Substitute/Guest Teacher

Position Information

• Position Title: Substitute/Guest Teacher
• Position Type: Certified Support
• Department: Woodland School District 50
• Location: Districtwide
• Date Posted: 12/8/2025
• Date Available: Flexible
• Closing Date: Open

Qualifications

• Certification: Valid Illinois Professional Educator's or Substitute License registered in Lake County
• Education: Required – Bachelor’s Degree
• Experience: Preferred – Classroom teaching experience

Essential Performance Responsibilities

• Reports to the building principal or school secretary upon arrival
• Reviews plans and schedules with principal, department head, or team leader
• Maintains as fully as possible the established routines and procedures of the assigned classroom
• Teaches the lesson outlined in the Substitute Teacher’s Guide as prepared by the absent teacher
• Consults with school principal, department head, or team leader before initiating any non‑specified procedures
• Assumes responsibility for overseeing pupil behavior during class, lunch, and recess periods
• Reports in writing on the day’s activities at the conclusion of each teaching day
• Follows all policies, rules, and procedures applicable to regular teachers and good teaching practice
• Performs other tasks and responsibilities assigned by the School Principal

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Planning and Preparation: Demonstrate knowledge of content, pedagogy, students, and resources; design coherent instruction, select appropriate activities, assess learning.
• Classroom Environment: Create an environment of respect and inquiry, establish a culture for learning, manage procedures, handle student behavior, organize physical space.
• Instruction: Communicate clearly and accurately, use questioning and discussion techniques, engage students, provide feedback, demonstrate flexibility and responsiveness.
• Professional Responsibility: Reflect on teaching, maintain accurate records, communicate professionally, contribute to the school and district, grow and develop professionally.
• Technical Proficiency: Competent in digital environments; iPads, Chromebooks, databases, spreadsheets, publishing software, Microsoft Office, Google applications, etc.
• Interpersonal Skills: Ability to develop and maintain positive relationships with students, staff, parents, businesses, and the community. Strong organization, communication, and teamwork skills. Strategic thinker, empathetic, humanistic, open‑minded. Effective in both English and Spanish. Sound judgment in dealing with people.

District Core Competencies

• Support the establishment of mutual respect and equal human dignity across the entire school community.
• Welcomes inclusion, equity and diversity.
• Have an unwavering commitment to the success of all students.
• Recognize that identity differences may exist and set them aside for student success.
• Collaborate to build successful relationships with all parties.
• Proactively anticipate, identify and adopt change.
• Engage in all job‑related interactions with courtesy and professionalism.
• Communicate in an approachable and respectful manner.
• Participate in professional development and training to enhance effectiveness.
• Take initiative to manage multiple tasks and organize work productively.

Physical Demands

• Manual Dexterity: Requires skilled, accurate physical operations.
• Physical Effort: Handles average weight materials or equipment, but not for sustained periods.
• Working Conditions: Possible exposure to disagreeable elements.

Other Performance Responsibilities

• Assist in other areas as needed.
• Complete other duties as assigned.
• Provide ongoing professional development to staff and administration.

Terms of Employment

• Work Week: Monday through Friday (as needed)
• Work Year: August to June
• Work Hours: Varied from 7:15 a.m. – 3:55 p.m. depending upon building assignment.
• Salary Range: $130 per day minimum

How to Apply

• Internal applicants should apply online at www.dist50.net and attach a resume to the application.
• External applicants should apply online at www.dist50.net, attach three letters of recommendation, resume and transcript(s), include a situational analysis, and be willing to interview in person.
• Applicants will be contacted within three weeks if invited for an interview.
• Minority candidates are encouraged to apply.

Contact Person

• Sharon Cook
• Assistant Director of Human Resources
• scook@dist50.net
• (847) 596‑5641

Application Deadline

• Applications reviewed as received.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Woodland School District 50 ist ein Equal Opportunity Employer mit etablierten Richtlinien, die Diskriminierung aufgrund von Rasse, Farbe, Glauben, Religion, nationaler Herkunft, Geschlecht, sexueller Orientierung, Alter, Abstammung, Familienstand, Strafregister, Militärstatus, Schutzanordnungsstatus, ungünstiger militärischer Entlassung, Staatsbürgerschaftsstatus (vorausgesetzt, die Person ist berechtigt, in den Vereinigten Staaten zu arbeiten), Verwendung von legalen Produkten außerhalb der Arbeitszeit, Opfer von häuslicher oder sexueller Gewalt, genetischen Informationen, körperlichen oder geistigen Behinderungen, sofern die Person in der Lage ist, die wesentlichen Funktionen des Jobs mit angemessener Unterstützung auszuführen, Schwangerschaft, Geburt oder verwandte medizinische Bedingungen oder andere gesetzlich geschützte Kategorien verbietet. Der stellvertretende Superintendent für Bildungsdienste (847‑596‑5631) beantwortet Fragen zur Diskriminierung von Schülern und fungiert als Title IX-Koordinator des Bezirks, und der Executive Director of Human Resources (847‑596‑5640) beantwortet Fragen zur Diskriminierung bei der Beschäftigung.