Substitute Teacher Jobs in Somerville, 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 - Long-Term Substitute Teacher - Grade 1

  • Parsippany, NJ (22 miles from Somerville, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Parsippany, NJ (22 miles from Somerville, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

Position Type: Substitute/Substitute Teacher Date Posted: 4/25/2025 Location: Knollwood Elementary School Date Available: 08/27/2025 Closing Date: 08/01/2025   Additional Information: Show/Hide...

Long-Term Substitute Teacher

  • Ewing, NJ (23 miles from Somerville, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Ewing, NJ (23 miles from Somerville, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

Develop and maintain skill-appropriate lesson plans. Collaborate with team members to foster an environment of critical thinking and academic rigor....

Leave Replacement Teacher of English

  • Chester, NJ (13 miles from Somerville, NJ)
  • 7 days ago
  • Chester, NJ (13 miles from Somerville, NJ)
  • 7 days ago

The West Morris Regional High School District seeks qualified candidates for the following 2025-2026 anticipated position: WM CENTRAL LEAVE REPLACEMENT TEACHER OF ENGLISH (August 2025 through...

Middle School Special Education Leave Replacement Teacher

  • Metuchen, NJ (16 miles from Somerville, NJ)
  • 9 days ago
  • Metuchen, NJ (16 miles from Somerville, NJ)
  • 9 days ago

Position Type: Special Education/Teacher Date Posted: 3/6/2025 Location: Edgar Middle School   Additional Information: Show/Hide Edgar Middle School Special Education Leave Replacement...

Middle School ELA Leave Replacement Teacher

  • Metuchen, NJ (16 miles from Somerville, NJ)
  • 9 days ago
  • Metuchen, NJ (16 miles from Somerville, NJ)
  • 9 days ago

Position Type: Middle School Teaching/Language Arts Date Posted: 3/17/2025 Location: Edgar Middle School   Additional Information: Show/Hide Edgar Middle School ELA Leave Replacement...

Grade 4 Leave Replacement Teacher - ANTICIPATED

  • East Hanover, NJ (22 miles from Somerville, NJ)
  • 9 days ago
  • East Hanover, NJ (22 miles from Somerville, NJ)
  • 9 days ago

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Anticipated - Long-Term Substitute Teacher - Resource

  • Parsippany, NJ (22 miles from Somerville, NJ)
  • 9 days ago
  • Parsippany, NJ (22 miles from Somerville, NJ)
  • 9 days ago

Position Type: Substitute/Substitute Teacher Date Posted: 2/27/2025 Location: Knollwood Elementary School Date Available: ASAP Closing Date: 03/07/2025   Additional Information: Show/Hide Valid...

Long-Term Substitute Teacher (2022-2023 School Year)

  • Pennington, NJ (19 miles from Somerville, NJ)
  • 9 days ago
  • Pennington, NJ (19 miles from Somerville, NJ)
  • 9 days ago

Long-Term Substitute Teacher (2022-2023 School Year) JobID: 1323 Position Type: Substitute/Substitute Teacher Date Posted: 7/7/2022 Location: Timberlane Middle School Date Available: 09/01/22  &...

Anticipated Opening - Long-Term Substitute - Special Education Teacher - Multiple Disabilities-ABA Classroom

  • Parsippany, NJ (22 miles from Somerville, NJ)
  • 9 days ago
  • Parsippany, NJ (22 miles from Somerville, NJ)
  • 9 days ago

/Hide Requirements: New Jersey Teaching Certification(s): Teacher of the Handicapped OR NJ Instructional Certificate - Elementary Education or Elementary Education K-6 AND Teacher of Students with Disabilities...

Leave Replacement Teacher of Art

  • Maplewood, NJ (23 miles from Somerville, NJ)
  • 12 days ago
  • Maplewood, NJ (23 miles from Somerville, NJ)
  • 12 days ago

Leave Replacement Teacher of Art JobID: 2526 Position Type: High School Teaching/Art Date Posted: 4/17/2025 Location: Columbia High School Date Available: 09/01/2025 Closing Date: Until Filled...

Long-Term Substitute Teacher - Resource

  • Parsippany, NJ (22 miles from Somerville, NJ)
  • 17 days ago
  • Parsippany, NJ (22 miles from Somerville, NJ)
  • 17 days ago

Position Type: Substitute/Substitute Teacher Date Posted: 4/11/2025 Location: Knollwood Elementary School Date Available: 08/27/2025 Closing Date: 08/01/2025   Additional Information: Show/Hide...

Long-Term Substitute Teacher - Grade 3

  • Parsippany, NJ (22 miles from Somerville, NJ)
  • 17 days ago
  • Parsippany, NJ (22 miles from Somerville, NJ)
  • 17 days ago

Position Type: Substitute/Substitute Teacher Date Posted: 4/11/2025 Location: Littleton Elementary School Date Available: 08/27/2025 Closing Date: 08/01/2025   Additional Information: Show/Hide...

Anticipated Opening- Long-term Substitute - Special Education Teacher - Multiple Disabilities

  • Parsippany, NJ (22 miles from Somerville, NJ)
  • 21 days ago
  • Parsippany, NJ (22 miles from Somerville, NJ)
  • 21 days ago

: New Jersey Teaching Certification(s): Teacher of the Handicapped OR NJ Instructional Certificate - Elementary Education or Elementary Education K-6 AND Teacher of Students with Disabilities Asssignment...

Mathematics Long Term Substitute Teacher

  • Millburn, NJ (21 miles from Somerville, NJ)
  • 26 days ago
  • Millburn, NJ (21 miles from Somerville, NJ)
  • 26 days ago

Position Type: Middle School Teaching Date Posted: 4/24/2025 Location: Millburn Township Public Schools Date Available: 08/27/2025 Closing Date: 05/04/2025   Additional Information:...

AIS - Leave Replacement Teacher

  • Princeton, NJ (14 miles from Somerville, NJ)
  • 28 days ago
  • Princeton, NJ (14 miles from Somerville, NJ)
  • 28 days ago

Position Type: Elementary School Teaching/Elementary School Teaching Date Posted: 4/2/2025 Location: Johnson Park Elementary Date Available: 08/26/2025-02/06/2026 Closing Date: Open Until Filled...

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Salary for Substitute Teacher Jobs in Somerville, NJ

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Substitute Teachers in Somerville, NJ offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
45.8%
Master's Degree
39.1%
Associate's Degree
4.9%
Doctorate Degree
3.5%
High School or GED
3.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.5%
Some College
0.6%
Some High School
0.2%


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