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.
Implement lesson plans left by the regular teacher and create engaging and effective lessons as needed....
Teacher Buckeye Elementary Certification: P-3 Early Childhood or K-8 Kindergarten - Elementary...
Job Number: V2... Start Date: 2024-03-05T00:00:00 End Date: 2024-02-25T00:00:00 Description: TEMPORARY SUBSTITUTE SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER(This position may turn into a Leave Replacement...
Long Term Substitute Teacher: Kindergarten
- Virginia Beach, VA
- 6 hours ago
- Virginia Beach, VA
- 6 hours ago
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Long Term Substitute Teacher of Health and Physical Education
- Woolwich Township, NJ
- 6 hours ago
- Woolwich Township, NJ
- 6 hours ago
Long Term Substitute Teacher of Health and Physical Education JobID: 382 Position Type: Middle School Teaching/Physical Education Date Posted: 6/16/2025 Location: Kingsway Regional Middle School ...
SUBSTITUTE PARAPROFESSIONAL 6 HOURS/DAY ON-CALL Do you enjoy working with school-aged children? Do you enjoy tutoring and helping others learn? An ideal candidate is an eager learner, helpful,...
Under the direction of the principal, collaborates with teachers to create weekly lesson plans....
Long Term Substitute Teacher - High School (25-26)
- San Jose, CA
- 11 hours ago
- San Jose, CA
- 11 hours ago
This includes daily lesson planning, intentional curriculum design, and regular data analysis to help all students learn and grow....
Grade Long-Term Substitute Teacher....
SUPERVISED BY: School Principal/Assistant Principal ESSENTIAL JOB ELEMENTS : Teach the approved Eagle County School District RE50J curriculum based on lesson plans provided by the regular classroom...
Long-Term Guest Teacher Sub (Non-Certified)/ MS Social Studies/ (25-26) EOY
- Charlotte, NC
- 16 hours ago
- Charlotte, NC
- 16 hours ago
The non-certified long-term guest teacher substitute will effectively manage the classroom and provide instruction for students based on teacher provided lesson plans, school provided lesson plans,...
Long-Term Substitute - Elementary Teacher - Special Education (Anticipated 10/10/2025 - 04/10/2026)
- Watertown, MA
- 16 hours ago
- Watertown, MA
- 16 hours ago
Creates lesson plans aligned with current state and district standards, which drives instruction through formative assessment and differentiation....
2025-2026 - Classified Paraprofessional Substitute
- Ellensburg, WA
- 16 hours ago
- Ellensburg, WA
- 16 hours ago
POSITION: CLASSIFIED SUBSTITUTE LOCATION: ELLENSBURG SCHOOL DISTRICT QUALIFICATIONS: Must have high school diploma or GED. Demonstrated successful experience with youth. An OSPI successful...
Long-Term Substitute Teacher for 7th and 8th Grade Humanities and Advisor (Maternity Leave)
- Petaluma, CA
- 20 hours ago
- Petaluma, CA
- 20 hours ago
This position will involve lesson planning, instruction, assessment, and collaboration with fellow teachers and staff....
NPESC is looking for a long-term substitute teacher or Intervention Specialist, to sub for a preschool teacher in Genoa Local Schools....
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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
- Instructional Strategies
- Parent Conferences
- Common Core State Standards
- Early Childhood Education
- Elementary Education
- Social Studies
- Lesson Planning
- Classroom Management
- Responsive Classroom
- SMART Board
- English for Speakers of Other Languages
- Project Based Learning
- Curriculum Planning
- Individualized Education Program
- Child Development
- Alternative Education
- Special Education
- Social and Emotional Learning
- Behavior Management
- Behavior Intervention
- Applied Behavior Anyalysis
- Special Needs
- Curriculum Development
- Music
- Educating
- First Aid
- Reading
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
- Background Checks
- Math
- High School Diploma
- Teaching
- Collaboration
- Events
- Mentoring
- Flexibility
- Employee Development
- Bachelor's Degree
- Education Experience
- Filing
- English
- Spanish
- Regulations
- Problem Solving
- Bilingual
- Research Skills
- Staff Supervision
- Organization
- Scheduling
- Leadership
- Communication Skills
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