SUBSTITUTE 2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR

Simpson Central Elem School; Mississippi; On-site; USD 14,760 - 27,675; Full time

Job summary

Simpson Central Elem School is seeking a Substitute Teacher to support instructional efforts when regular classroom teachers are absent. The role requires following lesson plans, maintaining classroom order, and ensuring a safe learning environment for PreK-12 students.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED, with a degree preferred, and must hold a Mississippi Substitute Teacher License or Teaching License in accordance with MDE requirements.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Valid Mississippi Substitute Teacher License or Teaching License required (per MDE requirements).
• Successful completion of district substitute training (if applicable).
• Ability to follow lesson plans and classroom procedures.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively with students, teachers, administrators, and staff.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction as outlined in lesson plans prepared by the classroom teacher.
• Maintain classroom control and establish a safe and orderly learning environment.
• Carry out daily routines and procedures as directed.
• Supervise students in classrooms, halls, cafeterias, playgrounds, and other school areas.
• Take attendance and submit reports as required by the school.
• Communicate effectively with administrators and staff regarding classroom or student concerns.
• Follow district policies, including those related to student discipline, confidentiality, and safety.
• Leave written feedback for the returning teacher regarding class activities, student behavior, and assignments completed.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Principal or Designee.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Dependable

Punctual

Professional

Ability to follow lesson plans

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred

Mississippi Substitute Teacher License or Teaching License required

Job description

Status: At-Will

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Summary

The Substitute Teacher provides instructional support in the absence of the regular classroom teacher. This position is responsible for following lesson plans, maintaining classroom order, and ensuring a safe, positive learning environment for students in grades PreK-12. The Substitute Teacher performs instructional and supervisory duties in accordance with Mississippi Department of Education (MDE) guidelines and district policies.

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Valid Mississippi Substitute Teacher License or Teaching License required (per MDE requirements).
• Successful completion of district substitute training (if applicable).
• Ability to follow lesson plans and classroom procedures.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively with students, teachers, administrators, and staff.
• Dependable, punctual, and professional.
• Provide instruction as outlined in lesson plans prepared by the classroom teacher.
• Maintain classroom control and establish a safe and orderly learning environment.
• Carry out daily routines and procedures as directed.
• Supervise students in classrooms, halls, cafeterias, playgrounds, and other school areas.
• Take attendance and submit reports as required by the school.
• Communicate effectively with administrators and staff regarding classroom or student concerns.
• Follow district policies, including those related to student discipline, confidentiality, and safety.
• Leave written feedback for the returning teacher regarding class activities, student behavior, and assignments completed.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Principal or Designee.

Posting Name: SUBSTITUTE 2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR

Location: 99-SIMPSON COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT

Posting Begin Date: 06/01/2026

Posting End Date: N/A

Full Time

No

Job Category

Non-Certified Application

Schedule

Salary

80.00 - 150.00

Licensed Position

No

Description

Position Title: Substitute Teacher

Department: School

Reports to: Principals

Status: At-Will

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Valid Mississippi Substitute Teacher License or Teaching License required (per MDE requirements).
• Successful completion of district substitute training (if applicable).
• Ability to follow lesson plans and classroom procedures.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively with students, teachers, administrators, and staff.
• Dependable, punctual, and professional.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Provide instruction as outlined in lesson plans prepared by the classroom teacher.
• Maintain classroom control and establish a safe and orderly learning environment.
• Carry out daily routines and procedures as directed.
• Supervise students in classrooms, halls, cafeterias, playgrounds, and other school areas.
• Take attendance and submit reports as required by the school.
• Communicate effectively with administrators and staff regarding classroom or student concerns.
• Follow district policies, including those related to student discipline, confidentiality, and safety.
• Leave written feedback for the returning teacher regarding class activities, student behavior, and assignments completed.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Principal or Designee.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS And Working Conditions

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 continuously required to speak and listen for extended periods. The employee is also required to sit or stand for long periods, and regularly to move; use hands or fingers to handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and move up to 20 pounds, and occasionally lift and move up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required for this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The employee is further required to have the physical, mental, and emotional stamina to fully perform the duties and responsibilities of the position, and the mental acuity to collect, evaluate, and interpret data; to reason; to define problems; to establish facts; to draw valid conclusions; and to make effective judgments and decisions.

Evaluation

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Simpson County Board of Education Policy on Evaluation of Professional Personnel.

Terms Of Employment

Daily

Compensation Range

$80.00 - 150.00/day