Substitute Teacher Jobs
A Substitute Teacher steps into the role of a regular Elementary Teacher when they are absent, ensuring the continuity of education for students. The Substitute Teacher plans and delivers lessons according to the regular teacher's curriculum plans, manages the classroom, and maintains a positive, engaging learning environment. They must have the ability to adapt quickly and carry out the lesson plans left by the regular teacher effectively. They also evaluate student progress and provide feedback on their performance.
Substitute teachers should have strong communication, organization and problem-solving skills. Knowledge of instructional techniques and child development is also crucial. At minimum, a Bachelor's degree is required, and some states may require a Substitute Teaching Certificate or Teaching Credential. Individuals may gain experience in roles such as a Teaching Assistant, Tutor or Child Care Worker before becoming a substitute teacher. This provides them with exposure and understanding of the school environment and the responsibilities involved in teaching.
ANTICIPATED - Long Term Substitute - Teacher of Special Education / Social Studies
- Englishtown, NJ
- 1 hour ago
- Englishtown, NJ
- 1 hour ago
/ Social Studies Candidate must hold New Jersey certifications in: Teacher of the Handicapped or Teacher of Students with Disabilities and Teacher of Social Studies Salary - BA - Step 1 - $70,245.00...
ANTICIPATED - Long Term Substitute - Teacher of Biology
- Englishtown, NJ
- 1 hour ago
- Englishtown, NJ
- 1 hour ago
Position Type: High School Teaching/ Science - Biology Date Posted: 6/30/2025 Location: Freehold Regional High School District ANTICIPATED - Long Term Substitute - Teacher of Biology Candidate...
Long Term Substitute Teacher of the Deaf/Hard of Hearing
- Doylestown, PA
- 1 hour ago
- Doylestown, PA
- 1 hour ago
Job Summary\: The Teacher of the Deaf and Hearing Impaired will assess needs, then plan and deliver evidence - based supports to students with hearing impairments across a variety of educationa l...
Early Childhood Substitute Teacher - Year Round - Occasional
- Meeker, CO
- 5 hours ago
- Meeker, CO
- 5 hours ago
POSITION SUMMARY The Steamboat Child Care Center is looking for dedicated and flexible substitute teachers to join our new team!...
Full-Time Elementary Substitute Teacher - Regular Teacher Contract and Benefits
- Fremont, NE
- 5 hours ago
- Fremont, NE
- 5 hours ago
Full-Time Elementary Substitute Teacher - Regular Teacher Contract and Benefits Posted: June 25, 2025 Fremont Public Schools is currently accepting applications for a Full-Time Elementary Substitute...
FY26: Long-Term Substitute Teacher, Kindergarten, Clopper Mill ES, (Full Time)
- Germantown, MD
- 6 hours ago
- Germantown, MD
- 6 hours ago
FY26: Long-Term Substitute Teacher, Kindergarten, Clopper Mill ES, (Full Time) (25004Q5) Job Description FY26: Long-Term Substitute Teacher, Kindergarten, Clopper Mill ES, (Full Time) Job Specific Information...
The PCM School District will be needing a Long-Term Substitute ELA Teacher in our middle school starting in August 2025. Pay for this position is to be determined. Full teaching license or...
JOB TITLE: SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER REPORTS TO: Principal SUPERVISES: Students NATURE AND SCOPE OF THE JOB : Assumes professional responsibility for providing specialized learning experiences and...
The following vacancy exists in Goshen Community Schools for the 2025-26 school year: Elkhart County Special Education Cooperative Long Term Substitute Teacher - Preschool POSITION PURPOSE: Instructs...
Long Term Elementary Substitute Posted: June 27, 2025 We are seeking a dedicated and caring Long-Term Substitute Teacher to join our team while a staff member is on medical leave....
Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and translates lesson plans into learning experiences so as to best utilize the available time for instruction Conducts ongoing assessment of student...
Teaches lesson plan as outlined by the absent teacher. Demonstrates knowledge and incorporates technology in daily tasks, as required....
The guest teacher must effectively manage the classroom and provide instruction for students following the regular teacher's lesson plans, lesson plans developed by the school grade-level PLC or lesson...
Middle School Social Studies Program Description At the Frances Xavier Warde School (FXW), our 8th grade social studies program provides students with a rigorous curriculum....
Central is looking to fill a position for Long Term Substitute Teacher - Physics....
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Substitute Teachers offer the following education backgroundQualifications / Skill Sets
The following top skills are often required or desired to land a Substitute Teacher position
- Small Group Instruction
- Preschool
- Differentiated Instruction
- Parent Conferences
- Instructional Strategies
- Early Childhood Education
- Common Core State Standards
- Elementary Education
- Social Studies
- Lesson Planning
- Classroom Management
- Responsive Classroom
- Project Based Learning
- English for Speakers of Other Languages
- Curriculum Planning
- Individualized Education Program
- Child Development
- Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics
- Alternative Education
- Special Education
- Social and Emotional Learning
- Behavior Management
- Behavior Intervention
- Applied Behavior Anyalysis
- Special Needs
- Curriculum Development
- Music
- Educating
- First Aid
- Reading
- Math
- Background Checks
- Teaching
- High School Diploma
- Employee Development
- Mentoring
- Collaboration
- Events
- Flexibility
- Education Experience
- Bachelor's Degree
- Filing
- Regulations
- English
- Spanish
- Problem Solving
- Bilingual
- Research Skills
- Staff Supervision
- Organization
- Scheduling
- Leadership
- Communication Skills
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