Job Description

Substitute Teacher Union County Schools, Tennessee

Serving Union County Schools

Summary: The Substitute Teacher serves the district as an employee of STAFFEZ by providing instruction, encouraging the students, and managing the learning environment positively. Monthly bonuses are available.

Essential Job Functions (note this is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position):

• Report to the office upon arrival, check out at end of the day.
• Meet and instruct assigned classes in the locations and at the times specified.
• Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning.
• Maintain accurate, complete and correct records of the day.
• Plan, supervise and provide guidance for student(s), teacher aid(s) and volunteer(s).
• Use personal judgment and discretion in supervising the class.
• Assist students with any help they may need with their work.
• Tidy up the classroom after the day has commenced.
• Document any discrepancies that may have occurred throughout the day.
• Follow lesson plans, make notations.
• Be prepared to assist in other classrooms during prep hour or breaks.
• Be aware of the different social personalities.
• Must be familiar with Microsoft Office and other computer programs.
• Assist administrators in implementing the policies and procedures of the school to maintain a safe learning environment for the students.
• Create and maintain respect and fairness to all students and staff.
• Ability to address various learning techniques of students.
• Maintain student confidentiality.
• Ability to discipline students when necessary following the policies.
• Be aware of any school policy and procedures regarding lock downs, fire drills, etc.
• Represent the District and STAFFEZ in a professional manner by performing all job functions at a satisfactory or above level.
• Interact with co-workers, administration, students, parents, and the community in a positive, supportive, and cooperative ways.
• Performs other related duties, including special projects, as required or requested, consistent with reasonable expectations for the contracted position.

Qualifications:

• Completion of High School Diploma/GED, credit consolidated at one four-year regionally accredited college and university and/or hold a valid teaching certificate.
• Completion of the required Global Compliance Network training modules.
• Demonstrated record of good attendance and punctuality.
• Demonstrated strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to speak clearly and concisely both in oral and written communication.
• Must meet criminal history background requirements (requires FBI Fingerprint and Drug clearance).

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand/walk for extended periods of time.
• Occasional climbing of steps.
• Ability to hear and understand speech at normal levels.
• Potential supervision of students outside in all types of weather.
• Depending on assignment, may involve more physical activity, e.g. Physical Education classes, pre-school or special education assignments.

Work Year, Hours & Compensation: Hours vary depending on assignment. Pay is based on educational qualifications.

Substitute Teacher & Para Professional: 
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Certified Teacher with Teaching License: $90.00 per day

High School, Bachelor’s Degree or Higher $75.00 per day

Application Procedure: Apply online at

It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons in hiring, promotion, transfer, discharge, pay, benefits and all other aspects of employment, without regard to age, height, weight, pregnancy, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, citizenship, marital status, disability, or other classification protected by state and federal laws.

Educators and support staff have long been an underappreciated part of our society; and now, this lack of appreciation is beginning to affect our educational system in negative ways. Keeping our schools filled with qualified staff, is an important part of making sure quality education happens daily for the students. We are looking for you to join our team! From full-time teachers, custodians, and administrators; every job matters and every person has the possibility to have a positive impact in the student's lives! We encourage you to look through the jobs we have available at our partnering schools to see what position is the best fit for you.

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