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Substitute Teacher - $130-$150 Daily (2019-2020)

Employer
Syracuse City School District
Location
Syracuse, NY, US
Salary
Competitive
Job Title
Substitute Teacher - $130-$150 Daily (2019-2020)

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District Name
Syracuse City School District

Posted on
Jul 09, 2019

Expiry Date
Until Filled

Job Description

Please note this posting is used for ongoing recruitment throughout the 2019-2020 school year, on an as-needed basis.

ABOUT OUR DISTRICT:

The Syracuse City School District is Building our Future by ensuring that all students have the opportunity to achieve at a high level. Teaching and learning are our core business and we know that education is essential to improve future life opportunities for our students. We also recognize that strong leaders and teachers together have a profound impact on student achievement. With this in mind, we are seeking educators who are ready to partner with us and our community in ensuring a bright future for all students. The Syracuse City School District represents 34 schools and 4 alternative education programs and serves over 21,000 students in grades Pre K-12. 78% of SCSD students qualify for free or reduced lunch price, and approximately 20% are served by the Office of Special Education. 77% of the students in the school district are students of color.

Apply your passion for urban education!

Substitute teaching in an urban district comes with many challenges and great rewards. Our substitutes say they are drawn by the diverse population and incredible potential of Syracuse students. At SCSD, you're part of a team that's all in for a big goal: becoming the most improved urban district in America.

Build a Rewarding Career!

We believe great substitute teachers deserve recognition and ways to advance into a career in education. Syracuse substitute teachers earn $130-$150 per day, depending on location (see "Compensation" below). Many of our substitutes continue to grow and develop in becoming certified teachers that are hired in Syracuse City Schools. Those certified in teaching will be considered for long-term substitute positions.

Job Overview

Substitute Teachers lead instruction in assigned classrooms in the absence of regular classroom teachers. Substitute Teachers are responsible for helping students build knowledge and skills according to teacher-planned lessons. Once hired, Substitute Teachers accept day-to-day assignments across all 34 SCSD schools and 4 programs.

Who We Want

Successful SCSD employees are all in for Syracuse students. Substitute Teachers:

  • Believe strongly that all students can learn at high levels
  • Demonstrate commitment to serving urban students, schools and communities
  • Are willing to put the interests of students first
  • Actively contribute to a culture of high expectations in schools and the district
  • Build the relationships needed to serve our students well


Specific Duties

Reporting to the Principal and acting as the teacher for the day, the Substitute Teacher must, at a minimum:

  • Work a total of 7 hours to 8 hours and 15 minutes per day, depending on the assigned school (see below)
  • Report to the school office at beginning of school day to pick up required materials/schedule of classes and at the end of the school day to return materials
  • Lead lessons as prescribed in the plans left by the classroom teacher
  • Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and grade-level appropriate
  • Guide the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and objectives as indicated in plans
  • Employ instructional methods and materials that are most appropriate for meeting lesson objectives
  • Maintain a neat and orderly classroom
  • Perform non-classroom duties usually required of the absent teacher (lunchroom duty, hall monitoring, etc.)
  • Follow all school and classroom procedures
  • Perform other related duties as directed by Principal or Vice Principal


Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
  • Interest in serving Syracuse City students in various schools and programs
  • Ability to accept daily assignments in various SCSD schools and programs
  • The successful candidate will be required to pass a fingerprint-based background check, at the cost of $101.75 to the candidate.
  • City Residents are encouraged to apply!


Compensation/Benefits

  • Daily rate of $130 - $150 depending on location and number of hours worked
  • Qualification for SCSD benefits after 3 months, if you work every day in the same position.


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