Interim Middle School Teacher

Job Description

Job Description

Title: SUBSTITUTE TEACHER

Reports to: Assigned administrator/supervisor
Job Objective: Implements lesson plans prepared by the absent teacher. Note: Substitute employees
may be required to perform ancillary duties assigned to the absent employee.

Minimum Qualifications:
• Holds/maintains required Ohio Department of Education credentials.
• Acts in accordance with the Licensure Code of Professional Conduct for Ohio Educators.
• Documents/maintains a record free of criminal violations that prohibit public school employment.
• Embraces high performance standards (e.g., discipline, engagement, proficiency, resilience, etc.).
Note: Additional training may be required (e.g., blood borne pathogen, child abuse/neglect, communicable disease, CPR, first aid/injury prevention, nonviolent crisis intervention, etc.).

Essential Functions:
1. Maintains an in-depth knowledge of subject matter and pedagogy.

Implements best practices that support continuous improvement in student participation and achievement.
• Confirms responsibilities with assigned supervisor. Seeks guidance when directives are unclear.
• Informs the assigned supervisor when leaving the job site during scheduled working hours.
• Develops lesson plans consistent with state content standards and district curriculum goals.
• Aligns teaching strategies with the learning styles of students. Implements evidence-based instructional strategies that produce quantifiable benefits within
well-defined time frames.
• Helps students develop educational goals that are specific, relevant, measurable and attainable.
• Uses formative and summative assessments to track student progress. Provides timely feedback.
• Participates in team meetings when requested. Uses impartial inclusive assessment strategies to obtain objective student data. Plans student services relevant to needs.
• Advocates for students. Promotes access to inclusive educational opportunities for all students.
• Implements effective pupil management procedures. Uses positive behavioral support techniques to address disruptive student behavior.
• Helps students make good decisions and improve personal skills. Encourages creativity, critical-thinking, cultural awareness, democratic values, empathy, ethical behavior and self-reliance.
• Tracks data required by the school district. Prepares accurate, timely records.
• Monitors compliance reporting deadlines. Ensures the integrity and security of confidential materials. Complies with district records retention and disposal policies.
• Proctors mandated testing activities as directed. Upholds test security procedures.
• Makes the absent teacher aware of work completed and problems encountered.

2. Diligently attends to job details. Pursues quality results. Performs all aspects of the job.

• Develops mutually respectful relationships with co-workers. Functions as part of a
cohesive team.
• Maintains a professional appearance. Wears work attire appropriate for the position.
• Respects privacy. Resolutely maintains the confidentiality of privileged information.
• Sustains an acceptable attendance record. Consistently complies with established
work schedules.

3. Maintains open/effective communications. Serves as a reliable information resource.
• Fosters goodwill and encourages relationships that enhance public support for the district.
• Refers administrative procedure and district policy questions to an appropriate administrator.
• Resolves issues tactfully. Uses active listening/problem-solving techniques. Respects diversity.

4. Pursues opportunities to enhance personal performance.
• Keeps current with professional standards associated with work duties.
• Updates personal skills as needed to effectively utilize task-appropriate technology.

5. Keeps current with emergency preparedness and response procedures.
• Complies with health and safety protocols to mitigate workplace risks.
• Protects district property. Takes precautions to prevent the loss of equipment and supplies.
• Takes action to address harassment and/or aggressive behavior. Complies with all legal statutes when dealing with discrimination, inappropriate behavior or suspected child abuse/neglect.

6. Performs other specific job-related duties as directed.
• Helps implement district strategies to advance organizational goals.

Performance Evaluation:
Employee performance is evaluated according to applicable law, board policies, contractual agreements and district administrative procedures.

Working Conditions:
The district offers equal employment opportunity without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, military status, national origin, race, religion, sex (including gender identity, pregnancy, and sexual orientation) or any other legally protected category.
Safety is essential to job performance. The district is an alcohol and drug free work environment. Employees must comply with district policies, workplace safety regulations and health laws. This job description is not intended to establish a contract or alter the terms of board authorized employment agreements. Employee benefits, classifications, contract durations, skill sets, wage rates and work schedules may vary by assignment. This summary document describes typical job functions and does not represent an exhaustive list of all possible work responsibilities. Employee duties may change in response to collective bargaining agreements, funding variables, modified operating procedures, program/service adjustments, regulatory compliance, technological innovations and unforeseen events.

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Job Requirements

Interim Middle School Teacher

District: Gibsonburg Exempted Village School District
Deadline: Open until filled
Salary: Commensurate with experience
Start Date: Approx. February 23, 2026, but is flexible
Days: Working school days
Licensure Requirement: Science 4-9 and/or ELA 4-9 preferred
Contact: Mr. Justin Johnson
Gibsonburg Middle/High School
[email protected]
740 S. Sunset Ave., Gibsonburg, OH 43431
Phone: (419) 637-7249
[email protected]

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Holds/maintains required Ohio Department of Education credentials.
2. Acts in accordance with the Licensure Code of Professional Conduct for Ohio Educators.
3. Documents/maintains a record free of criminal violations that prohibit public school employment.
4. Embraces high-performance standards (e.g., discipline, engagement, proficiency, resilience, etc.).

Note: Additional training may be required (e.g., bloodborne pathogen, child abuse/neglect, communicable disease, CPR, first aid/injury prevention, nonviolent crisis intervention, etc.).
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