Substitute Teachers (Tyler)

Job Type/Hours per Week

Part-time; up to 19.5 hours weekly, hours and schedule will vary. School days/hours are Monday through Friday 7:30am-4:00pm.

Salary

$15.00 per hour

Hiring Department

University Academy

All applicants are required to complete the Declaration below to be considered for this position:

https://resources.finalsite.net/images/v1597884042/uttiaorg/c3du85w9t36gox3tlwlg/Affidavit-Pre-employment.pdf

A single PDF or Word document containing a resume, letter of interest, the declaration above, and a list of three (3) professional references is required to apply.

Important Instructions

When prompted to upload your “resume”, upload your combined documents as one file.

·         Please do not upload the combined document to “Attachments”.

If the required application materials were not uploaded at the “resume” prompt, please withdraw your application and re-apply ensuring to upload your combined documents as one file.

If you need help completing the application or troubleshooting, visit https://www.uttyler.edu/human-resources/prospective-employees/

Job Summary

UT Tyler University Academy at Tyler Campus is looking to build a pool of candidates for substitute teachers. As openings become available, applicants will be selected for interviews. This position will engage with students through the teaching of the assigned subject during a teacher’s absence. They will utilize the teacher’s scheduled lesson plans to facilitate and monitor student’s during class.

Major Responsibilities/Duties/Critical Tasks

• Facilitate/monitor students during class and other school activities.
• Complete daily attendance records.

Required Education/Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• General subject content knowledge.
• General knowledge of curriculum and instruction.
• Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.

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Preferred Education/Experience

• Some college hours or associate degree preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Competencies

• Effectively manage classroom behavior, maintain order, and establish a learning environment that mirrors that of the regular teacher.
• The ability to quickly adapt to different grade levels, subject matter, and classroom routines.
• Effective communication with students, teachers, and administrative staff.

Other Information

The employee will be on an as-needed basis, not to exceed 19.5 hours per week, for the instructional days defined by University Academy District Calendar .

About The University of Texas at Tyler

The University of Texas at Tyler is part of the prestigious University of Texas System that includes 13 institutions located throughout the state. Founded in 1971, UT Tyler today enrolls 10,000 students and consists of six colleges. 

Our beautiful Tyler campus features more than 200 acres nestled along a lake and surrounded by thick pine and oak forests, providing a picturesque location for study and recreation. We also offer instructional sites at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Tyler and in Palestine, Longview, and Houston.

With more than 80 bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral degree programs offered, UT Tyler provides a wealth of learning opportunities and dynamic programs.

For more information, please visit https://www.uttyler.edu/about/.

Additional Information

The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.

This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code Section 51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information. Applicants selected must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States by time of hire.

EEO/AA Statement

The University of Texas at Tyler is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with a disability.