Guest Teacher

This is an end of year position, funded through position exchange for the school year.
General Definition of Work

The Guest Teacher - Non-Certified, under moderate supervision, performs intermediate level work with limited decision-making discretion providing for a safe, orderly, and positive classroom environment in the absence of the regularly assigned teacher. The non-certified guest teacher will effectively manage the classroom and provide instruction for students based on teacher provided lesson plans, school provided lesson plans, or grade/department level created plans aligned to curriculum. This position is assigned at the building level for the entire school year and fills teacher absences as assigned by principal. The Guest Teacher - Non-Certified performs complex work to carry out Board of Education policies and procedures related to classroom instruction and student supervision under the direction of the principal.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Salary/Status

Guest Teacher, Non-Certified, JC 8991

Multi-Lingual (ML) Guest Teacher, Non-Certified, JC 8987 EC Guest Teacher, Non-Certified JC 8989

Monthly Rate: $3,535.00

Full-time Temporary /10 months with benefits

Reports To

Principal

Place of Work

The normal place of work is on the premises used by Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools. Charlotte- Mecklenburg Schools reserves the right to require you to work at such other place(s) as it may reasonably require from time to time.

Essential Functions

• Adhere to all state, federal, and local laws, policies, and procedures
• Study and follow the curriculum and lesson plan as provided by the absent teacher or the principal
• Effectively manage the classroom and provide instruction for students based on teacher provided lesson plans, school provided lesson plans, or grade/department level created plans aligned to curriculum
• Apply various teaching techniques (including interactive methods and game-based activities) to encourage participation and facilitate learning
• Prepare educational materials, such as notes, exercises and additional resources
• Assign classwork and homework
• Take attendance according to school policy
• Grade students' assignments and provide constructive feedback
• Report any incidents regarding students' behavior in and out of the classroom
• Report all student injuries, accidents, illnesses, or any breach of the district's Code of Student Conduct to the school administration as soon as possible
• Establish and maintain a safe and orderly learning environment
• Oversee school equipment and ensure students use it properly
• Participate in grade-level meetings, faculty meetings, student intervention teams and other committees normally assigned to the regular classroom teacher
• Complete local, state, or federal surveys and reports accurately and promptly
• Create an inclusive environment with positive communication
• Perform related work as assigned or required

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Knowledge of lesson plan development and implementation
• Ability to implement classroom management strategies
• Ability to work with student data
• Ability to maintain professional and emotional control under stress
• Ability to understand complex, multi-stepped written and oral instructions
• Ability to reflect appropriate response to situations, while maintaining a professional and personal demeanor
• Ability to learn and use specialized tools, equipment or software related to schools
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to reason, make judgments, and maintain effective working relationships
• Ability to employ positive communication skills in all settings/mediums
• Ability to problem-solve utilizing sound judgment
• Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding school system business
• Ability to take initiative, work independently, and exercise sound judgement

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree preferred
• Associate degree OR two years of higher education equivalent to 48 credit hours

OR Ability to pass a formal assessment (ACT Workkeys and 96 hours) required

• Equivalent combination of experience and education

Special Requirements

• Possess and maintain a valid Driver's License or ability to provide own transportation
• Travel to school district buildings and professional meetings
• Minimum age 21 years old

of Jobs 1.00

Term 10 Month

Additional Job Information

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