Long-Term Substitute Teacher - Social Studies Teacher

Long-Term Substitute Teacher - Social Studies Teacher

GENERAL INFORMATION

Title: Long-Term Substitute Teacher
Department: Linkhorne Middle School
Salary Grade: Substitute Pay Schedule
FLSA Status: Exempt

Site/Location: Linkhorne Middle School
Reports to: Building Administrator
Date: 09/29/2026

POSITION SUMMARY

Provide continuity in the classroom instructional program in support of the school division's essential comprehensive educational program by carrying out the daily routine and instructional objectives of professional certified staff in their absence.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Locate, review and carry out the substitute schedule, procedures, duties and lesson plans.

Follow lesson plans as left by the contracted teacher.

Address the various learning styles of students.

Implement strategies, activities and techniques for promoting quality student performance in both academic and social behavior based on student's prior knowledge and experience.

Contribute to and manage an individual program plan for students with special needs.

Create and maintain a climate of respect and fairness for all students.

Demonstrate fair and ethical judgements.

Apply appropriate consequences for inappropriate student behavior.

Display problem-solvinig, cooperative negotiating skills, and conflict resolution strategies.

Use classroom instruction time appropriately and wisely.

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, or an Associate’s Degree.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Prior experience working with children, preferred.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

None

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

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:
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START DATE:
2026-2027