Substitute Teacher Jobs in Clifton, NJ

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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Anticipated: Full Year Elementary Leave Replacement Teacher

  • Watchung, NJ (22 miles from Clifton, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Watchung, NJ (22 miles from Clifton, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

Anticipated: Full Year Elementary Leave Replacement Teacher JobID: 510 Position Type: Elementary School Teaching Date Posted: 8/12/2025 Location: Bayberry School Date Available: 08/26/2025 Closing...

Leave Replacement Teacher of Social Studies

  • Maplewood, NJ (11 miles from Clifton, NJ)
  • 10 days ago
  • Maplewood, NJ (11 miles from Clifton, NJ)
  • 10 days ago

Leave Replacement Teacher of Social Studies JobID: 2538 Position Type: High School Teaching/Social Studies - History Date Posted: 5/1/2025 Location: Columbia High School Date Available: 08/27/2025 Closing...

Upper School Long-Term Substitute Teacher

  • New York, NY (11 miles from Clifton, NJ)
  • 10 days ago
  • New York, NY (11 miles from Clifton, NJ)
  • 10 days ago

Substitute teachers receive a standard rate of $175 per day....

Part-Time Interim Teacher of Visual Arts, Grades 5-8 (.8 time)

  • New York, NY (11 miles from Clifton, NJ)
  • 10 days ago
  • New York, NY (11 miles from Clifton, NJ)
  • 10 days ago

Trinity School, a co-educational, K-12 institution located on Manhattans Upper West Side, seeks a part-time Interim Teacher of Visual Arts, Grades 5-8, beginning September 1, 2025. The ideal...

Substitute Special Education Teacher - Newark, NJ

  • Newark, NJ (9 miles from Clifton, NJ)
  • 12 days ago
  • Newark, NJ (9 miles from Clifton, NJ)
  • 12 days ago

A full-time, leave replacement position is available for a Special Education Teacher to support middle school students in a resource setting. This role requires delivering tailored instruction and...

Substitute Special Ed Teacher - Paterson, New Jersey

  • Paterson, NJ (2 miles from Clifton, NJ)
  • 18 days ago
  • Paterson, NJ (2 miles from Clifton, NJ)
  • 18 days ago

A full-time substitute teaching opportunity is available for a Special Education Teacher to serve as a leave replacement in a middle school resource setting. This position involves providing...

2025-2026 Lower Elementary School Leave Replacement Teacher

  • Brooklyn, NY (14 miles from Clifton, NJ)
  • 25 days ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (14 miles from Clifton, NJ)
  • 25 days ago

What You'll Be Asked To Do Internalize standards-aligned curriculum and content and on a daily basis, teach academically rigorous and culturally relevant lesson plans, materials, and assessments, and...

Interim Teacher Coach Language Arts (September 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025)

  • Orange, NJ (8 miles from Clifton, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Orange, NJ (8 miles from Clifton, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago

Interim Teacher Coach ~ Language Arts (September 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025) JobID: 4401 Position Type: Teacher Coach Date Posted: 7/15/2025 Location: District Date Available: 09/01/2025 Closing...

Long-Term Substitute Teacher - Grade 5

  • Parsippany, NJ (13 miles from Clifton, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Parsippany, NJ (13 miles from Clifton, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago

Position Type: Substitute/Substitute Teacher Date Posted: 7/14/2025 Location: Intervale Elementary School Date Available: 08/27/2025 Closing Date: Until filled   Additional Information: Show...

Elementary Teacher, Kindergarten- Long Term Substitute

  • Rutherford, NJ (4 miles from Clifton, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Rutherford, NJ (4 miles from Clifton, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago

Position Type: Elementary School Teaching/Elementary - Grades K,1, 2, 3 Date Posted: 7/9/2025 Location: Kindergarten Center Date Available: 09/01/2025 Closing Date: until filled...

Leave Replacement Teacher of Math

  • Maplewood, NJ (11 miles from Clifton, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Maplewood, NJ (11 miles from Clifton, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago

Leave Replacement Teacher of Math JobID: 2557 Position Type: Middle School Teaching/Mathematics Date Posted: 5/8/2025 Location: Maplewood Middle School Date Available: 08/27/2025 Closing Date:...

Art Teacher Leave Replacement Teacher

  • Teaneck, NJ (6 miles from Clifton, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Teaneck, NJ (6 miles from Clifton, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago

Art Teacher Leave Replacement Teacher JobID: 1854 Position Type: Elementary School Teaching/Art Date Posted: 7/9/2025 Location: Hawthorne School Closing Date: until filled   Additional...

2025-2026 Certified Long Term Substitute Teacher

  • Englewood, NJ (8 miles from Clifton, NJ)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Englewood, NJ (8 miles from Clifton, NJ)
  • 45+ days ago

Position Type: Substitute/ Substitute Teacher Date Posted: 6/25/2025 Location: District-Wide Position    JOIN THE ENGLEWOOD PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT!...

5th Grade - Maternity Leave Replacement Teacher

  • Haledon, NJ (6 miles from Clifton, NJ)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Haledon, NJ (6 miles from Clifton, NJ)
  • 45+ days ago

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...

Anticipated - LT Substitute - Special Education Teacher - Multiple Disabilities-ABA Classroom

  • Parsippany, NJ (13 miles from Clifton, NJ)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Parsippany, NJ (13 miles from Clifton, NJ)
  • 45+ days ago

: Show/Hide Requirements: Valid New Jersey Teaching Certificate - Teacher of the Handicapped OR NJ Instructional Certificate - Elementary Education or Elementary Education K-6 AND Teacher of Students...

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Salary for Substitute Teacher Jobs in Clifton, NJ

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Highest Education Level

Substitute Teachers in Clifton, NJ 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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