24 Oct
Substitute Teacher
Wyoming, Sheridan , 82801 Sheridan USA

Vacancy expired!

SCSD2 is seeking certified substitute teachers for the 20/21 school year!

Substitute Pay Rates:

  • Regular Sub: $112/day
  • Long Term: $118/day
  • Retired Teacher: $118/day
  • Retired Long Term: $121/day
  • Retired SCSD2: $121/day
  • Retired SCSD2 Long Term: $127/day

To substitute teach in Wyoming, you must carry a Professional Teaching Standards Board (PTSB) certificate. This permit is valid for five years and is eligible for renewal.

There are two ways to meet the requirements for a substitute teacher permit. To receive a permit, follow one of the paths listed below:

College Credit Path

  • Complete at least 60 semester hours or an associate's degree from an accredited college/university
  • Successfully complete the US and Wyoming Constitution exams. If you have taken one or both of these at the college level and can provide transcripts for these courses, you have satisfied this requirement. If you have not taken these college-level courses, you will need to contact our office at (307)674-7405 to arrange for the tests to be administered. There is no fee to take these tests in our office.
  • Submit a complete application packet for a Wyoming Education Permit and required documentation, including fingerprints. Our office can provide you with completed fingerprints to send in with your application, and we are happy to assist with your application process. Please contact us to make an appointment.
  • PTSB Substitute Application
  • WY Constitution Study Guide
  • US Constitution Study Guide

Alternative Path 1 (currently not facilitated by our district)

  • Hold a high school diploma or GED
  • Complete 24 hours of in-service training and 30 hours of classroom observation (10 hours at each level: elementary, middle, and high school)
  • Successfully complete the US and Wyoming Constitution exams. If you have taken one or both of these at the college level and can provide transcripts for these courses, you have satisfied this requirement. If you have not taken these college-level courses, you will need to contact our office at (307)674-7405 to arrange for the tests to be administered. There is no fee to take these tests in our office.
  • Submit a complete application packet for a Wyoming Education Permit and required documentation, including fingerprints. Our office can provide you with completed fingerprints to send in with your application, and we are happy to assist with your application process. Please contact us to make an appointment.
  • PTSB Substitute Application
  • WY Constitution Study Guide
  • US Constitution Study Guide

Alternative Path 2 (Onsite training offered by NWCCD/Johnson County Campus)

Complete the Effective Substitute Teaching class (EDCI 1005). This course is offered through Sheridan College at the Johnson County Campus in Buffalo, Wyoming. The requirements for the course, syllabi, and sample schedule are listed below. This is a two-week course offered every fall and spring semester. Tuition for this course is $238 and requires an additional $100 fee payable to PTSB for the application and fingerprint fees. By the time you have completed the class, you will have met the requirements for the 24 hours of in-service training and 30 hours of classroom observation.

Sample Schedule for Fall 2019 Course

Syllabus - Effective Substitute Teach Class (EDCI 1005)

REPORTS TO: Assistant Superintendent

JOB GOAL: To instruct students and facilitate their learning in the absence of the regular teacher. Substitute teachers shall create a class environment favorable to learning and personal growth; establish effective rapport with students; motivate students to develop skills, attitudes, and knowledge needed to provide a good foundation for education in accordance with each student’s ability and establish good relationships with parents and other staff members.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Reviews substitute plans and schedules to be followed during the teaching day as provided by the absent teacher, principal or assigned mentor. Collaborates with other professionals to implement instruction and related activities.
  • Maintains established routines and procedures of the school and the classroom, as assigned. Ensures the classroom and/or instructional environment is healthy, safe, and conducive to learning.
  • Provides effective classroom/student management, clear instruction, and implement lesson plans, assignments, assessments, and other instructional materials as outlined in the substitute teacher’s plan. May be required to develop lesson plans and assess student achievement in long term assignments.
  • Assumes responsibility for overseeing student behavior in the assigned classroom, monitors student behavior in non-instructional areas as assigned, and intervenes to control and modify disruptive behavior as appropriate.
  • Supports a school culture of high academic and behavioral standards that create a supportive and engaging learning environment.
  • Interacts effectively with students, co-workers, and parents.
  • Carries out non-instructional duties as assigned and/or as needed.
  • Performs and promotes all activities in compliance with equal employment and non-discrimination policies; follows federal laws, state laws, school board policies, and professional standards.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Employment is on an as-needed basis.

Job category: Substitute

Exemption Status: non-exempt

Days/year: variable

Hours/day: variable

Insurance Eligibility: no benefits

Contract position: no

EVALUATION: Performance of this job will be in accordance with the provisions of the Board’s Policy on Staff Evaluations.

The closing date displayed is a guideline for candidates and hiring committees. All job postings shall be open for a minimum of five days before they are filled. Once five days have elapsed, committees may begin selecting, interviewing, and hiring qualified candidates. An application is not a guarantee for an interview. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply early, as job postings may close sooner than the listed close date.

This job description provides a representative summary of the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of this position and shall not be construed as a declaration of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description. Fair Labor Standards Act exemption status(exempt/non-exempt from overtime) is designated by position. Sheridan County School District No. 2 is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the Americans with Disabilities Act and will consider reasonable accommodations.

Wyoming State Statute requires any employee initially hired by SCSD2 on or after July 1, 1996, to pass a criminal background check with DCI (Department of Criminal Investigation).

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