Substitute Teacher, Preschool, Elementary, or Middle School

Hiring for the 2026-27 school year

Position Type

temporary, August - May

Reports to: Associate Head of School, Division Principals, or Director of Preschool

Overview of the position

• St.
• Benedict's Episcopal School, located in Smyrna, GA is looking for substitute teachers to work during the school year months of August - May.
• With a student body of 615+, ranging from preschool 1 year-olds to 8th graders, we are looking for those in the field of education or prior experience with children to be available, as needed to fill various roles within our school.
• You may specify if you are more comfortable with a particular age student, and we will call you only when those positions need to be filled.
• Substitutes may be used for a full day or half day and in some instances could be for several days in a row or to fill a long term leave.
• We place new subs in rooms with other teachers until one becomes familiar with the school and our environment.
• Substitute positions are filled via a text or phone call to the candidate sometimes days in advance, a day in advance, and even the morning of the day needed.
• We are very flexible around working with schedules and notating days that subs may only be available to work.

Responsibilities

• Teaches scheduled classes.
• Prepares a written summary of work completed.
• Assumes all duties and responsibilities of the absent teacher.
• Follows the teacher’s written lesson plans. Consults with administration and/or staff to resolve questions and/or concerns.
• Complies with all building procedures and schedules. Promotes the proper use and care of school property.
• Makes the absent teacher aware of special situations or problems encountered.
• Upholds school policies and follows administrative procedures.
• Implements effective student management procedures. Intervenes and/or reports concerns to an administrator.
• Develops and maintains a positive learning environment.
• Works cooperatively with staff and administrators.
• Incorporates the effective use of available technology.