2026-2027 Substitute Teacher

Southern-Lehigh-School-District; Lehigh (IA); On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 34,440,000; Full time

Job summary

Southern Lehigh School District invites applications for a Substitute Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. A Bachelor's Degree and an active PA Teaching Certificate are required; those without may obtain an Emergency Permit as described in the posting.

Selected candidates will perform day-to-day substitute teaching, adhere to district policies, and complete necessary clearances within one year. Training and guidance are provided through the Guest Teacher program and district offices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree and active and valid PA Teaching Certificate.
• If you do not hold a PA Teaching Certificate but have a conferred bachelor’s degree, you can obtain an Emergency Permit that permits individuals to perform day-to-day substitute services.
• Emergency permits are valid for one (1) school year. The training is offered through the Guest Teacher Program by CLiu and requires background clearances within one year of hire.

Responsibilities

• Speak, read, write, and communicate in English.
• Operate classroom technology and equipment.
• Supervise students and maintain a safe learning environment.
• Follow district procedures and complete substitute reports.

Education

Bachelor's Degree

PA Teaching Certificate

Emergency Permit

Job description

• Position Type: Substitutes/ Substitute Teacher (Certified & Emergency Permit)
• Date Posted: 7/27/2026
• Location: Southern Lehigh School District

Position: Substitute Teacher
Term: 2026-2027 School Year
Substitute Teacher at the Southern Lehigh School District.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor's Degree and active and valid PA Teaching Certificate.(*)

If you do not hold a PA Teaching Certificate but have a conferredbachelor's degree, you can obtain an Emergency Permit that permits individuals to perform day-to-day substitute services. Emergency permits are valid for one (1) school year. The Carbon Lehigh IntermediateUnit #21 conducts training for interested individuals through theGuest Teacher ProgramPlease call 610-769-4111 or visit https://www.cliu.org/certification-opportunities/guest-teacher-program .Note: Selected candidates must be able to producevalid [1]PA State Criminal Record Check (ACT 34), [2] FBI Criminal History Record Investigation(ACT 114),[3] PA DHS Child Abuse History Clearance(ACT 151). and[4]PA Arrest/Conviction Report Certification Form (ACT 24)all within one year of issueat the time of hire.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES

• Ability to speak, read, write, comprehend and communicate in English in oral and written form using proper grammar and composition.
• Ability to type or input information using a laptop or desktop computer and use the tool for communication, research, presentation and documentation.
• Ability to operate and use display or presentation equipment including but not limited to whiteboards, projection devices, document cameras, TVs, screens, etc., and use associated equipment (electrical cords, writing aids such as markers, pens, etc).
• Ability to operate and use various educational and business related equipment (copiers, telephones, fax machines, etc.).
• Ability to sit, walk, stand, bend, stoop, reach, use hands to type and write, and lift and carry objects normally weighing under 10 pounds for short distances in order to perform teaching duties in a classroom and school.
• Ability to enter and exit, move and travel to assigned work areas and about the workplace facility and grounds safely and without employer supports daily, and lead others as necessary in emergency evacuation and drills.
• Ability to attend work regularly at assigned work hours subject to lawful leave rights and responsibilities.
• Demonstrates cognitive abilities needed for teaching and learning such as attention, language, motor skills, memory, auditory/visual/spatial processing, and ability to invoke executive function skills such as anticipation, working memory, problem solving, decision making, judgment, sequencing, emotional regulation, logic and reasoning, and critical thinking.

OTHER DUTIES:

• Maintains the confidentiality of student and school personnel information in accordance with District policy and law.
• Maintains a professional appearance as an example to students.
• Maintains a positive learning environment and ensures classroom procedures that fosters a safe and respectful climate for all students and staff.
• Ensures that learning is appropriate to the maturity and interests of students.
• Ensures the adequate supervision to assure the health, welfare, and safety of all students.
• Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students and secure District facilities.
• Reports to the main office upon arrival at school and secures substitute identification, credentials and keys; checks mailbox of absent teacher in an effort to know of any issues of immediate import or attention; requests clarification of school rules and procedures from the front office personnel, if necessary.
• Reports all student injuries, accidents, illnesses, and discipline problems to the appropriate authority immediately or as soon as is reasonably possible.
• Consults with persons in appropriate position including peer teachers to seek information or clarification regarding attendance procedures, lesson objectives, daily schedule, materials and equipment location, usage and daily duties.
• Implements lesson plans, while ensuring the integrity of academic time and in a manner, which motivates students to learn and participate and organizes and groups students for effective instruction.
• Attends to all non-teaching duties as assigned (i.e. lunch duty, recess duty, study hall duty, etc.).
• Ensure a sustainable relationship with parents, pupils, school personnel and members of the public by communicating in a confidential, polite and refined manner
• Collects and places students' work, assignments in storage according to regular teacher's directions.
• Follows all dismissal procedures, ensures that all instructional materials and classroom equipment are in orderly condition, and prepares a daily substitute report concerning progress and issues of note for the regular classroom teacher before leaving the building.
• Returns substitute identification, credentials and keys to the main office.
• Performs other assigned and related duties as assigned by building administrator(s) in accordance with school/district or state policies and practices.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

Southern Lehigh School District shall not discriminate in their educational programs, activities or employment practices based on race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual harassment), sexual orientation, disability, age, religion, ancestry or any other legally protected classification. This policy is in accordance with state and federal laws, including Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Sections 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and the Pennsylvania Human Relations Act. For further information, contact: Title IX Officer, Southern Lehigh School District, 5775 Main Street, Center Valley, PA 18034.