Substitute - KES

Job Details

• Job : 5816761
• Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled
• Posted: Jul 06, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date: Immediately
• Location: Harrisonburg City Public Schools, KEISTER ELEMENTARY - Harrisonburg, Virginia

Position: Substitute Teacher and Teacher Assistant

Reports to: Principal/Administrator

Contract: As needed

Salary Scale: Substitute

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Provide quality instruction that enables each child to pursue his/her education as smoothly and completely as possible in the absence of the regular teacher (or provides substitute services as a custodian, secretary or assistant).

Prior to becoming a substitute teacher with Harrisonburg City you must complete the Child Abuse and Neglect:
Recognizing, Reporting and Responding for Educators. This online training module can be located at the following website: https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./cwse
5691/.html Once complete please attach the certificate to your online application.

• Reports to the building administrator or school secretary upon arrival at the school building.
• Reviews all lesson plans and schedules to be followed prior to the students’ arrival.
• Maintains the established routines and procedures of the designated school and classroom. (The substitute is expected to grade other written work not left in the lesson plans.)
• Teaches the lesson outlined and described by the absent teacher.
• Consults with the administration, team leader, or grade level teacher to get a clear understanding of the schedule and assignment.
• Assumes the responsibility for maintaining a positive classroom climate and demonstrates enthusiasm for the teaching/learning process.
• Practices and promotes positive interaction with and among students.
• Complies with and supports school division policies, regulations and procedures.
• Completes the Substitute Assessment Form and leaves it for the regular teacher.

• Minimum of high school diploma or GED certificate is required, or has previously worked in Harrisonburg City Public Schools for at least 2 years as a paraprofessional. Long-term substitutes should have a valid Virginia teaching license. This minimum requirement does not apply to custodial substitutes.
• Must submit a recent (within twelve months) certificate signed by a licensed physician stating the absence of communicable tuberculosis.
• Pass a criminal background check by the State Police Department and Virginia Department of Social Services/Child Protective Services.
• Emotionally mature, objective, and able to handle responsibility, work independently, and maintain good working relationships with students, families and co-workers.
• Experience working directly with individuals and families from diverse racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to adapt communication style to multiple cultural environments to improve instructional practices.
• Proficiency in the use of office equipment and technology, including Microsoft Office, email, and cloud-based applications such as Google Drive.
• Demonstrated leadership qualities and the personal characteristics necessary for working effectively with students, teachers, administrators, and the community.
• Proficiency in business English: spelling, grammar, and spoken language.

Salary: $21,170 to $34,896 per year

• Harrisonburg City Public Schools HR Department
• One Court Square
• Harrisonburg, Virginia 22801
• Phone:
• Email: human resources.va.us