TISD Classroom Substitute

District Wide; Cleveland (TX); On-site; USD 15,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Tarkington Independent School District is seeking a substitute teacher to cover classrooms in Tarkington ISD. The role requires maintaining classroom routines and following the absent teacher’s plans to support students’ learning in the absence of the regular teacher.

The position emphasizes dependability, strong communication, and the ability to work with children. Training and adherence to school policies are included, with daily duties in a school setting.

Qualifications

• Be dependable and of high moral character.
• Ability to work well with children.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Some experience working with children.

Responsibilities

• Maintain as fully as possible the established routines and procedures of the school and classroom to which he is assigned.
• Supervises the lessons outlined and described in the Substitute Teacher’s Guide as prepared by the absent teacher.
• Consults with the building principal before initiating any teaching or other procedures not specified in the regular teacher’s plans.
• Verifies with the school secretary that his attendance will or will not be required on the following teaching day.
• Follows all policies, rules, and procedures to which regular teachers are subject and which good teaching practice dictates.

Skills

Dependable character

Work well with children

Effective communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Copier

Personal computer

Audiovisual equipment

Job description

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Primary Purpose:

To enable students in the assigned area to pursue their education as smoothly and completely as possible in the absence of the regular teacher.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

High school diploma or GED

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Be dependable and of high moral character

Ability to work well with children

Effective communication and interpersonal skills

Experience:

Some experience working with children

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Instructional Strategies

• Maintain as fully as possible the established routines and procedures of the school and classroom to which he is assigned
• Supervises the lessons outlined and described in the Substitute Teacher’s Guide as prepared by the absent teacher.
• Consults with the building principal before initiating any teaching or other procedures not specified in the regular teacher’s plans.
• Verifies with the school secretary that his attendance will or will not be required on the following teaching day.
• Follows all policies, rules, and procedures to which regular teachers are subject and which good teaching practice dictates.

Other

• Maintain confidentiality
• Maintain positive and effective communications and relationships with supervisors and colleagues.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used: Copier, personal computer, and audiovisual equipment

Posture: Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting

Motion: Frequent walking

Lifting: Regular light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds); may lift and move text books and classroom equipment

Environment: Work inside, may work outside; regular exposure to noise

Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress; work prolonged or irregular hours

TISD Classroom Substitute

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Job Details

Job ID: 4813047

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Re-Posted: Jun 14, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Primary Purpose:

To enable students in the assigned area to pursue their education as smoothly and completely as possible in the absence of the regular teacher.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

High school diploma or GED

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Be dependable and of high moral character

Ability to work well with children

Effective communication and interpersonal skills

Experience:

Some experience working with children

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Instructional Strategies

• Maintain as fully as possible the established routines and procedures of the school and classroom to which he is assigned
• Supervises the lessons outlined and described in the Substitute Teacher’s Guide as prepared by the absent teacher.
• Consults with the building principal before initiating any teaching or other procedures not specified in the regular teacher’s plans.
• Verifies with the school secretary that his attendance will or will not be required on the following teaching day.
• Follows all policies, rules, and procedures to which regular teachers are subject and which good teaching practice dictates.

Other

• Maintain confidentiality
• Maintain positive and effective communications and relationships with supervisors and colleagues.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used: Copier, personal computer, and audiovisual equipment

Posture: Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting

Motion: Frequent walking

Lifting: Regular light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds); may lift and move text books and classroom equipment

Environment: Work inside, may work outside; regular exposure to noise

Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress; work prolonged or irregular hours

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $80 to $150 Per Day

Job Requirements

Contact Information

• Celeste Bradberry
• 2770 FM 163
• Cleveland, Texas 77327
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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