Skip to main content
Tallo logoTallo logo

Find Jobs

Find Jobs Near You – Available Work in Your Location

Skip to job details
Apply for this opportunity

To apply for this job, you'll continue to an external website or email application.

Fayette County Public Schools TN

Substitute Teacher job in Somerville

Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed

Career Insights for Substitute Teacher

See where this job fits in the broader career landscape. Knowing your career path helps you see what's possible from here.

Scorecard

Based on Tennessee data

Review key factors to help you decide if this role fits your goals. How is this calculated?

Were these scores useful?

What they do

A Substitute Teacher teaches or supervises classes for teachers who are away on leave or sick. May substitute for teachers at several different schools or school districts. May substitute for one day or for a longer term absence; may follow lesson plans developed by the regular teacher, or work with teacher who will be out to create new lesson plans and assignments.

$34,477 / year median in Tennessee

+17% projected growth

Explore Career

Job Description

Somerville, Tennessee -
TN Fayette County Public Schools TN Employer:
Fayette County Public Schools TN Job Ref:
Ref_184377
Country:
United States State:
Tennessee -
TN City:
Somerville Zip Code:
38068 Substitute Teacher Somerville, TN, USAOtherOther In absence of the classroom teacher, to provide students with learning activities designed to help them fulfill their potential while carrying out the plans of the teacher. Qualifications include a High School diploma or above. TN Educator's License preferred or retired teacher. Requirements include the ability to instruct students and manage their behavior, as well as a strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills. The salary is paid on a 3 tier scale depending on education and active licensure. The substitute is required to maintain decorum and professionalism as well as following all rules and regulations. All subs are under the supervision of the building administrator while present at work. A more comprehensive job description is attached.
TITLE:
Substitute Teacher
REPORTS TO
Chief of School TERM:
On call/at will
JOB GOAL
In absence of the teacher, to provide students will learning activities designed to help them fulfill their potential while carrying out the plans of the teacher.
QUALIFICATIONS
  • High School diploma or above
  • TN Educator's License preferred or retired teacher
  • Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior
  • Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES
Job Description:
Substitute Teacher 1. Assume all responsibilities assigned to the classroom teacher. 2. Implement lesson plans provided by the classroom teacher that fulfill the requirements of the district's curriculum program. 3. Be a positive role model for students and support the mission of the school district. 4. Create classroom environment conducive to learning and the social, intellectual, mental, and physical development of the students. 5. By following teacher lesson plans, present subject matter according to the guidelines established by the TN Department of Education, Board policies, and administrative regulations. 6. Manage student behavior as outlined in student code of conduct and abide by substitute handbook. Family
  • Collaboration
  • Perseverance
  • Service P.O. Box 9
  • 10425 Hwy. 76 S
  • Somerville, TN 38068
  • office 901-465-5260
  • fax 901-465-2181
  • www.
fcsk12.net Fayette County Public Schools 7. Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities. 8. Maintain confidentiality regarding students and staff personnel information. 9. Record and turn in money to the office that was collected during the day. 10. Attend and participate in faculty meetings when serving as a long-term substitute. 11. Establish and maintain open communication and professional relationships with parents, students, principals, and teachers. 12. Work cooperatively with special education teachers to modify curriculum as needed for special education students. 13. Perform other duties as may be assigned.
Area of Interest:
Education:
K-12
Job Category:
Higher-Ed/Education Position type:
Full-Time Post Date:
08/31/26