Special Education Cross-Categorical -Long Term Substitute - Vacancy ID: 155942

Columbus Elementary School is seeking a long-term Special Education substitute. This position to fill a FMLA leave. We are looking for someone who has the collaborative skills to work effectively with a team of regular and special education colleagues. Columbus School District is located approximately 25 miles northeast of Madison. To facilitate student learning and personal growth; to establish effective rapport with pupils; to motivate pupils to develop skills, attitudes, and knowledge needed to provide a good foundation for further education and future adult responsibilities in accordance with each pupil’s ability; to establish positive relationships with parents and staff members. Qualifications *A valid Wisconsin teacher license from the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction that is subject or grade-level appropriate and broad knowledge of related curricular area. Requires a Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university. *College transcripts. *Information regarding prior job experience and related experiences. *Basic skills with technology for student instruction and teacher management. Maintain knowledge of software and equipment used to perform duties, such as: student information systems, SMARTboards, E-Mail, and office equipment/software as assigned. *Successfully completes employee background check. Working Conditions Work Environment Classroom/school environment. Travel between buildings may be required. Physical Tasks 1. Must be able to converse with administrators, staff, parents, and public and must be able to exchange accurate information with such individuals. 2. Must be able to sit or stand for prolonged periods. 3. Must be able to perform light physical work, occasionally lifting up to 30 pounds without assistance in an indoor setting. 4. Must be able to move throughout the building and from building to building. 5. Must be able to reach in all directions and bend/stoop to store and retrieve files, use telephone, calculator, computer and other office equipment. 6. Must be able to operate a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a copy machine and computer printer. 7. Must be able to review written materials in print and electronic formats. 8. Must be able to complete job duties in an environment where background noise and frequent interruptions are the norm.