Substitute Teacher Training; In-Person

Substitute Teaching

SUBSTITUTES provide face-to-face instruction with students in school buildings and ensure continuity of appropriate learning during the absence of the teacher. Substitute Teachers perform related duties in lieu of the absent teacher, or in a class that does not have an assigned teacher.
This position is on‑call and is assigned based on operational needs.

• Reports in person to the school building to provide face‑to‑face instruction to students
• Responsive to changing school and district instructional needs
• Provides classroom instruction to students as outlined in lesson plans left by the classroom teacher or provided by the school
• Creates a classroom that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of students
• Maintains a safe and orderly environment
• Maintains established routine of the school and classroom procedures in which assigned by following the directions provided
• Maintains a professional appearance and follows the guidelines outlined in the substitute handbook
• Remains at school the entire school day, unless otherwise instructed to leave by the building principal
• Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities
• Maintains reasonable rules of conduct that encourage self‑discipline and responsibility
• Communicates effectively with parents as needed
• Meets and instructs assigned classes in the locations and times designated
• Monitors students in the classroom, at lunch, and throughout the school by maintaining order and discipline
• Perform other duties as assigned by the building principal

Application Period: August through March

To join the pool of qualified substitute teachers, you must meet one of the following criteria:

• Hold a current teaching certificate issued by the Georgia Professional Standards Commission (GA PSC).
• Be eligible for a GA PSC teaching certificate.
• Hold a Substitute Teacher certificate of completion from the Griffin RESA Substitute Training Workshop.

If you meet the criteria above, you are exempt from attending Substitute Training. However, you must complete the following steps (steps 2-5 are completed after training):

• Online Application: Apply to the “Substitute Teacher Training” job posting.
• Required Documents: Submit the necessary Substitute Required Documents. Visit our webiste for the full list.
• Fingerprinting Appointment: Schedule an appointment for fingerprinting. You must be a certified teacher. Email Ms. Foster a.ga.us with your GA PSC certificate number to receive the scheduling link.
• Fingerprinting and Payroll Packet: At your fingerprinting appointment, complete the payroll packet and return the 1/2 day observation form. Bring two forms of  (acceptable forms: a current Driver’s license OR passport, PLUS a birth certificate OR a social security card). Fingerprinting is by appointment only, Monday through Thursday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. No walk‑ins.
• Long‑term Substitute Vacancies: If you have a teaching certificate and are not under contract, contact the Human Resources Department for information on long‑term substitute teaching vacancies and eligibility.

** If you do not meet the above criteria, follow these steps:**

• Online Application: Apply to the “Substitute Teacher” job posting.
• Training Registration: Register for training via Event Brite if attending NCS training (link sent to all applicants one week prior to training) or register for Griffin RESA's substitute training.
• Complete Training: Successfully complete the substitute training workshop (NCS or Griffin RESA).
• Transcript Submission: Request and submit an official transcript for the highest level of education completed. Use Parchment Services for secure transcript orders, and have transcripts sent directly to hrdept.ga.us. No unofficial transcripts or hand‑delivered transcripts will be accepted.
• School Observation: Schedule and complete a ½ day – full day school observation and have the principal sign the Observation Form…