Floating Teacher (Primary) at Stella Maris High School

Job Description

• Floating teachers, also known as itinerant or substitute teachers, are versatile educators who adapt to various classrooms and subjects as needed.
• They provide support in the absence of regular teachers, offer additional assistance, and contribute to the overall educational continuity within the school.

Responsibilities
Classroom Coverage:

• Fill in for absent teachers, ensuring that daily lesson plans are followed and educational objectives are met.
• Adapt quickly to different grade levels, subjects, and teaching styles within the school.

Subject-Specific Support:

• Provide targeted support for specific subjects or assist students who need additional help.
• Collaborate with classroom teachers to maintain consistency in curriculum delivery.

Small Group Instruction:

• Work with small groups of students to reinforce concepts, provide enrichment, or address specific learning needs.
• Modify instructional approaches to accommodate diverse learning styles.

Flexible Instructional Roles:

• Assume various instructional roles, including leading whole-class instruction, facilitating group activities, or providing one-on-one support.
• Contribute to a positive and supportive classroom atmosphere.

Classroom Management:

• Implement effective classroom management strategies to maintain a positive and structured learning environment.
• Establish rapport with students while upholding school policies and procedures.

Collaboration with Teachers:

• Communicate with regular classroom teachers to understand specific instructional goals and expectations.
• Collaborate with teaching teams to ensure smooth transitions for students when moving between classrooms.

Professional Development:

• Participate in professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends and teaching methodologies.
• Continuously improve teaching skills and adapt to evolving educational practices.

Student Assessment and Feedback:

• Assess and evaluate student progress during temporary assignments.
• Provide feedback to regular classroom teachers regarding student performance and any observed challenges or achievements.

Flexibility and Adaptability:

• Demonstrate flexibility in adjusting to varying classroom dynamics, teaching materials, and student populations and campuses.
• Quickly adapt to changes in schedule or unexpected teaching assignments.