QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Bachelor's Degree
2. Valid Arizona Teaching Certificate or Substitute Certificate
3. Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card
4. Fluent in Spanish

JOB GOAL:

To continue student learning in the absence of the Spanish classroom teacher; to establish effective rapport with students assigned to the classroom, to motivate pupils to develop attitudes and knowledge needed to provide a good foundation for elementary grade education, in accordance with each pupil’s ability; to establish good relationships with other staff members.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Implements lesson plans, utilizes instructional materials and provides effective classroom instruction.
2. Uses classroom management techniques that promote positive student behavior.
3. Establishes, shares, and maintains standards of pupil behavior to achieve an effective learning atmosphere.
4. Maintains a safe, orderly environment for students, conducive to learning.
5. Instructs pupils in citizenship and basic subject matter specified by District policy.
6. Anticipates and effectively addresses unforeseen crises associated with working with large groups of children.
7. Is reliable and punctual.
8. Displays professionalism through positive attitude and professional dress.
9. Complies with state law and district policies and regulations.
10. Performs other duties as assigned or directed.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

1. Supports school and district mission and vision.
2. Utilizes effective verbal and written communication skills.
3. Demonstrates flexibility, dependability, organization, and collaboration.
4. Establishes rapport with peers and school staff.
5. Demonstrates lifelong learning.
6. Demonstrates fluency in Spanish language.

REPORTS TO:

Building Principal/Front office

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Maintains valid certifications and fingerprint card.

EVALUATION:

Performance will be evaluated by the building principal or designee.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Supervises classroom employees, students and volunteers.

COMPENSATION:

$165/Day

Long term assignments (21 days and beyond): $185-$210/day depending on certificate type