HKS Substitute Teacher - Pool

Candidates who are Blind or Visually Impaired and/or Deaf or Hard of Hearing are encouraged to apply for this position and may be given preference in hiring as federal laws permit.  Information related to disability is not required and, if disclosed voluntarily, will be used only in AIDB’s efforts to create opportunities for individuals with exceptionalities. Non-disclosure will not subject any applicant to adverse treatment.

Position:      Substitute Teacher

Helen Keller School

            

ABOUT ALABAMA INSTITUTE FOR DEAF AND BLIND (AIDB)

Alabama Institute for Deaf and Blind (AIDB) is the world’s most comprehensive education, rehabilitation, and service program serving individuals of all ages who are Deaf, Blind, DeafBlind, multidisabled, and their families. Founded in 1858, AIDB serves more than 30,000 infants, toddlers, children, adults, and senior citizens with hearing and vision loss throughout Alabama each year.

Our services span a lifetime and include five campuses in Talladega, a statewide network of regional centers, Early Intervention services, traditional and nontraditional educational opportunities in residential, day, and outreach settings, and a manufacturing facility known as Alabama Industries for the Blind (AIB), the state’s largest employer of adults who are Blind. AIDB’s three K-12 schools — Alabama School for the Blind, Alabama School for the Deaf, and Helen Keller School of Alabama — provide specialized educational services that empower students to achieve their full potential.

Our employees are among the organization’s most valuable assets and resources. We share a commitment to leveling the playing field for all. Our mission makes AIDB a unique place to work.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be able to obtain or hold a valid Alabama Substitute License or hold a valid Alabama Teaching Certificate.
• Must possess a high school diploma or GED.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS AND PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Must be physically able to perform the job.
• Must follow all AIDB policies and procedures and state and federal laws.
• Must remain awake and alert at all times.
• Must be able to adhere to confidentiality requirements.
• Must be able to handle emergency situations in a calm manner.
• Must have the ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Performs duties in the absence of full-time AIDB staff as required for the position including, but not limited to the following:
• Assumes the responsibility for instructing classes when a teacher is absent.
• Assumes other responsibilities for that teacher during the time the teacher is absent.
• Assumes responsibility for overseeing pupil behavior in class and during lunch and other activities.

***Upon offer of employment, the applicant must submit to a fingerprint background check at an agency designated and paid by AIDB.***This job description describes the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job goals, qualifications, and responsibilities, and the employee may be required to perform other related duties as assigned.

Payroll:

• $12.24 Alabama Substitute License****Scale S1 Rank HS
• $20.40 Valid Alabama Teacher Certification or AIDB Retired Teacher with a Substitute License****Scale PH Rank 01

Direct Deposit Required