School-based Substitute Teacher - Journey Middle School

School-based Substitute Teacher
- Journey Middle School- 2026-27 School Year

Albemarle County Public Schools Journey Middle School
- Charlottesville, Virginia Open in Google Maps

Job : 5815743
Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled
Posted: Jul 06, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 10, 2027

School-based Substitute Teacher

Journey Middle School

2026-27 School Year

Full-time, Benefits-eligible

7.25 hrs/day; 10 months (188 days)/year

Are you looking to work in a school division where students are engaged in authentic, challenging, and relevant learning experiences, becoming lifelong contributors and leaders in our dynamic and diverse society? Then look no further!

In Albemarle County Public Schools, we work together as a team to end the predictive value of race, class, gender, and special capacities for our children’s success through high-quality teaching and learning for all. We seek to build relationships with families and communities to ensure that every student succeeds. We will know every student!

We are the first public school division in Virginia, and among the first in the country, to develop and implement anAnti-Racism policy with the expressed purpose of building school communities that share the responsibility to recognize and end racism, eliminate inequitable practices that result in achievement gaps, and support the unique gifts, talents, and interests of every child. In ACPS, "all" really means all.

ACPS employees enjoy competitivepayandbenefits, including health & dental coverage, retirement, flexible spending accounts, paid time off, wellness program, discounts on gym memberships, and more! Be sure to check out our website to learn more about our Division and our Schools .

GENERAL DEFINITION OF WORK:

The person in this full-time position will be assigned to cover classroom teacher, specialist, or teaching assistant roles based on school needs each day. Additional responsibilities may include covering for Office Assistants or supporting instruction with a classroom teacher.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

The minimum performance expectations include, but are not limited to, the following actions:

• Serves in the absence of the classroom teacher
• Delivers the lesson plan created and left by the classroom teacher
• Meets and instructs the students(s) in the locations and at the time designated;
• Develops and maintains the physical environment of the classroom that is conducive to effective learning within the limits of resources provided by the system;
• Prepares for classes assigned and shows evidence of preparation upon request of the immediate supervisor or absent teacher;
• Encourages students to set and maintain high standards of classroom behavior;
• Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities;
• Maintains and upholds school and county policies and procedures;
• Maintains records as required by law, system policy, and administrative regulations;
• Assists in upholding and enforcing school rules and administrative regulations.
• Cooperates with other members of the staff;
• Provides information and seeks clarity from school administration or designee regarding questions related to students, instruction, and/or other concerns.
• Establishes and maintains cooperative professional relations with others;
• Performs related duties as assigned by the administration in accordance with the school/system policies and practices.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Ability to develop and maintain an empathetic attitude toward students; willing to learn specialized instructional/management techniques employed with students; ability to communicate and develop effective working relationships with students, parents, and staff; must be willing to seek…