

* Communicates effectively with staff and parents.

* Fosters tolerance and understanding of ethnic, cultural, racial and religious differences.

Professional Responsibilities * Participates in curriculum development or review.

* Improves and maintains professional competence through in-service, formal course work and readings.

* Shares ideas, materials, and methods with colleagues.

* Protects confidentiality of information about pupils.

* Utilizes prescribed district and association channels for solving problems or grievances in a constructive manner.

* Uses oral and written English correctly in the exercise of the professional assignment.

* Accepts, considers and uses suggestions and criticisms in a responsive manner.

* Cooperates in the development and support of school and system policies.

Personal * Sets a strong example of good hygiene, manners and self-control.

* Displays a personal interest in students as individuals.

* Maintains good humor, enthusiasm, initiative and integrity with students, staff and parents.

* Cooperates with administrators, staff members, parents and pupils in developing and supporting school activities.

Other duties as assigned by the Principal.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Long Term Substitute Position from August 2025-November 2025.

SALARY: Per BTA Contract Barnstable Public Schools is an EOE and strongly encourages minority candidates to apply.

Posted until filled Reposted from 6/23/25