Anticipated Permanent Substitute with Benefits - SES (2026-2027 School Year)

Harrisonburg City Public Schools • Harrisonburg, VA

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About The Position

Harrisonburg City Public Schools seeks substitutes to provide quality instruction so students can continue their education as smoothly and completely as possible when their regular teacher is absent. Substitute services may also be provided as a custodian, secretary, or assistant. The position works as needed and reports to the Principal/Administrator.

Before becoming a substitute teacher, applicants must complete the Child Abuse and Neglect: Recognizing, Reporting and Responding for Educators online training and attach the completion certificate to their application. Custodial substitutes are exempt from the stated minimum education requirement.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED, or at least two years of prior work as a paraprofessional in Harrisonburg City Public Schools. This minimum does not apply to custodial substitutes.
• Long-term substitutes should have a valid Virginia teaching license.
• Submit a recent (within twelve months) certificate signed by a licensed physician stating the absence of communicable tuberculosis.
• Pass a criminal review by the State Police Department and a Virginia Department of Social Services/Child Protective Services background check.
• Complete the Child Abuse and Neglect: Recognizing, Reporting and Responding for Educators online training before becoming a substitute teacher, and attach the certificate to the application.
• Be emotionally mature, objective, and sensitive to people and their concerns.
• Be able to handle responsibility, work independently, and maintain good working relationships with students, families, and co-workers.
• Have experience working directly with individuals and families from diverse racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Have excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to adapt communication style across cultural environments to improve instructional practices.
• Be proficient with a variety of office equipment and technology, including Microsoft Office, email, information-system applications, and cloud-based applications such as Google Drive.
• Demonstrate leadership qualities and personal characteristics necessary to work effectively with students, teachers, administrators, and the community.
• Be proficient in business English, including spelling, grammar, and spoken language.
• Be able to maintain collaborative working relationships with students, families, administration, co-workers, and the community.

Responsibilities

• Report to the building administrator or school secretary upon arrival.
• Review lesson plans and schedules before students arrive.
• Maintain the established routines and procedures of the school and classroom.
• Teach the lesson outlined by the absent teacher and grade other written work not covered in the lesson plans.
• Consult with administration, a team leader, or a grade-level teacher to clarify the schedule and assignment.
• Maintain a positive classroom climate and demonstrate enthusiasm for teaching and learning.
• Practice and promote positive interactions with and among students.
• Comply with and support school division policies, regulations, and procedures.
• Complete the Substitute Assessment Form and leave it for the regular teacher.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED