| Substitute Instructional Assistant |
| GENERAL INFORMATION |
| Title: Substitute Instructional Assistant |
Department: Lynchburg City Schools |
Salary Grade: Substitute Pay Schedule
FLSA Status: Exempt |
| Site/Location: Lynchburg City Schools |
Reports to: Building Administrator |
Date: 1/16/2026 |
| POSITION SUMMARY |
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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.
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| ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS |
- Locate, review and carry out the substitute schedule, procedures, duties and lesson plans.
- Follow lesson plans as left by the contracted teacher.
- Adress 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.
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| LYNCHBURG CITY SCHOOLS COMPETENCIES |
Personal Competencies
- Honesty
- Integrity
- Ethical
- Equity Minded
- Emotional Intelligence
- Cultural Competence
- Safety
- Quality
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Leadership Competencies
- Models Excellent Customer Service
- Thinks Strategically
- Shows Initiative
- Acts Decisively
- Communicates Effectively
- Works Collaboratively
- Resolves Conflict Proactively
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Functional Competencies
- Technical Capabilities
- Computer Literacy
- Data Analysis and Management
- Fiscal Planning and Management
- Project Management
- Strategic Planning
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| EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE |
- Minimum of sixty (60) credit hours from an accredited post-secondary institution or career technical facility, or an Associate’s Degree.
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| KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES |
- Prior experience working with children, preferred.
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| SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY |
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| TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS |
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| 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 |
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| SALARY: |
Please refer to LCS Employee Pay Scales found here: https://www.lcsedu.net/departments/personnel/employee-pay-scales. |
| DAYS: |
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| START DATE: |
2025-26 |
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