Montezuma-Cortez School District RE-1
EVERY STUDENT. EVERY DAY.
Position: Licensed Substitute Teacher
Our Vision
The district is committed to creating an environment of collaboration and accountability that ensures our students:
- Achieve personal goals and academic growth.
- Are invested in success for their future.
- Attain high levels of literacy and 21st century skills.
- Are engaged in active citizenship.
- Learn in a safe and healthy school environment.
Position Summary: Substitute Teacher will provide backup teaching services when full-time teachers are unable to work. The Sub will follow the regular teacher’s lesson plans in a way that ensures consistency and optimal learning, and that encourages students to participate. The Sub may grade classwork, homework, and tests. Must be able to modify teaching styles to fit the learning styles of various students. Maintain a well-managed classroom and positive learning environment.
Some additional responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
- Keep records of attendance, accidents, and incidents.
- Protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
- Always ensure the safety of students.
- Consult with Principal on responsibilities during the teacher’s absence.
- Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.
- Observes all district policies and procedures.
Essential Physical Demands:
- Constant lifting 5 to 20 pounds
- Frequent lifting 20 to over 50 pounds
- Constant standing, walking
- Frequent bending, reaching, squatting, climbing, kneeling.
- Occasional crawling, sitting, stooping.
Certification and Licensing: Must have a current Substitute License through Colorado Department of Education (CDE).
Supervisory Duties: None
Reports to: Principal
Candidate Profile
Education and Certification:
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- High School diploma
- Bachelor’s degree (Preferred)
- Substitute Authorization through CDE (Required)
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Experience and Skills:
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- Excellent communication skills.
- Flexible and maintain a positive attitude.
- High level of personal organization and planning.
- Work cooperatively with supervisors and coworkers.
- Technology proficient in Excel, Word, PowerPoint.
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Culture and Fit:
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- Commitment to the mission and values of Montezuma Cortez Re-1
- Desire to work as a member of a dynamic team.
- Openness to feedback and willingness to share ideas.
- Maintains and models high standards of personal and professional integrity and confidentiality
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Physical Requirements and Working Conditions: The physical demands, work environment factors and mental functions described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical Activities:
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Amount of:
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None
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Under 1/3
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1/3 to 2/3
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Over 2/3
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Stand
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X
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Walk
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X
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Sit
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X
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Reach with hands and arms
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X
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Use hands to finger, handle, or feed
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X
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Climb or balance
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X
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Stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl
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X
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Talk
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X
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Listen
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X
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Work Environment:
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Amount of:
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None
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Under 1/3
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1/3 to 2/3
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Over 2/3
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Wet or humid conditions (non-weather)
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X
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Work near moving mechanical parts
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X
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Work in high, precarious places
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X
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Fumes or airborne particles
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X
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Toxic or caustic chemicals
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X
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Outdoor weather conditions
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X
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Extreme Cold (non-weather)
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X
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Extreme Heat (non-weather)
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X
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Risk of electrical shock
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X
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Work with explosives
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X
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Risk of radiation
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X
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Vibration
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X
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Vision Demands:
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Required
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No special vision requirements
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Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less)
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X
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Distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more)
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X
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Color vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors)
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Peripheral vision
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X
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Depth perception
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X
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Ability to adjust focus
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X
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Noise Level:
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Exposure Level
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Very quiet
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Quiet
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Moderate
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Loud
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X
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Very Loud
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Mental Functions:
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Amount Of:
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None
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Under 1/3
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1/3 to 2/3
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Over 2/3
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Compare
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X
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Analyze
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X
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Communicate
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X
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Copy
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X
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Coordinate
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X
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Instruct
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X
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Compute
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X
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Synthesize
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X
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Evaluate
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X
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Interpersonal Skills
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X
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Compile
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X
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Negotiate
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X
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The signatures below indicate that this job description has been reviewed by the employee with the supervisor.
________________________________ _______________________________ _________
Employee Name (Print) Employee Signature Date
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Supervisor Name (Print) Supervisor Signature Date
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. This job description is not intended to create any express or implied contract of employment or expectancy of continued employment for any definite term.
NONDISCRIMINATION CLAUSE
Montezuma-Cortez School District RE-1 does not discriminate against any protected classes as identified by the State of Colorado. A lack of English speaking skills will not be a barrier to participation or admission. The following staff have been designated to handle inquiries regarding our nondiscrimination policies:
Title IX Coordinator and Compliance Officer (Title II/ADA, Title VI)
Justin Schmitt, Executive Director of Human Resources
400 North Elm Street, Cortez, CO 81321 970-565-7522 ext. 1135
titleIXcoordinator@cortez.k12.co.us
504 Compliance Officer (Section 504)
Lisa Megel, Executive Director of Exceptional Student Services
400 North Elm Street, Cortez, CO 81321 970-565-7522 ext. 1118
504complianceofficer@cortez.k12.co.us
M-CSD RE-1 School Governance Policies can be found on our website at:
www.cortez.k12.co.us/our-district/board-of-education/policies
CLÁUSULA DE NO DISCRIMINACIÓN
El Distrito Escolar Montezuma-Cortez RE-1 no discrimina contra ninguna clase protegida identificada por el Estado de Colorado. La falta de habilidades para hablar inglés no será una barrera para la participación o la admisión. El siguiente personal ha sido designado para atender consultas sobre nuestras políticas de no discriminación:
Coordinador del Título IX Oficial de Cumplimiento (Título II/ADA, Título VI)
Justin Schmitt, Directora Ejecutiva de Recursos Humanos
400 Calle Elm Norte, Cortez, CO 81321 970-565-7522 extensión 1135
titleIXcoordinator@cortez.k12.co.us
504 Oficial de Cumplimiento (Sección 504)
Lisa Megel, Director Ejecutivo de Servicios para Estudiantes Excepcionales
400 Calle Elm Norte, Cortez, CO 81321 970-565-7522 extensión 1118
504complianceofficer@cortez.k12.co.us
Las políticas de gobierno escolar de M-CSD RE-1 se pueden encontrar en nuestro sitio web en:
www.cortez.k12.co.us/our-district/board-of-education/policies
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Referenced Policies: AC, AC-E-1, AC-R (Option 1), AC-R-2*, JB, JBA, JBA-E, JBB*, JII-R
NOTE: Federal law requires districts to provide continuing notification of non-discrimination statements and the Title IX coordinator’s contact information. This information must be published in student, parent, and employee handbooks, course catalogs, program/employee application forms, and recruitment materials. 34 C.F.R. § 106.8.