East Zone Long Term Substitute (EXISITING BCPS SUB ONLY)

This position is open only to individuals who have been identified as EXISTING BCPS Substitute Teachers.

Ensures effective and appropriate learning experiences for students during a teacher absence exceeding 10 consecutive days.  Instructs and supervises students in a variety of settings.  Maintains a safe and orderly learning environment.  Performs other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

Follows and implements lesson plans and instructions provided by the regular teacher.

May be required to develop lessons plans, as well as prepare, administer, and grade tests and assignment

Oversees and instructs an assigned class at a designated location and time. 

Creates an instructional environment that is conducive to the intellectual, physical, social, and emotional development of students.

Confers with the department head, grade level teacher, or school administrator to resolve questions or concerns about the assignment.

Follows the rules, policies, and procedures of the Baltimore County Public Schools. 

Assists in supporting and enforcing rules, policies, and procedures.

Ensures the appropriate use and care of textbooks, instructional materials, facilities, and equipment.

Maintains academic, attendance, and disciplinary records. 

Maintains the confidentiality of information pertaining to students, parents, guardians, and staff.

Conducts oneself in a professional manner at all times.

Performs other duties of similar scope and complexity.

Qualifications

Education, Training, and Experience (to qualify for Non-degreed Rate of Pay): $20.16

Minimum of 48 college credits completed from a college/university or 

successful completion of the MSDE ParaPro Assessment with proof of high school diploma or an appropriate equivalent.    Experience working in a childcare or instructional environment preferred.

Education, Training, and Experience (to qualify for Degreed Rate of Pay): $26.50

Bachelor’s degree from a college or university. 

Experience working in a childcare or instructional environment preferred.

NOTE:  Preference will be given to candidates with education credentials and experiences aligned to our critical need areas.

Licenses and Certificates: 

Maryland Professional Certificate preferred.  Certificated candidates may be eligible for a higher rate of pay based on the specific assignment and with approval by the Department of Human Resources.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: 

General knowledge of the principles and practices of public education and the Board of Education’s rules, policies, and procedures. 

General knowledge of instructional techniques, materials, and equipment.

Ability to instruct students and to follow lesson plans and instructions left by the regular teacher. 

Ability to follow and enforce rules, policies, and procedures. 

Ability to communicate effectively with students, parents/guardians, administrators, and others. 

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, teachers, and others.

PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS: 

The work of this class is generally performed in a school environment.  Work may require the ability to move within the school and classroom setting.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Employment in this position is contingent upon successfully passing a background, Department of Social Services, and criminal history check.  Employees must have submitted an application for employment to the Division of Human Resources, Office of Staffing.