Substitute Teacher

Job summary

This announcement is used to fill Substitutes at all DoDEA schools within the communities below: Aguadilla/Borinquen, Puerto Rico Fort Buchanan, Puerto Rico You will be able to select your school preferences within the application which may be previewed here: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12820504 You will not forfeit your Military Spouse Preference (MSP) by working as a Substitute with DoDEA!

Major duties

Replaces the classroom teacher during absences to provide instruction which is compatible with the school- and system-wide curricular goals, and adheres to established laws, policies, rules, and regulations. Plans, organizes, and presents information and instruction which helps students learn subject matter and skills that will contribute to their educational and social development. Interacts effectively with students, co-workers, and parents. Carries out non-instructional duties as assigned and/or as needed. Reports to and is supervised by the principal. You must respect the privacy and sensitivities of students and parents by controlling and restricting personal information to those with a "need to know."

Qualification

This announcement will be used to fill Substitute positions within Puerto Rico, and your level of education or teaching certification status determines which of three levels you qualify for. When the Principal requests to hire more Substitute teachers at a school, candidates from all three levels will be referred for consideration and selection. When you submit your application, you will be required to identify your level of education and submit required supporting documentation. In order to qualify for this Substitute position, you must meet one of the education requirements described below. Level 1 - Certified Teacher: To qualify as a Level 1 Teacher (Substitute), you must have a valid, unexpired teaching certificate in any field and issued by any state/territory in the United States. Please note you must attach a copy of your teaching certificate AND a copy of your official transcripts (in English). Level 2 - Bachelor's Degree (BA/BS) or higher: To qualify as a Level 2 Teacher (Substitute), you must possess a Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university. Please note you must attach a copy of your transcripts (in English). Level 3 - Associate's Degree (AA) or 60 semester hours or more: To qualify as a Level 3 Teacher (Substitute), you must possess an Associate's degree OR have successfully completed 60 semester hours at a college/university. Please note you must attach a copy of your transcripts (in English).

Education

Foreign Degrees and Course Work from Non-accredited Institutions. Foreign Degrees and Course Work from Non-accredited Institutions. Credits or degrees earned from a foreign college or university must be evaluated prior to acceptance. Three evaluation procedures are acceptable: a. The work must be evaluated and interpreted by a current member of National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES). This website provides a list of current organizations who can perform your evaluation. You must select and work directly with one of these organizations. b. The foreign institution that awarded the degree is on a list endorsed by a regionally accredited university or on a list endorsed by a state department of education for the purpose of teacher certification in that state (this procedure will require an English translation of the transcript and a copy of the document awarding the degree, together with an authenticated list produced by an American university or a state department of education); and c. The work may be evaluated by the graduate division of a regionally accredited university and declared the equivalent of similar undergraduate or graduate work in a U.S. institution. Graduates of non-accredited institutions may have their undergraduate work validated by admittance to graduate school and completion of a minimum of 5 SH of credit in a regionally accredited graduate college

Evaluations

This announcement is considered a Standing Register. It is not used to fill a specific vacancy and, instead, gathers applications from many applicants over time who will be referred to the hiring manager when vacancies exist. Some schools may require many Substitutes throughout the school year and many applicants are hired regularly whereas some smaller schools may not require as many Substitutes. You will have a chance to identify your preference in specific school(s) during the application process. IMPORTANT: Your application is valid for 3 months. To extend its validity, you must resubmit your application for a new 3-month period. You may apply to as many or as few schools as you wish, but you will only receive one job offer for one specific school. This school will become your home school, but, when applicable, other schools within the area often share Substitutes so you may have the opportunity to work at different schools as well. Your application package (resume and supporting documents) will initially be reviewed for completeness and used to determine whether you meet the minimum eligibility and qualification requirements listed on this announcement. If eligibility and qualification requirements are met, candidates' applications may be referred to the hiring manager for consideration. The hiring manager may contact you directly for an interview. If an incomplete application package is submitted or if you are determined to be ineligible or not qualified, your application will receive no further consideration until you re-submit your application.