Elementary Substitute Teacher
Community Roots Academy, Laguna Niguel, CA, United States
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Community Roots Academy’s (CRA) mission is to be a premier project-based school where children are deliberately taught to see the connections between their formal education and the world. Collaboration, creativity, adaptability, reflection and evaluation are embedded in CRA philosophy, governance, curriculum and daily operations. Our educators collaborate with community-based organizations to create learning experiences that build efficacy, confidence, empathy, a sense of purpose, and connections to the real world. CRA is a place to learn about whom we are and empowers us to grow into the individuals we aspire to be.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Under direction, provides large and small group instruction during the regular teacher’s absence
Develops classroom lesson plans or follows lesson plans provided by the teacher
Maintains standard pupil behavior and provides an orderly learning environment
May be asked to grade papers, correct assignments and check homework depending upon the length of the assignment
Performs other related duties as assigned, including playground supervision, passing duty, other additional classroom support as assigned by the director
Provides learning experiences and teaches the lessons of study provided by the classroom teacher or administrator
Develops and uses instructional materials suitable for verbal and/or visual instruction of students with wide range of mental, physical, and emotional maturity
Provides individual and group instruction designed to meet individual needs and motivate students
Establishes and maintains standards of student control required to achieve effective participation in all activities
Provides appropriate instruction and activities for students to meet school policies goals and objectives
Follows school protocols and procedures
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor's degree including all courses to meet credential requirements
Student teaching, internship, or other teaching experience
REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONS:
Possession of a valid California teaching credential with CLAD/BCLAD authorizing service at the elementary or secondary level preferred; or valid emergency 30 Day Substitute Teaching Permit based on the baccalaureate degree and CBEST (California Basic Education Skills Test)
Must pass fingerprint clearance and TB test
Must complete required training upon hire: CPR, First Aid, Mandated Reporter, and Sexual Harassment
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
Active listening
Communication & collaboration
Adaptability & Creativity
Time management
Computer literacy
Conflict resolution
Classroom management
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form
WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an individual encounter while performing the essential functions of this job
While performing the duties of this job, the individual occasionally works in outside weather conditions
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate
Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, talk, hear, operate a computer, hand‑held learning devices and other office equipment, reach with hands and arms, and must occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds
Regularly required to speak in audible tones so that others may understand clearly
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS:
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
BENEFITS:
Paid sick leave
Paid personal leave
Medical/dental/vision coverage
Employer paid life insurance
403(b) retirement
Induction program reimbursement and mentor
Before and after school child‑care
Work Hours: 7:30 am – 4:00 pm (on call – must be available at least once a month)
Employment Type: Half‑day, daily, long‑term
Length of Work Year: as needed
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Community Roots Academy is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, or any other legally protected status.
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Community Roots Academy’s (CRA) mission is to be a premier project-based school where children are deliberately taught to see the connections between their formal education and the world. Collaboration, creativity, adaptability, reflection and evaluation are embedded in CRA philosophy, governance, curriculum and daily operations. Our educators collaborate with community-based organizations to create learning experiences that build efficacy, confidence, empathy, a sense of purpose, and connections to the real world. CRA is a place to learn about whom we are and empowers us to grow into the individuals we aspire to be.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Under direction, provides large and small group instruction during the regular teacher’s absence
Develops classroom lesson plans or follows lesson plans provided by the teacher
Maintains standard pupil behavior and provides an orderly learning environment
May be asked to grade papers, correct assignments and check homework depending upon the length of the assignment
Performs other related duties as assigned, including playground supervision, passing duty, other additional classroom support as assigned by the director
Provides learning experiences and teaches the lessons of study provided by the classroom teacher or administrator
Develops and uses instructional materials suitable for verbal and/or visual instruction of students with wide range of mental, physical, and emotional maturity
Provides individual and group instruction designed to meet individual needs and motivate students
Establishes and maintains standards of student control required to achieve effective participation in all activities
Provides appropriate instruction and activities for students to meet school policies goals and objectives
Follows school protocols and procedures
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor's degree including all courses to meet credential requirements
Student teaching, internship, or other teaching experience
REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONS:
Possession of a valid California teaching credential with CLAD/BCLAD authorizing service at the elementary or secondary level preferred; or valid emergency 30 Day Substitute Teaching Permit based on the baccalaureate degree and CBEST (California Basic Education Skills Test)
Must pass fingerprint clearance and TB test
Must complete required training upon hire: CPR, First Aid, Mandated Reporter, and Sexual Harassment
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
Active listening
Communication & collaboration
Adaptability & Creativity
Time management
Computer literacy
Conflict resolution
Classroom management
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form
WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an individual encounter while performing the essential functions of this job
While performing the duties of this job, the individual occasionally works in outside weather conditions
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate
Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, talk, hear, operate a computer, hand‑held learning devices and other office equipment, reach with hands and arms, and must occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds
Regularly required to speak in audible tones so that others may understand clearly
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS:
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
BENEFITS:
Paid sick leave
Paid personal leave
Medical/dental/vision coverage
Employer paid life insurance
403(b) retirement
Induction program reimbursement and mentor
Before and after school child‑care
Work Hours: 7:30 am – 4:00 pm (on call – must be available at least once a month)
Employment Type: Half‑day, daily, long‑term
Length of Work Year: as needed
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Community Roots Academy is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, or any other legally protected status.
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