Griffin-Spalding – Long-Term Substitute Teacher

About this role

Griffin-Spalding County Schools, in partnership with Spur Staffing, is seeking a dedicated and professional Long-Term Substitute Teacher to provide instructional continuity during an extended teacher absence. This role is an excellent opportunity for individuals passionate about education to make a meaningful impact in a classroom setting while supporting students through a consistent, structured learning experience. Griffin-Spalding County Schools is committed to maintaining high-quality instruction for every student, and long-term substitutes play a vital role in upholding that standard. The Long-Term Substitute Teacher will assume full day-to-day classroom responsibilities, implementing existing lesson plans, managing student behavior, and maintaining a productive and respectful learning environment. Unlike a traditional day-to-day substitute, this position requires a higher level of commitment, consistency, and professional engagement—you'll get to know your students, track their progress, and become a trusted presence in the school community. This is a role that rewards reliability, adaptability, and a genuine enthusiasm for working with young learners. This position is based in Griffin, Georgia, and operates in alignment with the Griffin-Spalding County Schools calendar and schedule. All candidates must meet Georgia state requirements, including successful completion of a Georgia Gemalto background check, required substitute training, and acknowledgment of the Griffin-Spalding Employee Handbook before beginning work.

A Day in the Life

Your day begins when students arrive—you'll greet them, take attendance, and set the tone for a focused and productive classroom environment. Using the lesson plans and instructional materials left by the classroom teacher, you'll deliver instruction, facilitate learning activities, and assign and explain classwork and homework throughout the day. Between lessons, you'll circulate the room to provide support, answer questions, and keep students on track. You'll handle routine classroom management with confidence, addressing behavioral concerns calmly and consistently in line with school policies. At the end of each day, you'll complete any required reports, document relevant observations about student progress, and communicate important updates to school administration or the returning teacher as needed. Success in this role looks like a classroom that runs smoothly, students who feel supported and engaged, and a school team that trusts you to hold down the fort every single day.

Responsibilities

• Implement and manage instructional plans during the classroom teacher's extended absence, ensuring continuity of learning.
• Deliver classroom instruction and facilitate a variety of learning activities aligned with the existing curriculum.
• Assign, explain, and review classwork and homework, providing clear directions and feedback to students.
• Maintain effective classroom management and student discipline in accordance with school policies and procedures.
• Take accurate daily attendance and follow all school administrative procedures and protocols.
• Monitor student progress, provide constructive feedback, and report observations to school administration and the returning teacher as requested.
• Maintain a safe, structured, and respectful learning environment that supports student well-being and academic growth.
• Complete required reports and communicate relevant classroom information to school staff and administrators in a timely and professional manner.
• Collaborate with school staff, counselors, and support personnel to address individual student needs as they arise.
• Adhere to all Griffin-Spalding County Schools and Spur Staffing policies and procedures at all times.
• Assume full day-to-day classroom responsibilities during an extended teacher absence.
• Greet students, take attendance, and set the tone for a focused and productive classroom environment at the start of the day.
• Use lesson plans and instructional materials left by the classroom teacher to deliver instruction and facilitate activities throughout the day.
• Circulate the room between lessons to provide support, answer questions, and keep students on track.
• Handle routine classroom management, addressing behavioral concerns calmly and consistently in line with school policies.
• Document relevant observations about student progress and communicate important updates to school administration or the returning teacher as needed.

Requirements

Required

• ! Must be at least 21 years of age.
• ! High School Diploma or GED.
• ! Successful completion of the Georgia Gemalto background check.
• ! Completion of required substitute teacher training.
• ! Review and acknowledgment of the Griffin-Spalding Employee Handbook.
• ! Professional appearance and demeanor appropriate for a school environment.
• ! Demonstrated ability to work effectively with students, teachers, and school administrators.
• ! Must meet Georgia state requirements for substitute teachers (including background check, required substitute training, and Employee Handbook acknowledgment) before beginning work.

Preferred

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree, preferably in Education or a related field.
• Previous experience in a classroom, childcare, or youth-focused setting.
• Strong classroom management skills with the ability to maintain structure and engagement.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills for interaction with students, staff, and parents.
• Familiarity with Georgia K-12 academic standards or Common Core curriculum frameworks.
• Comfort with basic classroom technology tools such as projectors, learning management systems, or student response platforms.
• Reliability, adaptability, and genuine enthusiasm for working with young learners.
• High level of commitment, consistency, and professional engagement appropriate to a long-term assignment.
• Ability to implement and manage instructional plans and use lesson plans/materials provided by the classroom teacher.
• Ability to deliver instruction, facilitate learning activities, and assign/explain/review classwork and homework.
• Ability to maintain a safe, structured, and respectful learning environment; effectively manage behavior in accordance with school policies.
• Ability to monitor student progress and provide constructive feedback.
• Ability to take accurate daily attendance and follow all administrative procedures and protocols.
• Ability to complete required reports and communicate relevant classroom information to school staff and administrators in a timely, professional manner.
• Ability to collaborate with school staff, counselors, and support personnel to address individual student needs.
• Ability to greet students and set a focused, productive classroom tone.
• Ability to address behavioral concerns calmly and consistently in line with school policies.
• Availability to work the standard Griffin-Spalding County Schools instructional day and align with the school calendar and assignment schedule.

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