Substitute Teacher (REACH) SY 26-27

Position - Substitute Teacher

School - REACH Public Schools

Description:

About REACH

REACH Public Schools will provide a personalized experience to ensure that students are seen, their goals and aspirations are known, and their academic and work-ready development plans are drawn with each unique student's needs in mind. REACH will serve 9th - 12th grade students.

Our Mission

We value each student and recognize their worth as a whole person on their path to graduation and in their community beyond the classroom.

We foster access, connection and agency through personalized learning, empowering students to REACH their greatest potential.

More Info:

• Opening Fall 2026
• Reports to: REACH Principal
• Status: On-Call, Non-Exempt
• Location: Savannah, Georgia
• Grades: 9th - 12th

Position Summary:

The REACH Substitute Teacher is responsible for providing instructional support and maintaining a positive, productive classroom environment in the absence of the regular classroom teacher. The Substitute Teacher will implement lesson plans, supervise students, and support the school's academic and behavioral expectations while ensuring continuity of instruction for students in grades 9-12.

Essential Functions include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Provide high quality, subject specific instruction and academic support.
• Accountable for student work product according to academic calendar.
• Assumes full classroom responsibilities and duties providing direct instruction from the lesson
• Provides instruction to students within a small classroom environment and/or 1 on 1 situation.
• Manage student attendance to ensure academic progress.
• Contact parents/students.
• Grade student work, including essays and projects.
• Provide academic feedback to students.
• Communicate effectively with school staff and administration regarding classroom activities or concerns.
• Communicate with the teacher of record upon their return.
• Provide instructional teaching support to assist center teaching staff as needed.
• Support center with additional grading support.
• Proactively manages personal schedules to support the needs of center(s).

Knowledge, Skill, and Abilities:

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and similar s
• Excellent written & oral communication skills.
• Ability to communicate with co-workers, students/parents, and business contacts in a courteous and professional manner.
• Strong organizational and proofreading skills, with attention to detail.
• Ability to follow up on task commitments and give updates as needed.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure and meet deadlines, while maintaining courtesy and professionalism.

Education and Experience:

• Preferred, associate or bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
• Valid Georgia teaching certificate or paraprofessional certificate preferred.
• Previous experience working with students in a school or youth setting.
• Experience in a charter school or high school environment.
• Preferred familiarity with classroom technology and virtual learning platforms.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

• Ability to remain in a stationary position for extended periods and move throughout the building to observe classrooms and activities.
• Ability to lift up to 20 lbs. occasionally (books, materials, equipment).
• Work may include occasional evening or weekend hours for events, meetings, or emergencies.

How to Apply

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