Permanent Substitute (2026-27 SY)

Position Title

Permanent Substitue

Position Information

Department: Substitutes
Reports to: Coordinator, School Logistics and Substitutes
Work Schedule: 10-month (mid/late July - mid/late May)
Employment Type: Full time, Exempt
Location: Harvey, LA

Position Summary

The Permanent Substitute plays a critical role in ensuring continuity of learning by delivering strong, consistent instruction across classrooms.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver clear, engaging instruction aligned to teacher lesson plans and school expectations
• Maintain a safe, structured, and respectful classroom through strong management practices (e.g., active monitoring, circulation, positive narration)
• Build quick, positive relationships with students across grade levels and subject areas
• Provide in-the-moment feedback to support student learning and behavior
• Ensure continuity of learning by keeping students engaged and on task throughout the class period
• Adapt seamlessly across classrooms, subjects, and routines with minimal preparation time
• Navigate unexpected challenges with professionalism and a solutions-oriented mindset
• Uphold consistent expectations and procedures across all assignments

Professional Responsibilities

• Take accurate attendance and ensure completion and submission of student work
• Communicate effectively with staff to support smooth classroom transitions
• Reflect on performance and actively seek feedback to strengthen practice

CANDIDATE PROFILE QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's Degree preferred, not required
• High School Diploma required
• Strong classroom management and communication skills
• Flexible, solutions-oriented, and quick to adapt
• Reliable, professional, and student-centered
• Committed to maintaining high-quality instruction at all times
• Open to feedback and driven to grow

Culture and Fit

• Believes every student has a path worth investing in - college, a skilled trade, the military, entrepreneurship, the arts, athletics, or something entirely their own
• Holds students to high expectations because they see possibility in every student
• Open to feedback and accountable for outcomes
• Collaborative, dependable, and a consistent presence for students, families, and colleagues

Compensation

• Annual Salary Ranges: $35,000 - $50,000 starting salary depending on degree level, certification, content, previous student outcomes, and experience
• Additional Stipends Available: Employees may be eligible for stipends or supplemental compensation for approved responsibilities that extend beyond the regular duties of their position.
• Raises and Bonuses: We believe exceptional performance should be recognized. Employees may be eligible for performance-based raises and bonuses. Eligibility and award amounts are determined based on demonstrated results, contributions to the organization, available funding, and other relevant factors.

Benefits

• All full-time employees receive the following employee-only coverage:
• Medical: RISE covers 85% of employee-only premiums; employee covers 15% (spouse and dependent costs are the employee's responsibility)
• Dental and Vision: 100% of employee-only premiums covered
• Short and Long-Term Disability: 100% of premiums covered
• 401(k): 100% employer match on first 3% deferred; 50% match on contributions from 3% to 5%; no vesting period