2026-2027 Substitute Teachers - TRS Retiree (Post Posting)

Young World Physical Education; Jonesboro (GA); On-site; USD 22,140 - 32,287; Part time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education is looking for Substitute Teachers to provide classroom instruction and maintain management in the absence of the regular teacher. Applicants must possess knowledge of curriculum and effective communication skills, with a requirement of participation in the Teachers Retirement System (TRS) of Georgia.

The position involves working on an as-needed basis without guaranteed hours. Compensation varies based on certification, ranging from $120 to $175 per day depending on the type of substitute teacher role.

Qualifications

• Must be a participant of the Teachers Retirement System (TRS) of Georgia.
• Knowledge of child development.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.

Responsibilities

• Provide classroom instruction.
• Maintain classroom management.
• Organize a learning environment.

Skills

Classroom management

Effective communication

Knowledge of curriculum

Behavior management strategies

Organizational skills

Education

Associate's degree or higher

Two years of college coursework

Passed GACE Paraprofessional Assessment

Job description

2026-2027 Substitute Teachers – TRS Retiree (Post Posting)

Job ID: 5763409
Application Deadline: Apr 16, 2027 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
Posted: Jun 05, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: Immediately

Position Type: SUBS

Job Description

Applicants must be a participant of the Teachers Retirement System (TRS) of Georgia.

All substitute applicants are required to create a Georgia Professional Standards Commission (GaPSC) account, obtain a Certification ID Number, and have your college/university send your official transcript to the GaPSC. Instructions and links to the GaPSC are located in the Qualification Exam section of this application.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Responsible for providing classroom instruction and maintaining classroom management in the absence of the teacher of record. Knowledge of curriculum, instruction, and assessment; knowledge of child development; ability to work effectively with administrators, central office staff, school-based staff, students, parents, and the community; excellent oral and written communication and human relations skills; strong computer skills; knowledge of office and media equipment; and ability to give and follow oral and written instructions in the English language. This position reports to the Principal.

Substitutes employed with Clayton County Public Schools work on an as‑needed basis with no guarantee of hours and are not eligible for benefits. Substitutes are reasonably assured to have the opportunity to work, provided schools are in operations. This will not apply in the event of any disruption that is beyond the control of the district (i.e., school closures, inclement weather).

Key Responsibilities

• Provide classroom instruction for the teacher of record.
• Maintain classroom management for the teacher of record.
• Conduct behavior management strategies developed by the teacher of record.
• Organize a learning environment to maximize student time on task.
• Maintain behavior which is conducive to learning.
• Participate in professional responsibilities as requested by the teacher of record.
• Cooperate with the staff and support the development of activities and goals of the school.
• Ensure proper communication protocol is followed as designated by the teacher of record.
• Communicate effectively with parents, colleagues, and other school and county level personnel.
• All other duties, as assigned and required, in order to perform the above services.

Education Requirement

One of the below requirements must be met:

• Hold an associate’s degree or higher in any subject from a GaPSC‑accepted accredited institution.
• Have completed two (2) years of college coursework (sixty [60] semester hours) above the remedial level with a grade of “C” or better at a GaPSC‑accepted accredited institution.
• Have passed the GACE Paraprofessional Assessment and hold a minimum of a high school diploma or GED equivalent.

Work Hours

• Daily substitute teachers work seven (7) hour days.
• Extended substitute teachers (10 consecutive days or more in the same classroom) are required to work the schedule of the absent employee.

Compensation

• Daily Substitute Teacher - $120/day
• Non Certified Long Term Substitute Teacher - $145/day
• Georgia Certified Long Term Substitute Teacher - $175/day