About this role
Daily Substitute Teacher Pool
GENERAL INFORMATION
Title: Substitute Teacher Department: Lynchburg City Schools Salary Grade: Substitute Pay Schedule FLSA Status: Exempt
Site/Location: Lynchburg City Schools Reports to: Building Administrator Date: Ongoing
POSITION SUMMARY
The substitute teacher provides instructional continuity for students when the regularly assigned teacher is absent. The substitute teacher implements lesson plans and instructional activities provided by the classroom teacher, maintains a safe and supportive learning environment, supervises students, and performs other instructional responsibilities as assigned by the principal or designee.
The substitute teacher is expected to demonstrate professionalism, sound judgment, dependability, flexibility, and a commitment to student learning and the mission of the school division. Lynchburg City School's mission: To empower students for future success through high-quality instruction, supportive learning environments, and experiences that connect classroom learning to real-world opportunities.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
• Reports to the assigned school and classroom on time and prepared to fulfill assigned instructional responsibilities.
• Reviews and follows lesson plans, instructional materials, classroom procedures, and directions provided by the classroom teacher.
• Delivers instruction and learning activities consistent with the teacher's plans and school division expectations.
• Maintains a safe, orderly, respectful, and productive learning environment.
• Manages student behavior and maintains appropriate classroom expectations.
• Supervises students during instructional and assigned non-instructional activities.
• Supports the academic, behavioral, and instructional needs of students.
• Maintains required attendance, classroom, and student-related records.
• Communicates relevant information regarding the school day, student needs, classroom concerns, and unfinished assignments to the appropriate school personnel.
• Maintains confidentiality of student and employee information and complies with applicable laws, policies, and procedures.Follows established procedures for student safety, emergencies, discipline, technology, and other school operations.
• Exercises sound judgment and seeks assistance from appropriate school personnel when needed.
• Works professionally and cooperatively with students, staff, administrators, and families.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the principal or designee.
LYNCHBURG CITY SCHOOLS COMPETENCIES
Personal Competencies
• Honesty
• Integrity
• Ethical
• Equity Minded
• Emotional Intelligence
• Cultural Competence
• Safety
• Quality
Leadership Competencies
• Models Excellent Customer Service
• Thinks Strategically
• Shows Initiative
• Acts Decisively
• Communicates Effectively
• Works Collaboratively
• Resolves Conflict Proactively
Functional Competencies
• Technical Capabilities
• Computer Literacy
• Data Analysis and Management
• Fiscal Planning and Management
• Project Management
• Strategic Planning
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
• Minimum of sixty (60) credit hours from an accredited post-secondary institution or career technical facility, passed a ParaProfessional exam, or an Associate's Degree (required)
• Possession of a valid teaching license (preferred)
• Participating in a teacher licensure program (preferred)
• Previous classroom teaching experience (preferred)
• Experience working with children (preferred)
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
• Knowledge of basic instructional practices and strategies for supporting student learning.
• Knowledge of classroom management techniques, student supervision practices, and positive behavior supports.
• Knowledge of student safety procedures, confidentiality requirements, and applicable school policies and procedures.
• Skill in delivering prepared lessons and explaining directions clearly.
• Skill in maintaining an orderly, respectful, and supportive classroom environment.
• Skill in communicating professionally with students, staff, administrators, and families.
• Skill in maintaining accurate attendance and classroom records and using instructional materials and classroom technology.
• Ability to interpret and follow lesson plans, classroom procedures, and written and oral instructions.
• Ability to support students with varying academic, behavioral, and instructional needs.
• Ability to adapt to different classrooms, grade levels, subjects, and changing assignments.
• Ability to supervise students, recognize safety concerns, and follow established emergency procedures.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment, respond appropriately to classroom concerns, and seek assistance when needed.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality, demonstrate dependability, and work cooperatively with school personnel.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY
• None
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS
• None
WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to frequently stand; sit; walk; talk or hear; use hands to finger, handle, type, or feel; and stoop, kneel, or crouch.
OTHER DUTIES
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
AAP/EEO STATEMENT
LCS is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.
SALARY: Please refer to LCS Employee Pay Scales found here: https://www.lcsedu.net/departments/personnel/employee-pay-scales.
DAYS: As needed (please pick up an average of 4 shifts per month)
START DATE: 2026-27