SY26-27 Substitute Teacher

Young World Physical Education; Canton (GA); On-site; USD 170,478 - 242,802; Part time

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.

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Heather Whatley
• Human Resources
• Email: [e-mail]