Teacher, School Building Substitute (2026-2027)
Company: Journey Community Schools
Location: Memphis
Posted on: February 16, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Journey Community Schools (JCS)
is a Tennessee non-profit corporation serving scholars in grades
kindergarten through 8th grade at our Coleman School, East Academy,
and Northeast Academy campuses. Our Mission is to engage families
and community partners in our scholars' learning journey; cultivate
a safe, positive and joyous learning environment; and empower
teachers and leaders with support to deliver an inclusive,
innovative and rigorous education. Visit Journey Community Schools
for more information (https://myjourneycs.org). The Opportunity:
Behind every successful student is a team of passionate and
dedicated educators. Together, we will change the odds for
underserved students, ensuring that every student is prepared to
excel in all areas of life. As a School Building Substitute at
Journey Community Schools (JCS), you will support the academic and
operational needs of the school. School Building Substitutes will
report to the same building or location every school day filling in
daily absences. School Building Substitutes might serve as
teachers, paraprofessionals or any other positions school leaders
need assistance covering that day. What You Will Do: Serve as a
substitute when needed for absent teachers or other staff Supervise
students both in and out of the classroom Communicate effectively
with school staff, including administrators, teachers, and support
personnel, to address any concerns or issues that arise during the
day Perform various instructional support tasks as assigned to
facilitate the effective teaching of applicable subject matter and
to maintain appropriate classroom environments Provide
tutoring/intervention services for students, as needed Follow the
daily schedule (academic and supervisory), class rolls, lesson
plans, and other information for the day’s activities as provided
by the classroom teacher or school administration Perform a variety
of clerical tasks as assigned by the principal Participate in
meetings and/or assisting with school events as required Perform
other related duties as required and assigned What You Will Bring:
Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Experience working with K?8
students, particularly those reading two or more years behind grade
level Knowledge of child and youth cognitive development and
different learning styles Strong organization skills Ability and
willingness to implement JCS Strategic Practices Strong
communication and community-building skills Ability to thrive in a
fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment; flexible, able to work
autonomously as well as take direction as needed building skills
Ability to accept and implement feedback Ability to collaborate
with colleagues, parents, and community Excellent communication and
interpersonal skills Effective classroom management skills
Education Requirements: Bachelor’s Degree in Education or related
field Experience Requirements: At least one year working with
students as a teacher, teacher intern, or teaching assistant
preferred Compensation Journey Community Schools offers its
employees a competitive salary and benefits, including paid time
off, small payroll contributions for rich benefit plans, life
insurance/short-term and long-term disability, participation in a
TN state retirement plan, tuition reimbursement plan, and adoption
assistance program. Journey Community Schools is an equal
opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of
race, color, gender, religion, age, sexual orientation, national or
ethnic origin, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any
other occupationally irrelevant criteria. JCS promotes affirmative
action for minorities, women, disabled persons, and veterans.
Keywords: Journey Community Schools, Southaven , Teacher, School Building Substitute (2026-2027), Education / Teaching , Memphis, Mississippi
