Long-term Substitute Teacher (Grades 2-6)

Trinity School, Inc.; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Trinity School, Inc. in Atlanta, GA, seeks a Long-term Substitute Teacher for grades 2-6. The role is hourly and reports to Human Resources.

The position runs approximately 90 days starting mid‑January 2027, with hours typically 7:40 a.m. to 3:15 p.m., Monday through Thursday, plus carpool duties as needed. The candidate will differentiate instruction to meet diverse learners, maintain a positive classroom environment, and collaborate with faculty to deliver integrated lessons across subject

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood or Elementary Education (preferred).
• Georgia State Teaching Certificate/License (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Effectively uses best practices in teaching and learning to deliver instruction.
• Presents well-planned lessons with appropriate work within and outside of the classroom.
• Models appropriate behavior for students and engages young children in learning.
• Understands and supports developmental benchmarks of elementary-age children.
• Develops strong student relations and nurtures the whole child through active listening and responses.
• Collaborates with colleagues in lesson planning and school-wide goals.
• Uses technology to enhance instruction and communication.

Skills

Differentiated instruction

Classroom management

Technology integration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood or Elementary Education

Georgia State Teaching Certificate/License

Job description

Working at Trinity

An elementary-only independent school located in Atlanta, serving children ages three through Sixth Grade since 1951.

Job Openings

Position: Long-term Substitute Teacher (Grades 2-6)

Location: Atlanta, GA

Job Id: 240

# of Openings: 1

Position Overview

Long-term Substitutes at Trinity School are inquisitive, nurturing, fun-loving, flexible, and creative. They model lifelong learning for their colleagues and students. They involve themselves in areas of the School beyond their classroom walls. The Long-term Substitute is responsible for fulfilling all of their responsibilities in accordance with the mission and philosophy of the School. The Long-term Substitute Teacher is responsible for differentiating instruction to meet the needs of all students in their class.

Educational Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood or Elementary Education (Preferred)
• Georgia State Teaching Certificate/License (Preferred).

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Effectively uses best practices in teaching and learning to deliver instruction
• Presents well-planned lessons with appropriate work within and outside of the classroom (with a focus on integration of subject areas, problem solving, and application). Has the ability to shift in the moment with child-initiated ideas
• Models appropriate behavior for students and can effectively engage young children in learning and practicing appropriate behavior
• Understands and supports developmental benchmarks of elementary-age children
• Develops strong student relations and nurtures the whole child by effectively communicating through active listening and appropriate responses
• Collaborates with colleagues in lesson planning as well as all grade-level and school-wide goals
• Uses technology to enhance instruction and communicate effectively
• Other duties as assigned

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to see, talk, or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, sit, reach with hands and arms, and stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Relationships

• All Faculty/Staff
• Children
• Families of the children
• Board of Trustees
• Professional staff from other related agencies
• The Greater Community

This is an hourly position and will report to the Human Resources Coordinator and Upper Elementary Division Head.

Work Hours

Generally, the Long-term Substitute will work Monday-Thursday from 7:40 a.m.-3:15 p.m.

Faculty and Staff rotate weekly morning carpool, which starts at 7:30 a.m., and afternoon carpool, which lasts a minimum of 30 minutes.

This is a temporary position that will begin around mid-January 2027 and last approximately 90 days.

When necessary, the employee must be flexible in the ability to work more than her/his regular daily or weekly schedule to complete duties and/or be available for parent conversations and consultations.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required of personnel so classified.