Daily Building Substitute (2026-2027)

About the role

The Daily Building Substitute implements an instructional program as set forth by the classroom teacher and is responsible for adhering to the duties and responsibilities of a teacher or other specified staff member as outlined in the Stafford County School Board Policies and Regulations.

Responsibilities

• Provide classroom support and perform all duties and responsibilities of the regular teacher staff unless released by the principal or designee, completing a full teaching day according to the hours for the specific school level and providing a summary of the day’s activities for the classroom teacher.
• Maintain an organized program of instruction based on lesson plans provided by the teacher, communicate lesson objectives and importance to students, preserve regular classroom routine, and implement fair and consistent methods for managing student behavior.
• Utilize a variety of appropriate teaching techniques, materials, and resources for instructional purposes in and out of class to adapt and adjust presentation of subject content to students’ needs and interests.
• Develop a resource of materials appropriate to various academic levels to augment teacher’s prepared lesson plans as necessary.
• Assume responsibility for care of materials, equipment, and facilities to maintain a neat, safe environment for students in the teacher’s absence, leaving the room and materials neat and orderly.
• Practice and promote positive interaction with and among students to demonstrate enthusiasm for learning.
• Demonstrate interest in students and planned instructional activities while encouraging self-direction and self-motivation.
• Meet physical demands: regularly lift/carry 1–25 lbs, occasionally 26–50 lbs, rarely 50+ lbs; regularly push/pull 1–25 lbs, occasionally 26–50 lbs, rarely 50+ lbs; frequently stand, sit, walk, reach; occasionally turn/twist, balance/climb, stoop/kneel, rarely crouch/crawl.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university preferred.
• Experience: Must be at least 19 years of age or in second year of college; high school substitutes must be at least 21 years of age or in senior year of college.

Skills

• Knowledge of School and School Board policies, regulations, and Substitute Teacher onboarding/training guidelines; classroom management strategies.
• Effective written, verbal, or other communication; thorough knowledge of English grammar and usage; ability to address criticism appropriately and develop constructive outcomes.
• Ability to work cooperatively in a team, organize and perform work independently, meet deadlines while handling multiple projects, and show sustained effort and enthusiasm in quality and quantity of work.

Core Expectations

• Engage in ongoing professional development relevant to the position.
• Respond promptly and thoroughly to written and oral requests for information.
• Maintain a clean, neat appearance and dress appropriate to position and duties.
• Maintain appropriate attendance and punctuality.
• Serve as a role model for students, colleagues, and the general public.
• Work in close harmony with supervisor(s) and colleagues.
• Comply with all division policies and regulations, including confidentiality, professional conduct, and site‑based procedures.

Pay

Salary range: $24,975 to $49,117.50 per year.

Schedule

Work calendar: 185‑day service schedule (full‑time).