Substitute Teacher

Telnet, Inc.; Nashville (TN); Hybrid; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Telnet, Inc. in Nashville, TN, seeks an Educational Assistant to support the educational administration team in designing and implementing programs and services.

The role involves reporting to the educational office daily, following lesson plans, sharing in classroom duties, and ensuring safety and confidentiality for students. Strong organization and teamwork are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Two years of college or a Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Valid TN teaching license.

Responsibilities

• Report to the educational office each morning upon arrival and each afternoon after.
• Follow teacher lesson plans and assume all duties of the classroom teacher or educational assistant in accordance with school rules.
• This may include lunchroom duty, bus duty, hall duty or other duties assigned by the building administrator(s).
• Familiarize self with the school emergency procedures and student medical needs as outlined in the substitute folder in each classroom.
• Maintain normal classroom routines as much as possible.
• Supervise students at all times and maintain a positive learning environment.
• Any major discipline issues should be reported to building level administrator(s) immediately.
• Protect confidentiality of all students. Any observations or conversations involving students should be considered confidential and should only be discussed with building administrators.

Skills

Sound Judgment

Courage

Teamwork

Experience with special needs

Basic computer skills

Flexibility

Dependable attendance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Two years of college or Bachelor’s degree

Valid TN teaching license

Job description

Description:
This position serves under the direct supervision of the educational administrative team who
has ultimate responsibility for the design and implementation of educational programs and
services.

Specific Position Responsibilities:

• Report to the educational office each morning upon arrival and each afternoon after
• Follow teacher lesson plans and assume all duties of the classroom teacher or

educational assistant in accordance with school rules. This may include lunchroom duty,

bus duty, hall duty or other duties assigned by the building administrator(s).

• Familiarize self with the school emergency procedures and student medical needs as

outlined in the substitute folder in each classroom.

• Maintain normal classroom routines as much as possible.
• Supervise students at all times and maintain a positive learning environment. Any major

discipline issues should be reported to building level administrator(s) immediately.

• Protect confidentiality of all students. Any observations or conversations involving

students should be considered confidential and should only be discussed with building

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Two years of college or a Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Valid TN teaching license

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Sound Judgment
• Courage
• Teamwork
• Some experience working with children who have special needs (PREFERRED)
• Basic knowledge and ability on how to use a computer
• Ability to be flexible and follow directions
• Dependable with good attendance and punctuality