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Restricted Licensed Substitute Educator (Starting 2024-25 school year)

APPLY FOR THIS POSITION ONLY IF YOU ARE SEEKING RESTRICTED SUBSTITUTE LICENSE SPONSORSHIP OR ALREADY HOLD A RESTRICTED SUBSTITUTE LICENSE IN THE STATE OF OREGON.

DESCRIPTION: 

Restricted Licensed Substitutes are valued members of the HDESD Partner School Districts Community who play an integral role in supporting our students and schools every day. 

Working as a Substitute with HDESD requires a high level of flexibility and adaptability, as Substitutes are eligible to work throughout the region in multiple districts, multiple schools, any subject, and any grade level. 

The Restricted Substitute Teaching License is a license that permits a qualified individual to substitute teach in prekindergarten through grade 12 Oregon public school district, education service districts, and charter school assignments with the restriction that the individual must obtain and maintain district sponsorship.

The Restricted Substitute Teaching License is valid for substitute teaching in any Oregon prekindergarten through grade 12 assignments to replace a teacher who is temporarily unable to work.

Restricted Licensed Substitute Teachers:

Work a flexible schedule on an as-needed basis, and have the ability to assign themselves to jobs via the absence management online computer application system up to one month in advance. 

Are responsible for providing instruction, managing the classroom environment, and facilitating student learning in the absence of the regular Educator. 

Perform under the supervision of a building administrator or other designated supervisor, and have the responsibility to continue the instructional program according to the directions left by the absent Educator. 

Function in accordance with all State policies, rules, and regulations, and in accordance with the performance standards of the District. Substitute Teachers can be placed in a variety of educational settings, classrooms and grade levels with variable hours (4 or 8 daily). 

By becoming a Substitute with HDESD you commit to substituting in a minimum of ten (10) absences over the course of a year. 

Substitute Educator Duties:

• Implement and deliver instructions left by the absent Educator while ensuring the integrity of academic time. 
• Provide instruction, organization, and management in the classroom, which creates an environment conducive to learning.
• Manage student behavior and maintain a safe learning environment in accordance with school, district, and state policies, procedures, and laws.
• Model and instruct students appropriately in citizenship and interpersonal relationships and responsibilities. 
• Model educational equity for all students. 
• Confer with the school administration staff or designated supervisor concerning the completion of any reports that may be necessary including but not limited to student attendance and performance. 
• Confidentially communicate necessary information regularly to the absent Educator as well as students, colleagues, and caregivers regarding student progress and needs as needed. 
• Supervise classified employees who are assigned to assist the absent Educator, classroom, or designated students. 
• Display judgment that supports professional standards of conduct at all times. 
• Maintain regular and prompt personal attendance in assignments and daily schedules. 
• Comply with all applicable district, state, and federal policies, procedures, and regulations. 
• Perform other related duties as assigned. 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Restricted License Substitute Teacher Resume and Application noting degrees achieved and institutions and letter noting experience working with diverse student populations in an educational setting. If selected for hire, candidates will be responsible for applying and paying the non-reimbursed fees for the Restricted Substitute License through Oregon Teacher Standards and Practices Commission (TSPC).

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• Please do not apply for a Restricted Substitute License with Oregon TSPC until a review of your application has been conducted and sponsorship has been offered by HDESD Human Resources staff. 
• Further details:
• To be eligible to apply for a Restricted Substitute Teaching License, an applicant must:
•  Provide a statement from the sponsoring district.
•  Possess the personal qualifications for licensure including attainment of at least eighteen years of age and possessing good moral character and mental and physical health necessary for employment as an educator;
•  Hold a bachelor's degree or higher from an Approved Institution or an approved foreign equivalent. Awarding of a higher degree in the arts and sciences or an advanced degree in the professions from an Approved Institution in the United States validates a non-regionally accredited bachelor's degree for licensure;
• Complete a background clearance that includes:
• (A) Furnishing fingerprints, if required;
• (B) Providing satisfactory responses to character questions in the form and manner prescribed by the Commission; and
• Submit a complete and correct application in the form and manner required by the Commission, including payment of all required fees as provided in OAR 584-200-0050.

• If you already hold an active TSPC Restricted Substitute Teacher license with sponsorship from another Oregon school district - please note that on your application.
• If you already hold a TSPC Restricted Substitute Teacher license and your application is in renewal/pending, please submit license application status with your application.

• At least one school year term of student teaching, intern teaching, or past teaching, coaching, or other educational environment work experience. 

AND: Upon application review and/or sponsorship approval:

Active Restricted Substitute Teaching License issued from the Oregon Teacher Standards and Practices Commission (TSPC). 

NOTE: If you have ever held an Oregon Teaching License, currently hold a full non-restricted license in another state, or have completed a TSPC approved Teacher Preparation program, you should instead apply for our HDESD Licensed Substitute Teacher position and must apply for an unrestricted TSPC license prior to being considered for the Licensed Substitute Teacher position.

AND: 

• Ability to use and access to current computer technology and equipment (e.g., phone, tablets, laptops, computers, computer systems, software, applications, fax, copiers). 
• Ability to learn to use current instructional technology, computer applications and software required for job assignment and reporting of hours. 
• Ability to work with and lead students in group and individual activities. 
• Instructional and behavioral management skills. 
• Experience differentiating practices for diverse populations. 
• Ability to work effectively and collaboratively with diverse students, staff, and community populations. 
• Punctuality and reliability. Must have access to reliable transportation, and consistent attendance is required 
• Physical Requirements: The ability to perform significant reaching, bending, stooping, crouching and lifting 35 pounds is expected. 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Experience working with diverse student populations in an educational setting, coaching, training or mentoring environment. 
• A commitment to promoting equity and belonging for all students. 
• Basic to intermediate instructional technology proficiency with equipment used in educational settings. 
• Ability to welcome and empower all students and families, including underrepresented families of color and those whose first language may not be English, as essential partners in student education. 
• Behavior management skills. 
• Solution-focused problem-solving skills. 
• Emotional intelligence role modeling skills. 

APPLICATION PROCEDURE: 

For all steps and procedures to become a substitute please visit our Substitute Services Page. 

Interested candidates are required to apply at https://highdesert.tedk12.com/hire/Index.aspx 

With online application, letter of interest noting past experience in an educational setting, resume and references. 

Incomplete applications will not be accepted or processed. 

Applying does not guarantee any candidate a substitute position. 

Candidates are required to complete a mandatory in-person orientation, annual training course, drug and background check screening and must follow all required background check procedures also required by the Oregon TSPC. 

PAY RATE: 

Restricted Licensed Substitute Teachers are paid based upon half days (4 hour shift) and full days (8 hour shift).The full (8 hour) day rate is $211.92, and the half (4 hour) day rate is $105.96.

The Restricted Substitute Teaching License is valid for substitute assignments in any Oregon school district, including education service districts; and

Any single assignment on the Restricted Substitute Teaching License may not exceed 10 days consecutively under any circumstances. Thereby, the Restricted Licensed Substitute Teacher is not eligible for long term licensed assignments.

Applying for a Substitute position with HDESD will not prevent applicants from also applying for full-time positions.

We would like to inform you that due to the high volume of applicants for this position, we appreciate your patience and kindly request that you allow us ample time to review all applications thoroughly. Once reviewed, the Substitute Office will contact all candidates via email regarding the next steps in the hiring process. Thank you for your interest in this opportunity.