Long Term Substitute, English - SKMS (2026-2027 School Year)

SKYLINE MIDDLE SCHOOL; Harrisonburg (VA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

SKYLINE MIDDLE SCHOOL in Harrisonburg, Virginia is seeking a Long Term Substitute Teacher to provide quality instruction in the absence of the regular teacher. The position requires a Virginia teaching license, a current TB certificate, and successful background checks.

Upon arrival, you will follow lesson plans, maintain routines, and support a positive classroom climate while collaborating with staff. The substitute rate is $200 per day after ten consecutive days.

Qualifications

• Long-term substitutes should have a valid Virginia teaching license.
• Must submit a recent certificate of TB testing (within 12 months).
• Pass a criminal background check by the State Police/Child Protective Services.
• Emotional maturity, objectivity, and sensitivity to people’s concerns.
• Able to work independently and maintain positive relationships with students and staff.

Responsibilities

• Reports to the building administrator or school secretary on arrival.
• Review lesson plans and schedules before students arrive.
• Maintain established routines and classroom procedures; may grade work left in plans.
• Teach the lesson described by the absent teacher.
• Collaborate with administration and teachers to understand schedules and assignments.
• Promote a positive classroom climate and enthusiastic teaching/learning process.
• Ensure compliance with school policies and procedures.
• Complete substitute assessment form for the regular teacher.

Skills

Virginia teaching license

Independent work

Professionalism

Communication skills

Emotional maturity

Education

Virginia teaching license

Job description

Harrisonburg City Public Schools SKYLINE MIDDLE SCHOOL - Harrisonburg, Virginia Open in Google Maps

Job Description

Position:

Long Term Substitute Teacher

Reports to:

Contract:

As Needed

Salary Scale:

Substitute

FLSA Status:

Exempt

Revised:

9/2010, 1/2021

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

Provide quality instruction that enables each child to pursue his/her education as smoothly and completely as possible in the absence of the regular teacher.

ADDITIONALREQUIREMENT:

Prior to becoming a substitute teacher with Harrisonburg City you must complete the Child Abuse and Neglect: Recognizing, Reporting and Responding for Educators. This on-line training module can be located at the following website: http://www.dss.virginia.gov/family/cps/mandated_reporters/cws5691/index.html Once complete please attach the certificate, received at the end of the training module, to your on-line application.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Long-term substitutes should have a valid Virginia teaching license. This minimum requirement does not apply to custodial substitutes.
• Must 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 Virginia Department of Social Services/Child Protective Services background check.
• Emotionally mature, objective, and sensitive to people and their concerns.
• Able to handle responsibility, work independently, and maintain good working relationships with students, families and co-workers.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Reports to the building administrator or school secretary upon arrival at the school building.
• Reviews all lesson plans and schedules to be followed prior to the students’ arrival.
• Maintains the established routines and procedures of the designated school and classroom. (The substitute is expected to grade other written work not left in the lesson plans.)
• Teaches the lesson outlined and described by the absent teacher.
• Consults with the administration, team leader, or grade level teacher to get a clear understanding of the schedule and assignment.
• Assumes the responsibility for maintaining a positive classroom climate and demonstrates enthusiasm for the teaching/learning process.
• Practices and promotes positive interaction with and among students.
• Complies with and supports school division policies, regulations and procedures.
• Completes the Substitute Assessment Form and leaves it for the regular teacher.

Long term teacher substitute rate after 10 consecutive days is $200/day.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS / WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Light work, lifting up to 25 pounds occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds frequently. Regular travel throughout the school and effectively interact with students, staff, and community members. Vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels; visual acuity is required for preparing and analyzing written or computer data, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities; and subject to inside and outside environmental conditions. Regular contact with staff members is required. Not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions.

EVALUATION:

Performance will be evaluated in accordance with school board policy and administrative regulations on the evaluation of licensed personnel.

The above is intended to describe the essential functions of and requirements for the performance of this position. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of the duties, responsibilities and requirements of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and meet the demands of this position.

Long Term Substitute, English - SKMS (2026-2027 School Year)

Harrisonburg City Public Schools SKYLINE MIDDLE SCHOOL - Harrisonburg, Virginia Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Harrisonburg City Public Schools

Job Details

Job ID: 5983377
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Nov 05, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Position Type: Temporary
Job Categories:

Substitute > Substitute: Teachers

Contact Information

• Harrisonburg City Public Schools HR Department
• One Court Square
• Harrisonburg , Virginia 22801
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]