Substitute Teacher Jobs in Blue Island, IL

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.

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Substitute Paraprofessional

  • Evergreen Park, IL (4 miles from Blue Island, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Evergreen Park, IL (4 miles from Blue Island, IL)
  • 4 days ago

Duties Performance Responsibilities: Ability to work effectively in a team environment providing responsive instructional and behavioral support to assigned student(s) Knowledge of positive...

Pre-Kindergarten Long Term Substitute Teacher - 2025/2026 School Year (Donoghue Campus)

  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Blue Island, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Blue Island, IL)
  • 5 days ago

Position Summary: The Pre-Kindergarten Long-Term Substitute Teacher will deliver ambitious instruction in a classroom that incorporates evidence-based analysis of practice in order to assure that all...

.5 FTE Permanent Building Substitute-Elementary Building

  • Hinsdale, IL (16 miles from Blue Island, IL)
  • 15 days ago
  • Hinsdale, IL (16 miles from Blue Island, IL)
  • 15 days ago

Position Type: Substitute Teachers/ Substitute Teacher Date Posted: 8/5/2025 Location: Madison Elementary School Date Available: August 2025    General Responsibilities: Permanent substitutes...

Laboratory Schools: Mandarin/Chinese Long-Term Substitute Teacher - JR29486-3800

  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Blue Island, IL)
  • 16 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Blue Island, IL)
  • 16 days ago

Ability to develop curricula, lesson plans and assessment tools required. Analytical skills required. Problem-solving skills required. Decision-making skills required....

Permanent Building Substitute-Elementary Building

  • Hinsdale, IL (16 miles from Blue Island, IL)
  • 19 days ago
  • Hinsdale, IL (16 miles from Blue Island, IL)
  • 19 days ago

Position Type: Substitute Teachers/ Substitute Teacher Date Posted: 8/1/2025 Location: Oak Elementary School Date Available: August 2025    General Responsibilities: Permanent substitutes are...

Daily Guest Teacher (Substitute Teacher)

  • Naperville, IL (24 miles from Blue Island, IL)
  • 29 days ago
  • Naperville, IL (24 miles from Blue Island, IL)
  • 29 days ago

Deliver lesson plans as instructed by the teacher and/or school administrator. 2....

Day to Day Guest Teacher ($30/per period) 2025-2026

  • Oak Park, IL (17 miles from Blue Island, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Oak Park, IL (17 miles from Blue Island, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

Position Type: Substitute/ Substitute Teacher Date Posted: 7/15/2025 Location: Oak Park and River Forest High School    Job Title : Day to Day Guest (Substitute) Teacher R eports to : Substitute...

Long Term Substitute Teacher - Mathematics Teacher ( 8/12/25 - 11/4/25)

  • Forest Park, IL (16 miles from Blue Island, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Forest Park, IL (16 miles from Blue Island, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

Deliver lesson plans as instructed by the regular classroom teacher and/or school administrator....

Long Term Substitute Teacher - English Teacher ( 8/12/25 - 11/4/25)

  • Forest Park, IL (16 miles from Blue Island, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Forest Park, IL (16 miles from Blue Island, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

Deliver lesson plans as instructed by the regular classroom teacher and/or school administrator....

Long Term Substitute Teacher - Social Studies Teacher ( 8/12/25 - 11/4/25)

  • Forest Park, IL (16 miles from Blue Island, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Forest Park, IL (16 miles from Blue Island, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

Long Term Substitute Teacher - Social Studies Teacher (*8/12/25 - 11/4/25) JobID: 9362 Position Type: High School Teaching/Social Studies - Civ, Econ, Geo, Hist, etc....

Long Term Substitute Teacher - Special Education Teacher ( 8/12/25 - 11/4/25)

  • Forest Park, IL (16 miles from Blue Island, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Forest Park, IL (16 miles from Blue Island, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

Deliver lesson plans as instructed by the regular classroom teacher and/or school administrator....

Long Term Early Childhood Substitute Teacher ($150 per day)

  • Chicago Ridge, IL (6 miles from Blue Island, IL)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Chicago Ridge, IL (6 miles from Blue Island, IL)
  • 90+ days ago

Duties This is a long term Early Childhood substitute teaching position at Ridge Central to start August 18, 2025 through approximately October 10, 2025. The substitute will receive $150 per day....

Long Term Substitute Teacher - Music

  • Norridge, IL (23 miles from Blue Island, IL)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Norridge, IL (23 miles from Blue Island, IL)
  • 90+ days ago

Position Type: Substitute/ Substitute Teacher Date Posted: 5/6/2025 Location: RHS Date Available: August 2025 Closing Date: Until filled    Online application only - August 11, 2025 through...

Long-Term Substitute Teacher Assistant - Special Education Instructional Classroom (through June 4, 2025)

  • Crete, IL (16 miles from Blue Island, IL)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Crete, IL (16 miles from Blue Island, IL)
  • 90+ days ago

Position Type: Substitute/ Substitute Teacher Assistant Date Posted: 4/15/2025 Location: Crete Elementary School Date Available: Immediately Closing Date: Until filled    Daily rate: $150 No...

2025-2026 Anticipated Vacancy: Long-Term Substitute Teacher - Middle School Art

  • Western Springs, IL (15 miles from Blue Island, IL)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Western Springs, IL (15 miles from Blue Island, IL)
  • 90+ days ago

Duties Anticipated Vacancy for the full 2025-2026 school year: Long-Term Substitute Art Teacher for 6th, 7th and 8th grade students at McClure Junior High School. Qualifications Bachelor's or...

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Salary for Substitute Teacher Jobs in Blue Island, IL

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Substitute Teachers in Blue Island, IL offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
45.8%
Master's Degree
39.2%
Associate's Degree
4.9%
Doctorate Degree
3.6%
High School or GED
3.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.5%
Some College
0.5%
Some High School
0.2%


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