Purpose: To help fulfill the mission of Hill Country Christian School of Austin by coordinating substitutes

during teacher absences.

Accountability: Reports to PreK and Elementary School Principal

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt, Part-Time (20 hours)

Qualifications:

● Must be a Christ-follower who upholds, in word and deed, the Hill Country Christian School of

Austin’s Core Values and Statement of Faith.

● Must faithfully attend a church whose fundamental beliefs are in agreement with the Statement

of Faith of this school.

● 3-5 years of experience similar or related experience

● High school diploma or equivalent is required.

● Must have prior teaching/classroom experience or any experience supervising children.

● Strong organizational, communication, and computer skills are required.

● Must have ability to pay close attention to detail, communicate effectively orally and in writing,

solve problems effectively and efficiently in a service-oriented manner, and demonstrate skill in

using computer spreadsheets, online programs, email, text messages, and other applications as

needed.

Responsibilities:

● Interview and hire substitutes with discernment.

● Train new substitute teachers on school policies and procedures.

● Supervise 40-50 substitute teachers

● Exercise independent judgement to problem solve, address performance issues and mediate

conflict in some situations and utilize strong interpersonal skills to develop strong relationships.

● Match best fit roles and ensure subs feel valued as part of Hill Country community.

● Verify all teacher absences, planned and emergency, through the absence management system.

● Verify all teacher absence requests are covered by a substitute teacher.

● Communicate school policies and procedures to substitutes and teachers, as appropriate, in a

timely manner.

● Verify substitute work hours and employee leave, preparing reports for payroll.

● Be a super user of the absence management system, assisting with overrides and tech support.

● Continually evaluate and improve processes to better serve teachers and substitutes.

● Interact in a Christ-like manner at all times. Utilize the interpersonal relationship method of

“Matthew 18” as commanded by Jesus Christ.

● Must have flexibility to handle “off” hour requests (including early mornings, evenings and

weekends) for scheduling substitutes.

● Willingness to perform PK-12 substitute teaching for partial days and last-minute absences.

● Create, maintain and adhere to procedures in the Substitute Handbook and the Substitute

Management Procedures.

● Be knowledgeable of HR policies in the Employee Handbook and ensure absences adhere.

● Collaborate with teachers on binders, lesson plans, coverage requests and substitute feedback.

● Willing to learn technology applications necessary for this position.

● Perform other duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements:

● Must be able to frequently move about inside campus buildings and outside on the grounds.

● Must be able to remain in a stationary position for long periods of time.

● Must be able to grasp, move, or assemble small objects.

● Frequently operate a computer and a printer/copy machine using repetitive movements.

● Must be able to exchange accurate and professional information whether in person, via email or

telephone. Frequently communicates with co-workers and others.

● Possess the physical stamina required to fulfill professional obligations and be able to lift 5 to 20

pounds.

● Ability to work in an open office setting with frequent in-person interaction and numerous

interruptions.

● Possible exposure to a variety of childhood and adult diseases and illnesses.

● Occasional exposure to a variety of weather conditions for recess.