Northstar Educational Consulting Group
Atlanta, GA 30312, USA
Dec 11, 2025
Full time
The role of the Substitute Teacher is to deliver high quality lessons to meet the individual needs of all students using a wide range of strategies. Provide a safe classroom learning environment, in keeping with the mission and vision of the school and school leadership team.
Education and/or Experience: Associate degree or 2 years equivalent college and 3 successful years of work experience. Bachelor’s degree or higher from a Professional Standards Commission approved accredited college or university. Experience, and/or training in an educational setting preferred. Certificates, Licenses, Permits: Valid Professional Standards Commission approved certificate in any educational field or an approved professional out of state credential is preferred but required for top assignment rates. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Knowledge of school and state requirements; standardized testing in accordance with and state laws; policies, programs and procedures, basic math, including calculations using fractions, percent, and/or ratios; read technical information, compose a variety of documents, and/or facilitate group discussions; analysis of situations to define issues and draw conclusions; age-appropriate activities; lesson plan requirements; stages of child development; and behavioral management strategies. Skill in effective oral, written, and interpersonal communication; preparing assignments and tests for in-school preparation and homework; maintaining order in a classroom setting; administering discipline policies; counseling students with academic difficulties and behavioral problems; applying assessment instruments; operating standard office equipment including using pertinent software applications; and preparing and maintaining accurate records. Ability to plan and develop course of study suitable for specific grade levels; develop lesson plans incorporating lectures, projects, group
discussions, exhibits, field trips, audiovisual and library resources, computers, and the internet; demonstrate patience. Security & Background Check: All contractors working as substitute teachers must pass a criminal background check.