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Looking to substitute teach in a district where you can make a real impact on students’ lives and receive incredible professional growth opportunities? Then look no further. 

 

Being a substitute teacher in Albemarle Schools offer so many advantages! To name just a few: 

Albemarle County Public Schools is committed to providing all students the opportunity to learn from talented, diverse teachers who represent the many cultures and experiences of our community. We seek to hire educators who demonstrate the ability to work with culturally diverse students, and who see themselves as lifelong learners – always willing to learn new things to best meet the ever-changing needs of our students.

 

We are the first public school division in Virginia, and among the first in the country, to develop and implement an Anti-Racism policy with the expressed purpose of building school communities that share the responsibility to recognize and end racism, eliminate inequitable practices that result in achievement gaps, and support the unique gifts, talents, and interests of every child.

 

Be sure to check out our website to learn more about our Division and our Schools. 

 

Note: After you have completed the application, please wait for a follow-up email regarding your status and any next steps that may need to be taken.

 

 

Essential Functions:

 

The minimum performance expectations include, but are not limited to, the following actions:

  • Serves in the absence of the classroom teacher
  • Delivers the lesson plan created and left by the classroom teacher
  • Meets and instructs the students(s) in the locations and at the time designated;
  • Develops and maintains the physical environment of the classroom that is conducive to effective learning within the limits of resources provided by the system;
  • Prepares for classes assigned and shows evidence of preparation upon request of the immediate supervisor or absent teacher;
  • Encourages students to set and maintain high standards of classroom behavior;
  • Provides an effective program of instruction to include:
  • Instructional skills;
  • Knowledge of child growth and development;
  • Knowledge and use of materials and resources in accordance with the adopted curriculum and consistent with the physical limitations of the location provided;
  • Demonstrates mastery of content area;
  • Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities;
  • Maintains and upholds school and county policies and procedures;
  • Maintains records as required by law, system policy, and administrative regulations;
  • Assists in upholding and enforcing school rules and administrative regulations.
  • Makes provision for being available to students and parents for education-related purposes within contractual commitments;
  • Cooperates with other members of the staff in planning instructional goals, objectives, and methods;
  • Assists in the selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials;
  • Works to establish and maintain open lines of communication with students, parents, and colleagues concerning both the academic and behavioral progress of all students;
  • Establishes and maintains cooperative professional relations with others;
  • Performs related duties as assigned by the administration in accordance with the school/system policies and practices.
 
Education and Experience:

Candidates must hold a high school diploma or equivalent.  Priority given to candidates who have prior teaching experience and are elgible for a Virginia Teaching License.  For long-term substitute positions, you must hold a teaching certification in the relevant subject/grade level. 

Physical Conditions and Nature of Work Contacts:

Duties performed typically in school settings to include: classroom; gym, cafeteria; auditorium; and recreational areas. Frequent walking, standing, light lifting, up to 40 pounds, and other limited physical activities are required. Occasional travel with students on field trips may be necessary. Occasional movement of students by wheelchairs and other mechanical devices may be required. Regular Instruction to special needs children may be necessary. Occasional lifting of equipment such as audio-visuals weighing up to 50 pounds may be required. Daily personal and close contact with children to provide classroom management and learning environment support is required. Regular contact with other staff members, and parents is required. Occasional contact with medical professionals may be required. Frequent contact with parents by phone and in person is necessary.