This day-to-day substitute teacher role at William C. Abney Academy involves leading classrooms when regular teachers are absent. The position requires following lesson plans, maintaining a safe and positive classroom environment, and upholding school routines for students from Developmental Kindergarten through 8th grade.
Responsibilities
Report to the main office at the assigned start time, sign in, and pick up the sub folder, schedule, and keys or badge
Review the teacher's lesson plans, seating chart, class roster, and any student health or behavior notes before students arrive
Deliver lessons and assignments as written by the classroom teacher; use school-approved materials and technology
Take accurate attendance in the school's system at the times required
Maintain a safe, orderly, and respectful classroom using WCAA's behavior expectations and positive reinforcement
Supervise students at all times, including transitions, lunch, recess, arrival, and dismissal duties as assigned
Follow each student's accommodation, IEP/504 support, and medical or allergy instructions as communicated by staff
Follow all safety, emergency, and drill procedures (fire, lockdown, severe weather)
Report injuries, serious behavior incidents, or safety concerns to the office right away
Serve as a mandated reporter: report any suspected child abuse or neglect as required by Michigan law
Keep student information confidential in line with FERPA and school policy
Leave a written end-of-day report for the teacher: lessons completed, work collected, absences, and any concerns
Leave the classroom clean and organized; return keys, badge, and materials to the office before leaving
Cover other assignments as needed by administration (e.g., a different classroom, small groups, or a planning-period cover)
Perform other related duties as assigned
Requirements
A valid Michigan teaching certificate, or at least 60 semester hours of college credit (grade C or better) from an accredited college or university, qualifying for a Michigan Daily Substitute Permit
Michigan Daily Substitute Permit (or eligibility to obtain one before the first assignment)
Successful completion of a criminal background check and fingerprinting, as required for Michigan school employees
Ability to complete WCAA's onboarding (orientation, I-9, and other employment paperwork)
Reliable transportation and a working phone or email for accepting assignments
Nice to have:
Bachelor's degree in education or a related field
Experience working with children in a school, after-school, camp, or childcare setting
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Experience in an urban or diverse school community
Familiarity with classroom technology (projectors, Chromebooks, online learning platforms)
Calm, confident classroom management and the ability to redirect behavior respectfully
Flexibility to step into different grade levels and subjects, often with little notice
Clear verbal and written communication with students, staff, and families
Punctuality, reliability, professional appearance, and conduct
Good judgment in following lesson plans while adjusting when a lesson finishes early or materials are missing
Warmth, patience, and genuine respect for students from all backgrounds
Ability to follow directions and work as part of a school team
Important Details
Job type: Part-time, on-call, as needed
Grades: Developmental Kindergarten (DK) through 8th grade
Duration: 1 – 30 days
Schedule: On-call, school days only. Assignments may be full-day or half-day and may be offered the night before or the morning of
Hours: 8:00 a.m. – 3:20 p.m.
Hiring route: Substitutes are hired directly by William C. Abney Academy
About the Company
Founded in 1998, William C. Abney Academy (WCAA) is a tuition-free public-school academy authorized by Ferris State University. Its mission is to build an innovative learning community that inspires life-long learning and supports the academic and social success of future leaders.
