What are the responsibilities and job description for the Long-Term Substitute Teacher - Science position at FORT HILL COMMUNITY SCHOOL?
FLSA Status: Exempt
Site/Location: Fort Hill Community School
Reports to: Building Administrator
Date: 08/11/2025
POSITION SUMMARY
Provide continuity in the classroom instructional program in support of the school division's essential comprehensive educational program by carrying out the daily routine and instructional objectives of professional certified staff in their absence.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Locate, review and carry out the substitute schedule, procedures, duties and lesson plans.
- Follow lesson plans as left by the contracted teacher.
- Address the various learning styles of students.
- Implement strategies, activities and techniques for promoting quality student performance in both academic and social behavior based on student's prior knowledge and experience.
- Contribute to and manage an individual program plan for students with special needs.
- Create and maintain a climate of respect and fairness for all students.
- Demonstrate fair and ethical judgements.
- Apply appropriate consequences for inappropriate student behavior.
- Display problem-solvinig, cooperative negotiating skills, and conflict resolution strategies.
- Use classroom instruction time appropriately and wisely.
LYNCHBURG CITY SCHOOLS COMPETENCIES
Personal Competencies
- Honesty
- Integrity
- Ethical
- Equity Minded
- Emotional Intelligence
- Cultural Competence
- Safety
- Quality
Leadership Competencies
- Models Excellent Customer Service
- Thinks Strategically
- Shows Initiative
- Acts Decisively
- Communicates Effectively
- Works Collaboratively
- Resolves Conflict Proactively
Functional Competencies
- Technical Capabilities
- Computer Literacy
- Data Analysis and Management
- Fiscal Planning and Management
- Project Management
- Strategic Planning
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- Minimum of sixty (60) credit hours from an accredited post-secondary institution or career technical facility, or an Associate’s Degree.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Prior experience working with children, preferred.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY
- None
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS
- None
WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to frequently stand; sit; walk; talk or hear; use hands to finger, handle, type, or feel; and stoop, kneel, or crouch.
OTHER DUTIES
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
AAP/EEO STATEMENT
LCS is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.
JOB STATUS:
OPEN
SALARY:
Please refer to LCS Employee Pay Scales found here: https://www.lcsedu.net/departments/personnel/employee-pay-scales .
DAYS:
START DATE:
2025-2026