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Lower School Substitute Teacher at Lipscomb University

Posted in Other 30+ days ago.

Location: Nashville, Tennessee





Job Description:


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Posting Number
Position Lower School Substitute Teacher
Primary Responsibility

Serving as a classroom teacher in the absence of the regular teacher. Responsibilities include supervising students within the classroom and other assigned areas; following lesson plans and delivering group and individual meaningful student instruction within established curriculum guidelines; collaborating with other teacher, other professional staff, and administrators in addressing instructional and/or classroom issues; and on occasion responding to a wide range of inquiries from students, parents, or guardians.

Education Bachelor's Degree
Experience Less than 6 months
Job Related Skills

Perform multiple, highly complex, technical tasks. Specific skill-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: applying assessment instruments; operating standard office equipment including using pertinent software applications; and preparing and maintaining accurate records and notes for regular classroom teacher.

Desired Start Date 06/15/2020
Position End Date (if temporary)
Open Date 06/15/2020
Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Additional Comments & Information
About Lipscomb University and Lipscomb Academy

Lipscomb University is a Christian institution committed to creating students whose academic excellence, faith and practice, and community service reflect our ideals of global citizenship. Our mission is to integrate Christian faith and practice with academic excellence, not only in the classroom but also by involvement in numerous services to the church and the larger community. It is a place that sees the city as our campus and the world as our classroom. This is what grounds us, and it is also what has grown us.





The institution includes both Lipscomb University and Lipscomb Academy. The University enrolls more than 4,600 students, has a 10-year growth rate from 2007-2017 of almost 70 percent and offers students an intellectually challenging academic program of study that includes eight bachelor's degrees with over 100 majors spanning the liberal arts to programs of study in pre-professional and professional disciplines, 24 master's degrees in 70 fields of study, four education specialist degrees and three doctoral degrees. Each year, Lipscomb students contribute an average of 60,000 hours of service to nonprofits and organizations. Classified as a national university by U.S. News & World Report, Lipscomb University is classified as a doctoral university by the Carnegie Foundation, placing it among 7 percent of schools nationwide.




Lipscomb Academy is a leader in PreK-12th schools in the Nashville area and enrolls over 1,200 students in academic programs from 2-year-olds to 12th grade where students are equipped to love to learn, learn to love, and live to serve. Lipscomb Academy's mission as a Christ-centered PreK-12th grade institution has been greater than shaping the minds of children; we guide children to discover their God-given gifts and passions, to develop as a whole person and to become a positive influence in their local and the greater global community. Throughout its existence, the Academy has benefitted from its unique association with Lipscomb University through access to its college-level professors, equipment and resources while delivering rigorous academic opportunities and offering compelling and competitive athletic programs all wrapped in an environment grounded in spiritual formation.




In addition to Lipscomb's residential campuses in the Green Hills area of Nashville, Tennessee, there are two satellite locations and numerous online programs. At the heart of Lipscomb University are more than 860 full-time faculty and staff at the University and 160 full-time faculty and staff at the Academy who are committed to creating a lasting impact beyond the campus, serving the good of humanity to the glory of God. As you learn more about Lipscomb, we hope you find it to be a place that is joyfully and energetically committed to God and a place where you truly want to share and invest your talents and skills.




Nondiscrimination Statement

Lipscomb University complies with all applicable federal and state nondiscrimination laws and does not engage in prohibited discrimination on the basis of race, religion, sex, age, color, national or ethnic origin, or disability in the administration of its educational policies, programs and activities.

Hiring Statement Lipscomb Academy is a private, Christian K-12 school associated with the fellowship of the Church of Christ and governed by religious tenets held by the Church of Christ. Preference will be given to applicants who are members of the Church of Christ.




Typical Duties and Responsibilities








Description of Tasks Performed

Reports to school office at beginning of school day to check in and obtain required materials/schedule of classes and again at the end of the school day to return materials. Follows sign out procedures as prescribed by the principal.







Description of Tasks Performed

Carries out directions in the lesson plans left by the regular classroom teacher.







Description of Tasks Performed

Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interest of the students.







Description of Tasks Performed

Guides the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals, objectives, scope and sequence and learning targets as indicated in the lesson plans.







Description of Tasks Performed

Employs instructional methods and materials that are most appropriate for meeting learning targets. This includes proficiency in instructional technology and related resources.







Description of Tasks Performed

Assesses student progress towards learning targets, objectives, expectations, and/or goals for the purpose of providing feedback to students, the regular classroom teacher and administration.







Description of Tasks Performed

Maintains a neat and orderly classroom. Straightens chairs, tables, instructional materials and equipment, etc.







Description of Tasks Performed

Takes attendance in accordance with school procedures.







Description of Tasks Performed

Manages student behavior for the purpose of providing a safe and optimal learning environment. Indicates to students at the beginning of class the basic expectations for behavior. Insures that the students are never left unattended in the classroom. Knows emergency evacuation routes for the classrooms assigned, and related school procedures and regulations. Monitors students in a variety of educational environments (e.g. classroom, cafeteria, playground, school grounds, hallways, restrooms, field trips, etc.) for the purpose of providing a safe and positive learning environment.







Description of Tasks Performed

Works cooperatively with instructional staff, other school personnel and parents for the purpose of improving the overall quality of student outcomes.







Description of Tasks Performed

Demonstrates and differentiates methods required to perform classroom and/or subject specific assignments for the purpose of providing an effective lesson that addressing individual student requirements.







Description of Tasks Performed

Prepares a variety of feedback to the regular teacher (e.g. grades, student behavior, communication with parents and students, examinations and quizzes, etc.) for the purpose of documenting student compliance and performance.







Description of Tasks Performed

Reports incidents for the purpose of maintaining personal safety of students, providing a positive learning environment and adhering to school policies.







Description of Tasks Performed

Responds to emergency situations for the purpose of resolving immediate safety concerns and/or directing to appropriate personnel for resolution.







Description of Tasks Performed

Perform basic math, possibly including calculations using fractions, percents, and/or ratios depending on grade level; read technical information, facilitate group discussions; and analyze situations to define issues and draw conclusions. Specific knowledge-based competencies include age appropriate activities; lesson plan requirements; stages of child development; and behavioral management strategies.







Description of Tasks Performed

Schedule activities, gather, collate, and/or classify data; and use job-related equipment. Flexibility is required to work in a wide variety of circumstances; analyze data utilizing defined but different processes; and operate

equipment using standardized methods. Ability is also required to work with a diversity of individuals and/or groups; work with data of varied types and/or purposes; and utilize specific, job-related equipment. Problem solving is required to analyze issues and create action plans. Problem solving with data frequently requires independent interpretation of guidelines; and problem solving with equipment is moderate. Specific ability-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: establishing and maintaining constructive relationships; adapting to changing work priorities; maintaining confidentiality; exhibiting tact

and patience; and working flexible hours.






Supplemental Questions



Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).




  1. What grade ranges are you interested substitute teaching in?

    • PreK2, PreK3, PreK4, Kindergarten

    • First - fifth grade

    • Either Option is Fine



Documents Needed to Apply



Required Documents

Optional Documents


  1. Resume

  2. Cover Letter


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