Substitute Teacher

Coweta County Schools; Newnan (GA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Coweta County Schools is seeking a Substitute Teacher in Newnan, Georgia. You will support learning by implementing the teacher's plans, supervising students, and maintaining a productive classroom atmosphere.

Prerequisites include a minimum high school diploma, with an associate degree preferred. The role offers day-to-day work by request, up to 8 hours per day, and requires collaboration with school staff and administration.

Qualifications

• Requires ability to organize, direct and supervise students.
• Ability to follow teacher plans and school policies.

Responsibilities

• Implement instructional plans for assigned class in the absence of the regular teacher.
• Maintain classroom environment conducive to learning.
• Protect students, equipment and facilities and ensure safety.
• Maintain familiarity with course of study as per curriculum guides.

Skills

Classroom management

Student supervision

Instructional support

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree preferred

Job description

Substitute Teacher

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Job Details

Job ID: 5983930

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Nov 05, 2026 5:08 PM (UTC)

Job Description

POSITION TITLE: SUBSTITUTE TEACHER

RESPONSIBLE TO: School Principal

EMPLOYMENT TERMS: Daily by request- Maximum 8 hours per day

JOB DESCRIPTION: To provide for the competent application of instructional plans for an assigned class of students in the absence of the regular teacher. Becomes thoroughly familiar with the materials and instructions provided by the school system in the substitute teacher workshop. Meets and instructs all classes and duties normally assigned to the teacher for whom the substitute teacher is serving. Follows the teacher’s plans and program of study using materials and equipment provided. Maintain a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students. Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities. Maintains order in the classroom in a fair and just manner consistent with school rules and procedures. Maintains familiarity with the course of study as set forth in the county curriculum guides. Carries out the policies of the Coweta County Board of Education as they relate to the school, to the classroom and to contacts with pupils and parents under the supervision of the local school principal. Cooperates professionally with all fellow workers and with the administration of the school. Complies with any reasonable oral or written directive of the principal or other appropriate administrators.

REQUIRED EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION OR TRAINING: Minimum high school diploma, Associate degree or higher preferred.

REQUIRED SKILLS: Ability to organize, direct and control children in a variety of settings and instructional activities. The ability to adjust to changing conditions and situations.

The Coweta County Board of Education reserves the right to accept equivalent qualifications as the Board may deem appropriate and acceptable.

The Coweta County School System does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, color, national origin, or disability in its educational programs, activities or employment practices.

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories

Substitute > Substitute

Contact Information

• Vera Harris
• 167 Werz Industrial Drive
• Newnan, Georgia 30263
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]