2026 -2027 Substitute Teacher

APPLY TO BE A SUBSTITUTE TEACHER

The process of becoming a substitute teacher is outlined below. These steps are to be completed in order.  ALL UPDATES, NOTIFICATIONS, and APPROVALS will be sent electronically to the email address you provided on your application.

1. Complete an online application. Position must be posted to apply.  If the position is not posted then applications are not currently being accepted.  Substitute teacher positions will be posted 3 times per year; Summer, Fall, and Spring.  Please note references are completed electronically through your online application. A present or past supervisor and/or people you have worked with in the past should be listed as references. Please be sure to enter a complete and correct email address for your references. Notify each reference that they will receive an automated reference questionnaire by email for completion. Encourage them to complete the reference inquiry in timely manner, so that the application process is not delayed/incomplete.  Friends or relatives will not be accepted as references.
2. Complete substitute test requirement (if applicable). Applicants who do not have a four-year degree must pass a 98 question basic screening test and make an acceptable score of 80 or higher before being considered.  Testing is conducted at the the Liberty County Board of Education, 200 Bradwell Street, Hinesville, Georgia 31313.  The test will be administered on the dates listed below beginning promptly at 9:00 a.m.  Late comers will not be seated.  You will be given two hours to complete the test.  Bring proof of identification.  Scores will be emailed to you. Applicants with a four-year degree do not have to test, but must provide official transcripts of a Bachelor’s Degree or higher.
3. Complete the LiveScan (Background Check) process. The LiveScan process should be completed AFTER passing the substitute test. (This includes both finger printing and background check)  If you are exempt from the test, you will be notified by Human Resources as to when to proceed with completion of the LiveScan.  Favorable references and proof of education must be received before proceeding. The LiveScan process must be completed at the Hinesville Police Department. 
4. After HR receives a successful background check, an email notification will be sent to your application account with instructions to register for a four-hour training session at the Liberty County Board of Education. All approved substitute applicants; regardless of certification, status must attend training.
5. Register with the Human Resources Department for Substitute Teacher Training.  Please bring the following documents with you:

• Driver’s License
• Social Security Card (REQUIRED- No other documents can be substituted for your SS card for Payroll purposes. Your social security card must match your legal name.)
• Official Transcripts (Bachelor’s degree or higher.)

Position Description

POSITION TITLE:         Substitute Teacher

QUALIFICATIONS:      High school diploma; valid teacher certificate.

REPORTS TO:             Principal

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:   On-call; as needed                        

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

1. Reports to the building principal or school secretary upon arrival at the shool building.

2. Maintain a positive learning environment and respond to the individual needs of the students.

3. Teaches the lesson outlined and described in the Substitute Teacher's Guide as prepared by the absent teacher.

4. Ensure that district policies are observed during all activities.

5. Create a safe classroom environment that is conducive to learning.

6. Keep all children in the classroom under supervision at all times. 

7. Be familiar with fire exits, fire drill procedures, severe storm and tornado warning procedures. 

8. Review notes for the day, take attendance and follow the lesson plans of the teacher.

9. Maintain confidentiality.

10. Demonstrate the ability to adapt to circumstances.  Exhibit good judgment and use appropriate language or behavior while on assignment.

11. Performs other duties as assigned by the Principal, or Superintendent of Schools. 

12. Abide by state statutes, school board policies and regulations.

13. Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.

14. Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy and administrative regulation.

15. Leave detailed notes for teacher on any issues experienced during the day 

COMPLETED APPLICATION INCLUDES: 

• Completed Liberty County School System on line application;

• Two recommendations from previous supervisors.  (Note: One of the recommendations must be from the most recent or current immediate supervisor);

• Copy of  diploma(s), transcripts, and other relevant information;
• Resume/CV (optional).

LIBERTY COUNTY SCHOOL SYSTEM DOES NOT DISCRIMINATE ON THE BASIS OF SEX, RACE, CREED, AGE,

NATIONAL ORIGIN, MARITAL STATUS OR ANY DISABILITY AS DEFINED BY THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT.

                                                        PROUD TO BE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Salary : $100 - $150