Substitute Teacher - Arkansas Lighthouse Charter Schools 

ATTENTION – Are you looking to impact the lives of scholars by substitute teaching?

Partner with Arkansas Lighthouse Charter Schools (ARLCS) in our movement to empower scholars in the areas of Public Service, AgriSTEM, and Social Entrepreneurship. ARLCS substitutes are driven by the belief that it is their opportunity and job to engage, embrace and empower- every scholar, every voice, every day. We educate and mentor scholars as they strive to do the same in their local community and beyond. We want to engage you in becoming a designer of world-class learning experiences locally, globally, and for all.

Objectives of this role

• Maintain maximum availability to accept assignments 
• Execute lesson plan consistent with teacher guidelines and school curriculum
• Establish an orderly classroom environment and provide a positive learning experience
• Become familiar with school emergency protocols, such as fire drill and lockdown
• Adhere to all school policies and procedures

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• High School Diploma
• Flexibility and patience in scheduling
• Confidence and proficiency in giving instruction
• Superb verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to pass background check

ESSENTIAL QUALITIES:

• Possess a passion for helping kids and an unwavering belief that all scholars can learn.
• Professional at all times.
• Exudes energy, positive outlook, and a sense of humor.
• Demonstrated the ability to work with primary and intermediate grade level elementary scholars.
• Focus instruction on learning standards, building, and charter/district goals.
• Demonstrated ability to model, deliver, and craft rich scholar-centered learning experiences.
• Maintain effective classroom management in a scholar-centered, positive environment.
• Build relationships with parents and other adults to assist scholar learning. Able to quickly learn and incorporate technology into teaching, learning, and assessment.
• Reflective professional, with a lifelong learning attitude, focused on continuous growth.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

In order to create an encouraging learning environment for scholars while their regular Teacher is absent, the Substitute Teacher will need to effectively manage and instruct the class from the beginning of class to the end of the day. Some of the Substitute Teacher’s duties and responsibilities include:

• Follow lesson plans provided by the regular Teacher to create a cohesive and consistent learning experience for scholars
• Manage the classroom effectively to encourage scholar participation, minimize distractions and maintain a positive learning environment
• Adapt teaching methods to fit the needs of each individual scholar
• Supervise scholars in and out of the classroom, including in the halls, on the playground and in the cafeteria
• Provide in-class and at-home assignments based on the available lesson plan
• For long-term substitutes: develop lesson plans and assignments consistent with the regular teacher’s past lesson plans

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