Note: Applications for the 2025-2026 school year will close on March 20, 2026. This posting will transition to the 2026-2027 school year starting June 1, 2026.

Join Round Lake Area Schools District as a Substitute teacher!

Substitute teachers are needed on a continuous basis. We welcome applications throughout the year.

JOB SUMMARY:
In the absence of the assigned Teacher, this class is accountable for facilitating learning, academic achievement and personal development by providing instruction to students. This class also develops and implements curriculum and lesson plans, utilizes technology to facilitate learning, and demonstrates understanding the varying learning styles and the needs of a diverse student population.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Required: Illinois Substitute License OR Illinois teaching license registered with the Lake County Regional Office of Education (Region 34).

SALARY:
$180 Daily Rate for Substitute Teaching Assignments
$130 Daily Rate for Substitute Teaching Assistant Assignments

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of core curriculum areas for which the substitute teacher is responsible for instructing, including specialized knowledge in certain fields such as reading, mathematics, science, business, music, art, languages, and so forth, as appropriate;
Knowledge of educational philosophy, teaching methods and approaches, and currently researched best practices and strategies;
Knowledge of child development;
Knowledge of classroom management techniques;
Knowledge of instructional technologies;
Knowledge of learner outcomes;
Knowledge of learning theory, students’ learning styles and needs, both academic and affective, and theories of multiple intelligences;
Knowledge of multicultural, gender and disability fair curriculum concepts;
Knowledge of Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) and Response to Intervention (RtI);
Some knowledge of community resources;
Excellent listening skills;
Skill in classroom management and organization;
Skill in classroom presentation;
Skill in human relations, mediation, conflict management and interpersonal interactions;
Skill in maintaining and developing reports;
Ability and flexibility to interact effectively with students, parents, and other school staff, the administration, and community members of diverse ethnic/racial and socioeconomic backgrounds;
Ability to adapt teaching styles to diverse student populations;
Ability to apply the principles of Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) and Response to Intervention (RTI);
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing;
Ability to evaluate student performance and to present these evaluations in a manner that fosters higher student achievement;
Ability to multi task and be flexible;
Ability to plan and implement lesson plans based upon District and school goals, as well as the objectives, needs and abilities of students;
Ability to provide appropriate instruction in core subjects;
Ability to utilize computer and multimedia technology, as appropriate;
Ability to work in a cooperative learning environment;
Ability to work with individuals from diverse backgrounds.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
The following identifies the primary and essential functions of the position and is not intended to be an exhaustive listing of all duties.

Assumes all of teacher’s normally assigned duties when a teacher is absent including, but not limited to, instructional, extracurricular, cafeteria, hall, and bus duty;
Collects and places students’ papers in regular teacher’s desk;
Communicates, collaborates, and cooperates with colleagues, supervisors, and students;
Completes a Substitute Teacher Report Form for the regular classroom teacher;
Completes evaluation at the end of the day, and checks out with authorized personnel prior to leaving at the end of the day;
Complies with all building procedures and schedules;
Complies with and supports school and regulations and Board policies;
Consults with the principal and/or staff to resolve questions and/or concerns;
Consults, as appropriate, with the principal or department or grade level head, before initiating any teaching or other procedures not specified in the lesson plans;
Determines if services will be required for the next school day;
Develops and maintains a positive learning environment;
Dismisses all students from the classroom before leaving the building;
Encourages community partnerships that enhances District programs and services;
Ensures the adequate supervision to assure health, welfare, and safety of all students;
Facilitates critical-thinking, problem-solving, and creativity skills;
Follows all District and individual school policies, rules and procedures to which regular teachers are subject and which good teaching dictates;
Follows the teacher’s written lesson plans;
Helps parents and students understand academic and behavioral objectives;
Helps students take full advantage of the learning environment (e.g., access and proximity to activities, use of adaptive equipment, etc.);
Implements effective student management procedures;
Implements lesson plans, while ensuring the integrity of academic time and in a manner which motivates students to learn and participate;
Incorporates the effective use of available technology in records management and instructional activities;
Maintains a discipline and classroom control that fosters a safe and positive environment for all students and staff in accordance with school and District policies;
Maintains accurate records and submits reports on time;
Maintains and respects confidentiality of student and school personnel information;
Maintains appropriate records including checking test papers, recording grades, student assignments for homework, projects and the necessary clerical work required to maintain student records for a teacher who is absent;
Maintains high standards and upholds the student conduct code;
Maintains, as fully as possible, the established routines and procedures of the school and classroom to which assigned;
Makes the absent teacher aware of special situations or problems encountered;
Manages student learning in accordance with the goals and directives of the school;
Models non-discriminatory practices in all activities;
Organizes students for effective instruction;
Prepares a written summary of work completed;
Promotes a favorable image of the District;
Promotes the proper use and care of school property;
Provides for individualized and small group assistance for students as indicated by lesson plans;
Provides guidance, communicates high expectations, and shows an active interest in student progress;
Remains in assigned classroom until all students have been dismissed for the day;
Reports all student injuries, accidents, illnesses, and discipline problems to the appropriate authority immediately or as soon as is reasonably possible;
Reports to office upon arrival at school, checks mailbox of absent teacher for materials requiring immediate attention, and requests clarification of school rules and procedures, if necessary;
Reports to the principal or school secretary upon arrival at the school;
Returns instructional materials, equipment, and keys to proper place;
Reviews with principal or designee, all plans, duties and schedules to be followed during the teaching day, teaches the outlined lesson, maintains as fully as possible the established routines and procedures of the school and classroom to which he/she is assigned;
Stimulates student interest;
Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities;
Teaches scheduled classes;
Upholds Board policies and follows administrative procedures;
Upholds computer technology acceptable use policies;
Varies instructional techniques to address individual learning styles;
Works cooperatively with other teachers;
Performs other related duties as assigned.

Substitute (Teaching/Teaching Assistant)