Long-Term Substitute; Teaching​/Teaching Assistant

job title: long-term substitute: teaching assistant

department: human resources / district-wide

bargain unit classification: does not apply

reports to: building principal or designee

flsa designation: exempt / non-exempt

other: temporary / minimum 10+ consecutive day assignment

daily pay rate: $255.00 (teaching) / $150.00 (teaching assistant)

benefits: does not apply

work calendar: assigned duration of coverage

version date: 01/30/2026

the long-term substitute is a temporary employee responsible for providing consistent instruction and supervision during extended absences (10+ consecutive days) of permanent teachers or teaching assistants. Unlike day-to-day substitutes, the long-term substitute is expected to fully immerse themselves in the assigned classroom, assuming the daily professional responsibilities of the permanent staff member. This includes delivering curriculum, managing student growth, and maintaining administrative records to ensure no lapse in student progress.

• minimum education required to meet isbe licensure requirements for teaching assistant substitute.
• experience working with school-aged children preferred.

• valid illinois state board of education (isbe) professional educator license (pel) or substitute license (sub) or paraprofessional (para).
• note: individuals holding only a short-term substitute (sts) license do not qualify for long-term assignments due to the 5-consecutive-day statutory limitation.
• license must be registered in lake county regional office of education (region 34).
• successful completion of criminal background check/fingerprinting and evidence of physical fitness for duty.

• curriculum execution: ability to interpret and deliver complex lesson plans and instructional materials.
• communication & collaboration: effective oral and written communication with students, parents, staff, and administrators.
• bilingual skills (spanish) are preferred.
• instructional technology: proficiency in utilizing district-specific classroom technology and safety protocols.
• commitment: ability to maintain a consistent presence for the full duration of the assignment.

the following identifies the primary and essential functions of the position and is not intended to be an exhaustive listing of all duties. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

this position does not have supervisory responsibilities over other district employees but is responsible for the direct supervision and safety of students in the classroom and school environment.