Prospect Ridge Academy

Creating Academic, Social, and Ethical Leaders

Daily Rate: $160 per day

Benefits: Full health, dental, and life insurance benefits for employees working 30+ hours per week.

Substitute Teacher Job Description

The Substitute Teacher is responsible for providing effective instruction to students in the absence of the regular classroom teacher, ensuring a high-quality learning environment, and supporting the academic, social, and ethical development of students. The Substitute Teacher will implement pre-planned lessons, maintain classroom routines and discipline, and collaborate with staff, students, and parents to achieve the goals outlined in the Prospect Ridge Academy Mission.

Key Responsibilities

• Implement effective lesson plans in the absence of the regular instructor.
• Maintain a positive and organized learning environment, meeting the needs of all students.
• Take attendance and ensure all lesson plans and instructions are followed.
• Be familiar with classroom safety procedures, including fire exits, safety maps, and emergency protocols (e.g., fire drills, tornado drills, lockdowns).
• Promote critical thinking, creative problem-solving, and independent learning among students.
• Resolve issues or conflicts that may arise with students, parents, or staff in a professional manner.
• Foster a culture of accountability among students.
• Ensure classroom organization and professionalism at all times.
• Show empathy and understanding when addressing student needs.
• Maintain confidentiality in compliance with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA).
• Demonstrate adaptability, good judgment, and professionalism in all interactions.
• Fulfill all responsibilities of the regular teacher, including planning and duty time.
• Utilize effective classroom management techniques and build positive student-teacher relationships.
• Be proficient with instructional technology and maintain familiarity with classroom tools and platforms.
• Follow Prospect Ridge Academy policies, as well as district and state mandates, ensuring consistency across the school environment.
• Create and maintain a safe and engaging learning atmosphere for all students.
• Supervise students effectively, ensuring safety at all times.
• Adhere to school board policies, state regulations, and relevant statutes.
• Accurately complete all required records and documentation as per school policy.
• Leave clear, detailed notes for the regular teacher, outlining any student issues or concerns.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
  
  

Education & Experience Requirements

• Teaching or Substitute Certification required. If you are not currently certified and would like to apply for a substitute teaching license, please visit the Colorado Department of Education website.
• Strong interpersonal, conflict management, and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated leadership capabilities.
• Resourceful in generating solutions to challenges that arise in the classroom.
  
  

Skills & Abilities

• Ability to read and interpret various documents such as rules, policies, agreements, rubrics, and assessments.
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions and execute them effectively.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to apply sound judgment and decision-making in diverse situations.
  
  

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

• Ability to occasionally lift and move up to 25 pounds.
• Required vision capabilities include close, distance, color, peripheral, depth perception, and focus adjustments.
• Ability to assist in other areas and adapt to dynamic work environments.
• Occasional outdoor work with exposure to extreme temperatures.
• Flexibility in work hours may be required.
• Reasonable accommodations can be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.
  
  

Reporting Structure

• Reports to: Human Resources
• Direct Reports: None
  
  

Benefits Overview For Employees Working ≥ 0.75 FTE

• Medical Insurance: Three options through United Healthcare.
• Dental Insurance: Provided by Delta Dental of Colorado.
• Vision Insurance: Provided by VSP.
• Flexible Spending Accounts: HSA and FSA
• Life/AD&D Insurance: 1x annual salary (up to $100,000)
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability: Fully paid by PRA.
• PERA: Colorado’s Public Employees Retirement Association
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Annual Leave (PAL): 10 days for 1.0 FTE employees, pro-rated for part-time employees.
• Paid Holidays: 11 paid holidays for 10-month employees; 15 paid holidays for 12-month employees.
  
  

Benefits Overview For Employees Working

• PERA: Employee and employer contributions to retirement savings.
• Salary: $160 per day.