Substitute Teacher
About This Role
This support staff member position at Peachtree Academy in Covington offers $85 – $90/Day. The role requires the necessary professional qualifications.
🍎 Long-Term Substitute and on call Teachers Needed – Exciting Opportunity this school year!
Help Us Welcome New Peachtree Babies! 👶💙
Peachtree Prep and Peachtree Academy are looking for three outstanding Long-Term Substitute Teachers for Elementary classes (Prek-5th grade) to join our team this fall while several of our teachers take maternity leave to welcome their newest family members! We have some precious Peachtree babies on the way, and we're looking for caring, dependable, and enthusiastic educators who can step into the classroom for 6–12 week assignments and continue providing exceptional learning experiences for our students.
We are also seeking On-Call Substitute Teachers who enjoy variety and flexibility and can assist across multiple age groups as needed. We offer Prek-12th grade and early learning preschool programs at 4 different campuses in Rockdale and Newton County.
What Makes This Opportunity Special?
✨ Lesson plans are already prepared
✨ Supportive administration and teaching teams
✨ Beautiful campus and classrooms
✨ Opportunity to gain experience with multiple age groups
✨ Flexible assignments and schedules
✨ Potential for future teaching opportunities
Who You'll Teach
Our substitute teachers may work with students in:
👶 Infants & Early Childhood
🧸 Preschool & Pre-K
📚 Elementary School
🎓 Middle School
🎯 High School
No two days are exactly the same, making this a great opportunity for individuals who enjoy learning, variety, and building relationships with students.
What We're Looking For
✔️ Experience working with children in a school, childcare, camp, coaching, tutoring, or youth program setting
✔️ Positive attitude and strong communication skills
✔️ Ability to engage students and maintain a productive learning environment
✔️ Dependable, flexible, and professional
✔️ A heart for helping children learn and grow
✔️ Teaching experience or education background preferred, but we welcome talented individuals with relevant experience
Perfect For
🍎 Retired teachers
🎓 Education majors and recent graduates
👩🏫 Former educators returning to the classroom
⚽ Coaches and youth leaders
📚 Tutors and paraprofessionals
💼 Professionals seeking meaningful part-time or temporary work
We are always accepting applications for this role.
What You'll Do
Instruct students in the classroom according to the lesson plans provided and create supplemental activities to keep students engaged.
Carryout classroom management
Make connections with students in the class
Engage students in learning and fun activities
Requirements
Love for children
Ability to connect with the students
Knowledge of Google Docs
A great smile that is engaging
College experience
Nice to Have
For the older groups / subject specific classes (Math, Spanish, Social Studies, Science, ELA) a degree is preferred.
Benefits
$90 per day for a full day from 7:45 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
The pay rate is based on education level and experience
About Peachtree Academy
About Peachtree Academy
Peachtree Academy is a state-of-the-art private Christian school serving students from Pre-Kindergarten through 12th grade. We are fully accredited at the highest level through Cognia (formerly AdvancED), reflecting our commitment to excellence in academics, leadership, and continuous improvement. At Peachtree Academy, we challenge and inspire students every day through rigorous academics, strong character development, and meaningful growth opportunities. Our faculty members are innovative educators who are passionate about shaping the next generation of leaders and making a lasting difference in the lives of their students. Our students regularly compete in a variety of academic events, including Math Olympics, Creative Writing competitions, Spelling Bees, and Science Fairs. We also offer more than 17 athletic teams, encouraging teamwork, discipline, and school pride. We believe in educating the whole child. Students are encouraged to explore their gifts and talents through a wide variety of extracurricular opportunities, including soccer, football, baseball, archery, language programs, chess, drama, music, and dance.
Why Work at Peachtree Academy
At Peachtree Academy, our teachers are more than educators — they are mentors, leaders, and partners in shaping students’ futures. Our faculty enjoy:
- A supportive and collaborative school culture where parents are required to contribute at least 10 hours of volunteer time each year
- Opportunities to be innovative and bring creativity into the classroom
- Small class sizes that allow teachers to truly build relationships their students
- A leadership team that supports professional growth and development
- The chance to create a lasting impact on students’ lives and the community
- We are looking for passionate educators who believe teaching is a calling, who are excited to inspire young minds, and who want to be part of a school that values excellence, faith, and community.
About Peachtree Prep, our Early Childhood Division
The early childhood division of the school bases its academic program on a weekly unit of study for academic advancement. Teachers use lesson plans to guide the delivery of information and address individual issues of advanced skill levels or areas of improvement that are needed. Parents may supplement the curriculum by bringing in books, materials, or ideas related to the theme for the benefit of the class.
Common Questions
What ECE credentials are required for this position?
This role requires an associate degree required.
What does this position pay?
This Substitute Teacher role pays $85 to $90/Day.
Is this full-time or part-time?
This job is Full Time.
Where is Peachtree Academy located?
Peachtree Academy is located at 14101 Highway 278 E, Covington, GA