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What is a substitute principal?

A Substitute Principal temporarily assumes the responsibilities of a school principal when they are absent. This includes managing daily operations, addressing student and staff concerns, ensuring a safe learning environment, and enforcing school policies. They may also oversee disciplinary actions, coordinate with teachers, and communicate with parents. The role requires strong leadership, decision-making, and problem-solving skills to maintain continuity in school administration.

What are the typical responsibilities of a substitute principal?

As a Substitute Principal, you are responsible for overseeing daily school operations, ensuring adherence to academic and behavioral standards, and responding to urgent issues or emergencies. Your day may include supervising staff, managing schedules, communicating with parents, and supporting student needs. You'll often collaborate closely with assistant principals, teachers, and support staff to maintain continuity and ensure a safe, productive environment. The role requires the flexibility to step in on short notice and effectively uphold school policies and expectations. Gaining experience as a Substitute Principal can also be a valuable stepping stone for those interested in permanent administrative positions.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a substitute principal?

A Substitute Principal should have a valid administrative credential, experience in educational leadership, and a thorough understanding of school policies and operations. Familiarity with student information systems, incident reporting tools, and district communication platforms is often required. Strong interpersonal skills, decisiveness, and the ability to quickly build rapport with staff, students, and parents set outstanding candidates apart. These capabilities are crucial for maintaining school continuity, safety, and positive culture during a principal's absence.

Infographic showing various Substitute Principal job openings in Virginia as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, 10% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution.

Site Assigned Substitute Teacher

Virginia Beach City Public Schools

Virginia Beach, VA • On-site

$140/day

Full-time, Part-time

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Virginia Beach City Public Schools rating

6.8

Company rating: 6.8 out of 10

Based on 40 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

314th of 640 rated elementary and secondary schools


Job description

Substitute - Teacher
Job Number 3700273676
Start Date
Open Date 08/25/2026
Closing Date 09/08/2026
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Under direction of the school principal, plan and provide for appropriate learning experiences for students. Provide an atmosphere and environment conducive to the intellectual, physical, social and emotional development of individuals to ensure success for every student. Supervise students in a variety of school related settings. Monitor and evaluate student outcomes. Communicate and interact with students, parents, staff and community. Develop, select and modify instructional plans and materials to meet the needs of all students. Maintain appropriate records and follows required procedures and practices. Monitor appropriate use and care of equipment, materials and facilities.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of VBCPS curriculum and techniques for integrating curriculum, VBCPS policies and effective instructional practices; thorough understanding of the teaching and learning process; ability to provide instruction that reflects multiple perspectives and multicultural education; ability to infuse technology into curriculum; ability to work effectively with administrators, colleagues, central office, school based staff, students, parents and community; excellent oral and written communication and human relations skills.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
A minimum of 30 semester credit hours from an accredited college or university.
HOW TO APPLY
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Reports To Principal or Designee
Full Time or Part Time? Full Time
Salary Range: From/To
Certified Teacher: $140.00/Daily (Must hold an active Virginia teaching license)
Non-Certified: $130.00/Daily
Start Date: August 2026
End Date: June 11,2027
FTE 1.000
Start Date August
Additional Job Information
Substitute to be paid for each instructional day that he/she works, not to exceed the number of instructional days on the school calendar from the stated beginning date of temporary employment. Substitutes must report each instructional day to their assigned school at the time specified by their principal and shall fulfill a teacher?s workday. In the event that the school has 100% teacher attendance on a given day, the substitute may be assigned as a substitute for a teacher assistant, security assistant, or cafeteria monitor. In the event of 100% attendance of all staff members, the substitute may be assigned as a resource where needed within the school. Substitutes must be willing to teach all subjects within the school. No guarantee for a position for the 2025-2026 school year.

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