POSITION SUMMARY:
Springfield Public Schools is accepting applications for Licensed Substitute Teachers for the purpose of establishing an ongoing pool of candidates. We are looking for committed, compassionate and positive educators who are ready to make a difference for Springfield students.
Applications are reviewed in the order in which they are received and according to the current needs and requirements of the District. After application review, candidates may receive an email requesting more information, as needed. Therefore, the application process requires that all applicants have an active email address. Qualified candidates will be contacted by SPS Human Resources Department.
Springfield Public Schools may consider applicants if the candidate holds an active Oregon Substitute Teaching License issued by TSPC. Candidates in the Substitute Teacher Pool are not guaranteed employment.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Licensed Substitute Teachers are used by Springfield Public Schools on an as-needed basis to cover the classroom in the absence of the regular teacher. The primary role of a Licensed Substitute Teacher is to continue student learning along the continuum as established by the absent regular teacher. The responsibilities of the Licensed Substitute Teacher in the classroom may include, but are not limited to the following:
- Lesson planning;
- Teaching students;
- Managing the classroom;
- Performing administrative tasks;
- Promoting positive student behavior;
- Ensuring the safety and security of the students.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- Experience differentiating practices for diverse populations;
- Ability to work effectively and collaboratively with diverse students, parents, school district staff and community populations;
- Effective communication skills;
- Ability to be flexible and work a varied schedule;
- Ability and commitment to practice cultural competency and demonstrate a respect for diversity, equity and inclusion.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- A Valid Oregon teaching license:
- Preliminary Teaching
- Professional Teaching
- Reciprocal Teaching
- Substitute Teaching
- Restricted Substitute Teaching
- ESOL endorsements preferred and/or Bilingual skills preferred;
- Must have passed criminal background check.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Springfield Public Schools likes to think of the Licensed Substitute Teacher Pool as a pipeline for contracted teaching positions. If you are offered a Licensed Substitute Teacher position it is encouraged that you submit official transcripts upon processing with the Human Resources Department.
You must complete the application in its entirety. Incomplete applications will not be accepted or processed, there are no exceptions.
We do not accept walk-in, faxed or applications via mail. All applications must be submitted using the TalentEd/School Spring website. It is your responsibility to submit a complete application. Submitting an application does not guarantee any candidate a substitute position with the District.
Thank you for your consideration of Licensed Substitute Teacher employment with Springfield Public Schools. We value all of our interested applicants!
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