Long-Term Substitute Teacher - Special Education Education - Adaptive Curriculum

Young World Physical Education; Lynchburg (VA); On-site; USD 16,605 - 29,520; Full time

Job summary

Lynchburg City Schools is seeking a Long-Term Substitute Teacher for Special Education with an Adaptive Curriculum focus in Lynchburg, Virginia. This open position falls under the Laurel Regional Program and offers substitute pay under the district pay schedule.

The role requires adherence to lesson plans, ability to address diverse learning styles, and commitment to maintaining a respectful classroom environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of sixty (60) credit hours from an accredited post-secondary institution or career technical facility, or an Associate’s Degree.
• Prior experience working with children is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Locate, review, and carry out the substitute schedule, procedures, duties, and lesson plans.
• Follow lesson plans as left by the contracted teacher.
• Address the various learning styles of students.
• Implement strategies, activities, and techniques for promoting quality student performance in both academic and social behavior based on student's prior knowledge and experience.
• Contribute to and manage an individual program plan for students with special needs.
• Create and maintain a climate of respect and fairness for all students.
• Demonstrate fair and ethical judgments.
• Apply appropriate consequences for inappropriate student behavior.
• Display problem-solving, cooperative negotiating skills, and conflict-resolution strategies.
• Use classroom instruction time appropriately and wisely.

Education

Sixty (60) credit hours from an accredited post-secondary institution or an Associate’s Degree

Job description

Long-Term Substitute Teacher - Special Education Education - Adaptive Curriculum

Lynchburg City Schools LAUREL REGIONAL PROGRAM - Lynchburg, Virginia Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5852786
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Jul 25, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Long-Term SubstituteTeacher - Special Education Education - Adaptive Curriculum GENERAL INFORMATION Title: Long-Term Substitute Teacher - Special Education Education - Adaptive Curriculum Department: LAUREL Regional Program Salary Grade: Substitute Pay Schedule
FLSA Status: Exempt Site/Location: LAUREL Regional Program Reports to: Building Administrator Date: 07/25/2026 POSITION SUMMARY
Provide continuity in the classroom instructional program in support of the school division's essential comprehensive educational program by carrying out the daily routine and instructional objectives of professionally certified staff in their absence.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Locate, review, and carry out the substitute schedule, procedures, duties, and lesson plans.
• Follow lesson plans as left by the contracted teacher.
• Address the various learning styles of students.
• Implement strategies, activities, and techniques for promoting quality student performance in both academic and social behavior based on student's prior knowledge and experience.
• Contribute to and manage an individual program plan for students with special needs.
• Create and maintain a climate of respect and fairness for all students.
• Demonstrate fair and ethical judgments.
• Apply appropriate consequences for inappropriate student behavior.
• Display problem-solving, cooperative negotiating skills, and conflict-resolution strategies.
• Use classroom instruction time appropriately and wisely.

LYNCHBURG CITY SCHOOLS COMPETENCIES

Personal Competencies

• Honesty
• Integrity
• Ethical
• Equity Minded
• Emotional Intelligence
• Cultural Competence
• Safety
• Quality

Leadership Competencies

• Models Excellent Customer Service
• Thinks Strategically
• Shows Initiative
• Acts Decisively
• Communicates Effectively
• Works Collaboratively
• Resolves Conflict Proactively

Functional Competencies

• Technical Capabilities
• Computer Literacy
• Data Analysis and Management
• Fiscal Planning and Management
• Project Management
• Strategic Planning

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of sixty (60) credit hours from an accredited post-secondary institution or career technical facility, or an Associate’s Degree.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Prior experience working with children, is preferred.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

• None

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

• None

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND 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 essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to frequently stand; sit; walk; talk or hear; use hands to finger, handle, type, or feel; and stoop, kneel, or crouch. OTHER DUTIES Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

AAP/EEO STATEMENT LCS is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate based on age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.

JOB STATUS: OPEN SALARY: Please refer to LCS Employee Pay Scales found here:https://www.lcsedu.net/departments/personnel/employee-pay-scales . DAYS: - START DATE: 2026-2027 Position Type: Full-Time Job Categories: Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Job Requirements

Contact Information

• Donna Lewis , Principal
• LAUREL REGIONAL PROGRAM
• Email: [e-mail]

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