Substitute Teacher

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Title: Substitute Teacher

FLSA Status: Non Exempt

Reports To: Principal

Date: September 2022

Purpose of Job: Provide classroom instruction and management in the absence of classroom teacher.

Primary Job Duties/Responsibilities: The following duties are normal for this job. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned as needed.

General Responsibilities/

Essential Functions:

• Provide instruction to students in assigned classrooms while regular teacher is absent, by implementing lesson plans in a manner that motivates students to learn and participate.
• Maintain established routines and procedures of classroom and school to which assigned.
• Establish and maintain order in the classroom in a fair and just manner.
• Comply and support school and district standards and policies.
• Report any student injuries, illnesses, and discipline problems to school administration.
• Work cooperatively and professionally with staff members and parents.
• Maintain consistent flexibility to be present at work when needed upon short notice.
• Maintain and respect confidentiality of students and school personnel information.

Other

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Project a positive image of the LSSD at all times.
• Act in a professional manner at all times.
• May operate a motor vehicle to conduct various work activities.
• Successful completion of Criminal Justice fingerprint/background process and drug screen.
• Dress neatly and appropriately, according to system staff dress code.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent. Two years of college preferred.
• Must be able to follow oral and written directions and have the ability to establish effective working relationships with staff and students.
• Ability to maintain effective classroom management strategies.
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Principal or Director of Schools may find appropriate and acceptable.

Abilities/

Physical Requirements:

Physical demand requirements are at levels of those for active light work in a classroom setting. Must be able to stand and walk prolonged periods of time, as needed, to monitor students in cafeteria, halls, and classrooms.

The Lebanon Special School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the school system may provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

Job : 5809550

Position Type: Full-Time

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: Jun 30, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

• Kim Tramel, Human Resources Director
• 397 Castle Heights Avenue North
• Lebanon, Tennessee 37087
• Phone:
• Email: kim.tramel