Impactful Long-Term Substitute Teacher

Young World Physical Education; Harrisonburg (VA); On-site; USD 6,642,000 - 8,856,000; Part time

Job summary

Harrisonburg City Public Schools is seeking a Long Term Substitute, Teacher Assistant for the Harrisonburg Academy in Harrisonburg, Virginia for the 2026-2027 school year.

The role supports quality instruction in the absence of the regular teacher, reports to the principal, and requires completion of mandated training prior to serving as a substitute. The assignment runs August 17, 2026 through September 30, 2026 with a substitute rate of $200 per day after ten consecutive days.

Qualifications

• Long-term substitutes should have a valid Virginia teaching license.
• Must submit a recent TB certificate from a licensed physician.
• Pass state and local background checks.
• Emotionally mature and able to handle responsibility.
• Maintain good working relationships with students, families and staff.

Responsibilities

• Review lesson plans and schedules before students arrive.
• Teach the lesson outlined by the absent teacher.
• Maintain established routines and grade additional work as needed.
• Consult with administrators or teachers to clarify schedule and assignments.
• Create a positive classroom climate and promote engagement.
• Adhere to school policies and complete required substitute forms.

Skills

Virginia teaching license

Background check

Emotional maturity

Independent work

Positive classroom climate

Education

Virginia TB certificate

Tuberculosis clearance

Job description

Harrisonburg City Public Schools is seeking a Long Term Substitute, Teacher Assistant for the Harrisonburg Academy in Harrisonburg, Virginia for the 2026-2027 school year.

The role supports quality instruction in the absence of the regular teacher, reports to the principal, and requires completion of mandated training prior to serving as a substitute. The assignment runs August 17, 2026 through September 30, 2026 with a substitute rate of $200 per day after ten consecutive days.