Substitute Teacher

Young World Physical Education; Ripley (TN); On-site; USD 18,450 - 25,830; Full time

Job summary

Board of Education is seeking a substitute teacher to cover positions across the district. You will work at any school in the district, with preferences for location and grade level considered.

Applicants must have a minimum high school diploma, pass a TBI/FBI fingerprint background check and a CPS background check, complete an initial physical exam, and be available on short notice when needed. Prior teaching or tutoring experience is helpful but not required.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma required.
• Must pass TBI/FBI fingerprint background check.
• CPS background check completed.
• Available to work on short notice as needed.
• Initial physical examination completed.

Responsibilities

• Review and implement lesson plans.
• Mentor and engage students.
• Give clear instructions and help students understand lessons.
• Maintain discipline and classroom control.
• Foster a safe learning atmosphere.
• Record and grade quizzes, homework, projects, and exams.
• Observe and follow all school policies.

Skills

Background check clearance

Availability on short notice

Flexible scheduling

Education

High school diploma

Trade school degree preferred

Job description

Substitute Teacher

Job ID: 5765748. Application Deadline: Apr 30, 2027 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time). Re-Posted: Jul 14, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC). Starting Date: Aug 10, 2026.

Job Description

Substitute teachers will be considered for work at any school in the district. Your preferences for location and grade level will be taken into consideration.

Substitute teachers are essential to the district's success and must possess a minimum high school diploma, successfully pass a TBI/FBI fingerprint background check, pass a CPS background check, complete an initial physical examination, and be available to work on short notice if needed.

Job Duties

• Review and implement lesson plans.
• Mentor and engage students.
• Give clear instructions and help students understand lessons.
• Maintain discipline and classroom control.
• Foster a safe learning atmosphere.
• Record and grade quizzes, homework, projects, and exams.
• Observe and follow all school policies.

Application Process

• Submit application online (paper applications not accepted).
• Schedule TBI fingerprinting appointment.
• Complete TBI fingerprinting.
• Await contact from HR.
• HR will send onboarding link.
• In‑person appointment to complete hiring scheduled after online onboarding tasks are completed.

All candidates must submit an online application, provide proof of highest level of education, two professional references with email address, and complete a TBI/FBI fingerprint background check (fee $39) before consideration.

At the end of the school year, all active substitutes must submit an "Intent to Return" form by June 30 to remain on the substitute list.

Job Requirements

• High school or trade school degree preferred.

Contact Information

• Andrea Kiestler, HR Generalist
• Board of Education
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]