Job Description

Full job descriptionPLEASE NOTE: You must upload and/or completeALL documents requested before being scheduled for an interview.Salary Range: $125/dayTo apply, go towww.lewistonpublicschools.orgClick on green job postings button on the left hand side of screen, click on the position you wish to apply for and follow instructions.ResumeApplicationTwo letters of referenceTranscripts/DiplomaMaine certification (if any)Written explanation for answering YES to any of the background section questions (if any)Lewiston Public SchoolsSubstitute TeacherSummary: Performs regular teacher's class plan while the teacher is out.Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Assumes the responsibilities for instructing classes when a teacher is absent.Assumes all other responsibilities for that teacher during the time the teacher is absent.Prepares lesson plans with assistance, as directed by an administrator, when lesson plans are not available in the classroom.Maintains appropriate records including checking test papers, recording grades, student assignments for homework, projects and the necessary clerical work required to maintain student records for a teacher who is absent.Provides for individualized and small group assistance for students as indicated by lesson plans.Supervisory Responsibilities: Supervises students and oversees paraprofessional for instruction purposes.Qualification Requirements: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty 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.Education and/or Experience: prefer a minimum of 60 college creditsLanguage Skills: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers and the general public.Mathematical Skills: Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume.Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.Reasoning Ability: 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.Other Skills and Abilities: Ability to apply knowledge of current research and theory in specific field.Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff and the community. Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both in oral and written form.Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and Board of Education policies.Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.