7th Grade Language Arts Long Term Substitute

Fort Dodge Community School District

Job Location:

Chicago, IL - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

The job posting is outdated and position may be filled

Job Summary

Position Type:
Substitute

Date Posted:
9/25/2025

Location:
Fort Dodge Middle School

Date Available:
November 2025

Long Term Substitute
Supervisor: Building Administrator
Duration: 1-12 weeks estimated (November-January)
Job Classification: Substitute
FLSA Status: Exempt

In the Fort Dodge Community School District we are professional high-performing team players focused on delivering the best possible learning experience for each one of our 3600 students. We respect diversity value integrity reward competitively celebrate success and support employee growth and development. We aim to attract develop and retain the best people as part of our Dodger family.

Job Summary

The Fort Dodge Community School District is seeking a reliable flexible and enthusiastic short-term substitute to fill in for an employee on leave. The duration of this assignment is estimated to last between 1 and 12 weeks depending on the circumstances. This role will support students and/or staff by maintaining continuity in instruction supervision and/or operations in the absent employees role. *This position is not benefits eligible.

Essential Functions

Deliver lessons and follow plans provided by the regular staff member (as applicable).
Maintain a safe respectful and productive environment.
Monitor student behavior and maintain classroom or work area expectations.
Communicate effectively with students staff and administrators.
Follow school policies procedures and daily schedules.
Perform other duties as assigned that support the continuity of the absent employees role.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Reliable work attendance is required.

Requirements

Current substitute authorization through the Iowa Board of Educational Examiners.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy enabling differentiation
Knowledge of data information systems data analysis and the formulation of action plans.
Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
Ability to use computer network system technology devices and software applications.
Ability to organize and coordinate work.
Ability to communicate effectively with students parents coworkers and the greater community.
Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others.

Travel Requirements

Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required

Physical and Mental Demands Work Hazards

Works in indoor and outdoor environments.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Amount of Time
Physical Activity	Occasionally (1%-32%)	Frequently (33%-65%)	Constantly (66%-100%)
Mobility	-	-	X
Bend	X	-	-
Talk	-	-	X
Hear	-	-	X
Operate Computer	X	-	-
Stationary Position	X	-	-
Balance	-	-	X
Lift Up to 20 pounds	-	X	-

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Amount of Time
Working Conditions	Occasionally (1%-32%)	Frequently (33%-65%)	Constantly (66%-100%)
District Office Hours	-	-	X
Indoors	-	-	X
Weekends	X	-	-

It is the policy of Fort Dodge Community School District not to discriminate on the basis of race color national origin sex disability religion creed age (for employment) marital status (for programs) sexual orientation and socioeconomic status (for programs) in its educational programs services and its employment practices. If you have questions or grievances related to this policy please contact Roger Porter Director of School Safety and Security rporter@ located at Fort Dodge Middle School 800 N 32nd Street Fort Dodge IA 50501 or contact the Office for Civil Rights Midwestern Division for U. S. Department of Education Office John C. Kluczynski Federal Building 230 S. Dearborn St. 37th Floor Chicago IL 60604 (Alternate for Section 504 is Branwyn Greathouse Director of Special Education/Special Needs Central Administration Office 109 North 25th Street Fort Dodge IA 50501). Affirmative Action Compliance Coordinator The Districts Compliance Coordinator for Affirmative Action is Kimberly Whitmore Director of Human Resources 109 North 25th Street Fort Dodge IA 50501. The school district will respond promptly to allegations of abuse of students by school district employees by timely reporting to all relevant agencies as required by law. The Districts coordinator for abuse reporting is Roger Porter Director of Safety and Security located at Fort Dodge Middle School 800 North 32nd Street Fort Dodge IA 5050 Harassment Complaints and Allegations The Districts Officers for Harassment Complaints and Allegations Roger Porter Director of School Safety and Security located at Fort Dodge Middle School 800 North 32nd Street Fort Dodge IA 50501. Sex Discrimination and Harassment (Title IX) The Districts Coordinator for Sex Discrimination and Harassment is Kimberly Whitmore Director of Human Resources located at Central Administration Office 109 North 25th Street Fort Dodge IA 50501. The Deputy Coordinator is Roger Porter Director of School Safety and Security located at Fort Dodge Middle School 800 North 32nd Street Fort Dodge IA 50501. Rev. 7/2025

Fort Dodge Community School District is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer.

Position Type:SubstituteDate Posted:9/25/2025Location:Fort Dodge Middle SchoolDate Available:November 2025Long Term Substitute Supervisor: Building Administrator Duration: 1-12 weeks estimated (November-January) Job Classification: Substitute FLSA Status: Exempt In the Fort Dodge Community School Di...