2026-2027 Substitute Teacher

Frontline Education; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

i3 Academy is seeking a part-time substitute teacher to step in when the regular teacher is absent, on-site at our Birmingham, Alabama campus. A valid Alabama Substitute Teacher License and ability to implement lesson plans are required to maintain academic momentum.

Candidates should be at least 18 with a high school diploma and have completed background clearance. The role emphasizes creating a positive learning environment and adherence to school policies.

Qualifications

• Requires valid Alabama Substitute Teacher License.
• Must be at least 18 years old and have a high school diploma.
• Background clearance completed prior to start.
• Experience working with children in a school setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assume duties of the regular classroom teacher in their absence.
• Implement lesson plans and motivate students to learn.
• Maintain a safe, respectful classroom environment.
• Follow school policies and report student concerns to the office.
• Supervise students and manage behavior according to rules.

Skills

Alabama Substitute Teacher License

High school diploma

Background Clearance

Experience with children

Age 18+

Job description

Position Title:

Substitute Teacher

Contract:

None

Employment Status:

Part-time, On-site

Qualifications

• Related experience working in a school or with children preferred
• At least a valid Alabama Substitute Teacher License
• At least 18 years of age
• High school diploma
• Completed Background Clearance
• Related experience working in a school or with children preferred
• At least a valid Alabama Substitute Teacher License

Reports To:

Principal

Job Goal:

To encourage student progress, and manage the learning environment in the absence of the full-time teacher or paraprofessional

Job Function And Responsibilities

• Assume duties of the regular classroom teacher promptly and in accordance with school rules
• Implement existing lesson plans in a manner that ensures the integrity of academic time, and motivates students to learn and participate
• Instruct students regarding a variety of classroom topics/courses of instruction, as determined by the classroom teacher's lesson plans
• Assign reasonable tasks and homework to students in accordance with the classroom teacher's lesson plans
• Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students
• Address the various learning styles of students accordingly
• Maintain classroom control that fosters a safe, positive environment for all students and staff in accordance with i3 Academy policies and all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations
• Ensure adequate supervision of students and classroom environment to assure health, welfare, and safety of students
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect equipment, materials, and facilities
• Remain in classroom and monitor students at all times
• Ensure that the students are never left unattended in the classroom
• Report student injury, accidents, illness, and discipline problems to school personnel immediately
• Seek assistance If serious or disruptive student behavior problems occur
• Report to school office at beginning of school day to pick up required materials and schedule of classes, and at the end of the school day to return materials
• Follow sign- in and sign out procedures, as prescribed by the school principal
• Interact in a cooperative and professional manner with students, parents, and school personnel
• Maintain student and school personnel confidentiality
• Use proper discipline techniques so that there is never physical contact with a student
• Conduct assigned classes at the times scheduled
• Enforce regulations concerning student conduct and discipline
• Be punctual with all duties
• Uses computers, audiovisual aids, and other equipment and materials as appropriate to supplement presentation of lessons
• Maintain current contact information on tile with the Human Resource Department

Primary Physical Demands

• See on a continuous basis within less than a few feet away and more than a few feet away
• Hear on a continuous basis within less than a few feet away and more than a few feet away
• Speak frequently and clearly
• Transition from various positions: standing, sitting, walking, kneeling or crouching. On a rare occasion it may be necessary to move quickly, walk/run in a drill or emergency situation
• Reaching, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling objects up to 25 pounds with or without assistance
• Agility to operate computer and other digital hardware
• Dexterity of hands and fingers for word processing

Typical Work Environment

• Academic and professional for all ages
• Primarily indoors with varying temperatures
• Noise level is generally moderate
• Access to telecommunications

i3 Academy is committed to providing equal opportunity for employment for all employees and applicants as part of its recruitment, employment, retention, promotion, and termination practices as these decisions are based on merit. No person shall be subject to discrimination within the organization, including any education program or activity, or denied benefits or compensation on the basis of race, ethnicity, religion, belief, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, and/or any personal characteristic(s).