Lipscomb University·Nashville, Tennessee
Serve as a substitute teacher by delivering lesson plans and providing meaningful instruction to students in the absence of the regular teacher. Maintain a safe, orderly classroom environment and collaborate with school staff to ensure student progress.
Serve as a classroom teacher in the absence of the regular teacher. Responsibilities include supervising students within the classroom and other assigned areas; following lesson plans and delivering group and individual meaningful student instruction within established curriculum guidelines; collaborating with other teacher, other professional staff, and administrators in addressing instructional and/or classroom issues; and on occasion responding to a wide range of inquiries from students, parents, or guardians.
The candidate must be able to implement established curriculum guidelines and manage student behavior effectively. Proficiency in instructional technology and the ability to follow school safety and administrative procedures are required.
Market context
In Tennessee, lower school substitute roles are often needed to keep classrooms covered when teachers are absent, especially in schools that expect consistent routines and behavior support. This role is competitive for candidates who can follow established curriculum guidelines, use instructional technology, and handle school safety and administrative procedures with confidence. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this page, then prepare one example of how you’ve managed student behavior while keeping instruction on track.