Permanent District Substitute-Sorgho Elementary

Sorgho Elementary School; Owensboro (KY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Sorgho Elementary School in Owensboro, Kentucky is seeking a Permanent District Substitute Teacher I to provide seamless instruction in the absence of the regular teacher across content areas and grade levels.

This full-time classified position follows the DCPS salary schedule, offers 7 hours per day over 177 contract days, and requires a high school diploma with 60 college credits and eligibility for a Kentucky Emergency Substitute Teaching Certificate.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED with at least 60 college credits.
• Eligibility to hold a Kentucky Emergency Substitute Teaching Certificate.
• Bachelor’s Degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide continuation of instruction based on lesson plans when the regular teacher is absent.
• Communicate assignments clearly to students and give assistance as needed.
• Follow district safety procedures and take attendance.
• Supervise students with effective classroom management.
• Provide notes and feedback to the regular teacher and adapt as necessary.

Skills

Communication skills

Classroom management

Documentation and record-keeping

Policies and objectives

Education

High School Diploma or GED and 60 college credits

KY Emergency Substitute Teaching Certificate eligibility

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

Google Suite

Job description

Daviess County School District Sorgho Elementary School - Owensboro, Kentucky Open in Google Maps

Permanent District Substitute-Sorgho Elementary

Daviess County School District Sorgho Elementary School - Owensboro, Kentucky Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Daviess County Public Schools

Job Details

Job ID: 5893675
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Aug 18, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

JOB DETAILS

Job Class Description: INSTRUCTOR III

Class Code: 7314

Job Title: PERMANENT DISTRICT SUBSTITUTE TEACHER I

Supervisory Responsibilities: NONE

Position Type: CLASSIFIED

FLSA Classification: NON-EXEMPT

Reports To: TEACHER OF RECORD/PRINCIPAL

*Location: VARIES BASED ON ASSIGNMENT

Compensation:

Commensurate with salary range on the DCPS Salary Schedule for Permanent Substitute.

Hours Per Day: 7.0 hours per day

Contracted Days: 177 days per year

QUALIFICATIONS

Required

• High School Diploma or G.E.D. and a minimum of 60 college credit hours
• Eligibility to hold a KY Emergency Substitute Teaching Certificate

Preferred

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Full-time teaching experience
• Related field experience

Knowledge Of

• Basic computer skills including use of mouse and keyboard to navigate computer, e-mail, and websites, including Google Suite.
• Classroom management techniques
• Documentation and record-keeping techniques
• Communication skills
• Policies and objectives of assigned program and activities

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Summary

Provide continuation of instruction and management of students in absence of the regular teacher in a variety of content areas and grade levels.

Essential Functions, Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide effective continuation of instruction based on lesson plans and/or instructions provided by the regular teacher
• Effectively communicate assignments and instructions to students and provide assistance to students
• Follow all safety and emergency procedures established by the district and/or school.
• Take attendance
• Supervision of students using proper classroom management techniques
• Provide detailed notes and feedback to the regular teacher
• Must use sound judgement and reasoning to adapt as necessary in the absence of the regular teacher and seek guidance from an administrator when appropriate
• Complete grading of assignments when appropriate or as requested by the regular teacher
• Maintain the cleanliness of the classroom
• Protect confidential information of students and fellow staff members.
• Assure compliance with federal, state and district policy, administrative procedures and all other procedures/policies applicable to assignment.
• Prioritize, plan and organize work to meet schedules and timelines.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing with tact and patience.
• Follow proper reporting procedures for all matters including but not limited to behavioral issues, bullying, suspected child abuse or neglect, etc.

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. Location, duties, responsibilities may be altered to meet the needs of the district.

Successful completion of post-offer, pre-employment screenings are required as a contingency of employment.

*Contracts are with the district of Daviess County Public Schools-not with individual locations. Location assignments are subject to change.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

• Classified employee with year to year contract
• Participates in Kentucky Public Pension Authority (KPPA)
• Service does not count towards District continuing contracts.
• This is a full-time benefit eligible position.

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Date:

Date of Last Revision: 11.22.24

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Categories:

• Instructional Support > Permanent Substitute

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Katy Harrison , SES Principal
• Sorgho Elementary School
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]