SY26-27 Substitute Teacher

Young World Physical Education

Canton (GA)

On-site

USD 170,478 - 242,802

Part time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Participation in a retirement savings account

403(b) or 457(b) retirement savings account eligibility

Job summary

A local educational institution in Canton, Georgia is seeking a Substitute Teacher/Paraprofessional to maintain educational continuity in the absence of regular staff. The position offers compensation of $18.75/hour, with flexible hours depending on availability. Required qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, with a preferred teaching certification. Successful candidates will demonstrate strong communication and classroom management skills. Immediate start is available, and the position is temporary.

Qualifications

Possession of a high school diploma or GED certificate.
Valid Georgia Teaching Certification preferred.
At least two years of eligible post-secondary college credit.

Responsibilities

Report to the school secretary upon arrival.
Maintain routines and procedures of the classroom.
Teach the lesson planned by the absent teacher.
Oversee pupil behavior in the classroom.
Ensure adherence to safety procedures.

Skills

Teaching certification

Classroom management

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Georgia Teaching Certification

Two years of college credit

Job description

SY26-27 Substitute Teacher

Location: Canton, Georgia – District Wide

Job ID: 5650450

Posted: Apr 15, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Position Title: Substitute Teacher/Paraprofessional

Pay Grade: Per-Day Substitute Teacher/Paraprofessional Salary

Pay Type: Hourly Non-Exempt

Reports To: Principal

Minimum Qualifications: Possession of a high school diploma or GED certificate.

Preferred Qualifications:

Valid Georgia Teaching Certification
Out-of-State Teaching Certification
Equivalent of at least two years of eligible post‑secondary college credit (grade C or above, evaluated from an official transcript from an accredited institution)

Goal: To enable students to pursue their education as smoothly and completely as possible in the absence of their regular Teacher/Paraprofessional.

Duties and Responsibilities

Report to the school secretary upon arrival at the school
Maintain as fully as possible the established routines and procedures of the school and the classroom to which they are assigned
Teach the lesson outlined and planned by the absent teacher
Consult with appropriate administrator(s) before changing any teaching or other procedures
Assume responsibility for overseeing pupil behavior in the classroom
Report in writing any pertinent information on the day’s activities at the conclusion of each teaching day
Follow all policies, rules and procedures to which regular teachers are subject and which good teaching practice dictates
Ensure adherence to appropriate safety procedures
Follow Federal and State laws, as well as Board policies
Perform other duties as may be assigned

Compensation

Substitute Teacher: $18.75/hr, $150.00/day for 8 hour day

Substitute Paraprofessional: $13.33/hr, $99.98/day for 7.5 hour day

This position is a temporary assignment; payment based on hours worked, and as work is available, with no eligibility or seniority for employee benefits; except for participation in a CCSD retirement savings account. All employees are eligible to participate in a 403(b) or 457(b) retirement savings account.

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