Journey Community Schools·Memphis, Tennessee
The School Building Substitute supports academic and operational needs by filling in for absent teachers and paraprofessionals. Responsibilities include supervising students, implementing lesson plans, and providing tutoring or intervention services.
Journey Community Schools (JCS) is a Tennessee non-profit corporation serving scholars in grades kindergarten through 8th grade at our Coleman School, East Academy, and Northeast Academy campuses. Our Mission is to engage families and community partners in our scholars' learning journey; cultivate a safe, positive and joyous learning environment; and empower teachers and leaders with support to deliver an inclusive, innovative and rigorous education. Visit Journey Community Schools for more information (https://myjourneycs.org [https://myjourneycs.org]).
Behind every successful student is a team of passionate and dedicated educators.
Together, we will change the odds for underserved students, ensuring that every student is prepared to excel in all areas of life.
As a School Building Substitute at Journey Community Schools (JCS), you will support the academic and operational needs of the school.
School Building Substitutes will report to the same building or location every school day filling in daily absences.
School Building Substitutes might serve as teachers, paraprofessionals or any other positions school leaders need assistance covering that day.
Serve as a substitute when needed for absent teachers or other staff
Supervise students both in and out of the classroom
Communicate effectively with school staff, including administrators, teachers, and support personnel, to address any concerns or issues that arise during the day
Perform various instructional support tasks as assigned to facilitate the effective teaching of applicable subject matter and to maintain appropriate classroom environments
Provide tutoring/intervention services for students, as needed
Follow the daily schedule (academic and supervisory), class rolls, lesson plans, and other information for the day’s activities as provided by the classroom teacher or school administration
Perform a variety of clerical tasks as assigned by the principal Participate in meetings and/or assisting with school events as required Perform other related duties as required and assigned
Journey Community Schools offers its employees a competitive salary and benefits, including paid time off, small payroll contributions for rich benefit plans, life insurance/short-term and long-term disability, participation in a TN state retirement plan, tuition reimbursement plan, and adoption assistance program.
Journey Community Schools is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, age, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other occupationally irrelevant criteria. JCS promotes affirmative action for minorities, women, disabled persons, and veterans.
A Bachelor's Degree in Education or a related field is required. Preference is given to candidates with at least one year of experience working with students as a teacher or assistant.
Market context
In Tennessee, classroom teacher roles are often shaped by steady school staffing needs and the need to support student learning across grade levels. These positions can be competitive because districts look for candidates who meet state-aligned education or testing requirements and can bring classroom experience, basic technology skills, and student support experience. Review the AI-summarized job requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then confirm which qualification path you meet before applying.
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