Substitute at Alamogordo Public Schools in Alamogordo, NM

Job description

Alamogordo Public Schools Human Resources Department Street Address: 1211 Hawaii Ave. Building A, Alamogordo, New Mexico 88310 Mailing Address: P.O. Box 650, Alamogordo, New Mexico 88311-0650 Phone 575.812.6062 Fax 575.812.6069 This talent pool aides our district in identifying strong candidates for existing and upcoming positions. Job Goal: Be prepared to provide short term or long term support to schools and students. Positions as a substitute will vary dependent on need of school. Positions available can include Substitute Teacher, Substitute Educational Assistant, Substitute Secretary, Substitute Food Service Worker or Substitute Custodian. Education, Experience, and Licensure Requirements: High School diploma or equivalent (Instructional Services) Substitute license (Pre-K - 12) required to authorize a trained individual to provide temporary instructional services when an assigned licensed teacher is absent from class (Learn more at NMPED Substitute License information ) Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required: Ability to pass a background check Demonstrated aptitude or competence for assigned responsibilities Good personal hygiene Pleasant and mature individual who can work effectively with adults and students Ability to work as a team member and adjust to frequent changes in work load and conditions Ability to follow requirements, rules, and regulations as set forth in the Substitute handbook Ability to follow requirements, rules, and regulations as set forth by Board Policy Ability to remain "on-call" and be available as needed Ability to perform essential job functions and job task requirements Detail-oriented and able to follow written and/or oral instructions Able to cultivate relationships with pupils in a brief time period Essential Functions: Direct the classroom, accomplishing curriculum objectives and goals outlined in the lesson plans Comply with all procedures, guidelines, and policies of the school at all times Maintain a professional attitude in all manner of conduct with students, faculty, and parents, including a commitment to confidentiality Ensure a sustainable relationship with parents, pupils, school personnel and members of the public by communicating in a confidential, polite and refined manner. Reports to the principal or school secretary upon arrival at the school Maintains, as fully as possible, the established routines and procedures of the school and classroom to which assigned Consults, as appropriate, with the principal or department or grade level head, before initiating any teaching or other procedures not specified in the lesson plans Uses appropriate judgment to act in the best interests of students at all times Complies with all District Customer Service policies and procedures Performs other duties as assigned by the appropriate supervisor or administrator Works with students to help reinforce learning objectives Maintains a classroom environment which promotes active learning Serves as a responsible role model in appearance and conduct Adheres to all health, safety, and sanitation policies of the School District and notifies the proper authorities when repairs or replacements are required in order to maintain established standards. Demonstrate cooperation and flexibility in performing other related duties as assigned by school administration. How to Apply: Apply online at http://www.applitrack.com/aps4kids/onlineapp and indicate your interest in the position. Terms of Employment: Individual is on an "on-call" basis with pay rate based on Substitute Pay Scale Conditions of Employment: Ability to comply with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 and, upon an offer of employment, complete an Employee's Statement of Health and submit to a functional capacity evaluation at the District's expense to determine ability to perform job-related functions and fitness for duty. Any offer of employment is contingent upon satisfactory completion of all background, criminal, and reference i