Substitute Teacher K-12 & Special Education

Job Description / Essential Elements CLASSROOM TEACHER ADMINISTRATIVE RELATIONSHIP Directly responsible to school principal or designee. MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Provide planned instruction in each subject assigned to teach.
2. Follow course of study specified in state law and school district regulations.
3. Provide learning experiences to encourage maximum growth for each student.
4. Select and use appropriate materials available in the district for students and subjects assigned.
5. Evaluate pupils’ academic and social growth, keep appropriate records and communicate with parents and staff on the individual pupil’s progress.
6. Identify pupil needs and consult with other professional staff records, in assessing and helping pupils solve health, behavioral, and learning problems.
7. Maintain basic student records as required.
8. Attend and participate in faculty meetings.
9. Maintain professional competence through participation in inservice education activities provided by the district and/or self-selected professional growth activities.
10. Maintain professional relationships with students, with colleagues, and between school and home.

RESPONSIBILITIES

FOR MANAGEMENT OF LEARNING ENVIRONMENT AND CONTROL

1. Establish a standard of classroom control that allows effective learning to take place.
2. Promote a classroom environment that is conducive to the growth of student responsibility and self-control.
3. Encourage an atmosphere that stimulates inquiry, self-expression, and individual growth.

RESPONSIBILITIES

FOR OTHER DUTIES

1. Share equally, insofar as possible, in the supervision of pupils in out-of-classroom activities during the working day.
2. Share equally, insofar as possible, in faculty responsibilities during the working day.
3. Share in the supervision and/or sponsorship of student activities in terms of teacher interests and school needs.
4. Participate in curriculum and other developmental programs within the school of assignment and/or on a district level.
5. Perform business services as required.
6. Participate in community-school relations.

Requirements

/ Qualifications Bachelor's Degree Required Must hold one of the following valid California credentials or permits: - 30-Day Substitute Teaching Permit

• Multiple Subject or Single Subject Teaching Credential (any subject area)
• Education Specialist Credential in Mild/Moderate, Moderate/Severe, or ECSE All credentials must include CLAD or English Learner Authorization Basic Skills Requirement must be met through one of the following:
• CBEST, or
• Another approved method outlined by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CTC)
• Completion of a bachelor's degree or higher may satisfy this requirement depending on coursework. Bachelor’s Degree: A transcript confirming the conferral of your bachelor's degree is required.PLEASE NOTE
• ALL SUBMITTED DOCUMENTS REQUIRE ORIGINAL INK SIGNATURES (NO E-SIGNATURES ACCEPTED). Credential Copy (Credential OR 30-Day Substitute Teaching Permit OR BA/MA Transcripts) Letter of Introduction (Letter of Introduction must be dated and signed with original ink signature (NO e-signatures accepted).) Letter(s) of Recommendation (Two letters of recommendation written within the last year with original ink signature required (NO e-signatures accepted). ) Resume Test Results/Materials (Basic Skills Requirement (BA/MA transcripts acceptable)) Comments and Other Information Torrance Unified School District will not accept attachments via fax, walk-in, or email. If you are having difficulties adding attachments to your application or have any other questions, please contact the EdJoin help desk at (888) 900-8945 for assistance. Due to the high volume of applications received, only fully completed applications at the time of submission will be considered. Additionally, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted with details regarding the interview process. Please note: This job posting is subject to change or closure at any time without prior notice. The Torrance Unified School District is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action / American Disabilities Act Employer and does not engage in any employment practice that discriminates against an employee or applicant on the basis of race (including hairstyle/texture), color, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, medical condition or physical or mental disability.