Substitute Teacher Jobs
Substitute Teacher jobs are open across K-12 public schools, charter schools, and private institutions, from day-to-day classroom coverage to long-term assignments, with specializations in special education, STEM subjects, and early childhood. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Position Type:
Substitute/Long-Term Substitute Teacher
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Date Posted:
10/30/2026
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Location:
Urbana Middle School
Work Year Calendar and Hours
- Non-Benefited
- Position available tentatively from Monday, November 2, 2026 - To be determined.
- Daily work hours: 7:45 am - 3:15 pm
Salary
- $24.16 per hour
Role
Long Term Substitute Teachers are responsible for practices and behaviors which demonstrate necessary teaching competencies, effective classroom management, positive personal qualities, and other instructional matters. The role of the long-term substitute teacher is to ensure that all students have equal instructional opportunities and to create a classroom environment in which teaching and learning are challenging, dynamic, and comprehensive. The teaching of the essential curriculum of each teacher's discipline is grounded in the understanding that the aim of education is personal growth, the development of individual talents, abilities, and values; the acquisition of knowledge; and the pursuit of understanding.
Essential Functions
Reporting directly to the school principal, the long-term substitute teacher performs the following duties:
- Provide for instructional needs and interests of students with the aid of appropriate and effective daily lesson planning.
- Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and where classroom time is utilized effectively.
- Demonstrate the use of a variety of teaching techniques and the use of a variety of instructional resources and materials to implement approved curriculum.
- Use evaluation effectively to promote student growth and development intellectually, physically, socially, and emotionally.
- Demonstrate fair, firm, and consistent behavior towards students and promote self-discipline among students.
- Demonstrate effective communication skills and positive interpersonal relations with students, parents, staff, and community.
- Guide the learning process toward the achievement of school system goals and objectives by following school board policies and administrative procedures.
- Assist administration and other staff members in reaching the mission for the school by applying ethical standards in professional relationships.
- Strive to maintain and improve professional competencies.
- Supervise students in a variety of school settings.
- Maintain appropriate records.
- Monitor appropriate use and care of equipment, materials, and facilities.
- Regular and predictable attendance.
Performs other duties as assigned by the school principal.
Required Qualifications
Education/Training/Experience
- An Associate's degree or 60 college credits.
Certification/License
None.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
- Knowledge and use of culturally responsive practices.
- Knowledge of community resources.
- Regular and predictable attendance.
- Capability to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to speak in an understandable voice with sufficient volume to be heard in normal conversation and on the telephone and in addressing groups.
- Ability to travel to school and other local locations, as well as state meetings, sometimes with little notice.
- Ability to maintain emotional control under stress.
- Ability to spend long hours sitting.
- Ability to reach with hands and arms.
- Sufficient manual dexterity to grasp, handle, manipulate, and/or feel objects and use office technology.
- Sufficient mobility to move about the work area.
- Sufficient vision to read and comprehend printed materials, see distant objects with clarity, and identify and distinguish objects.
- Sufficient hearing to hear and comprehend conversations in person and on the telephone, as well as distinguish sounds up to twenty (20) feet.
- Occasionally climb or balance.
- Occasionally stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
- Occasionally lift fifteen (15) pounds.
Work Environment
Moderate noise (examples: classroom/office environment with computers, printers, and telephones; regular conversations within classrooms/offices, cubicles, hallways, and conference rooms; meetings one-on-one, in small groups, and large settings, etc.).
Preferred Qualifications
Education/Training/Experience
- Possess a Bachelor's/Master's Degree from an accredited institution.
- Demonstrated outstanding written and oral communication skills.
- Capable of performing the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.
Certification/License
Possess MSDE issued professional teacher certificate with the appropriate content endorsement.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
- Bilingual (Spanish).
- Familiarity with the FCPS policies, goals and programs.
FREDERICK COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
THIS JOB DESCRIPTION HAS BEEN WRITTEN TO INDICATE THE GENERAL NATURE AND LEVEL OF WORK PERFORMED BY AN EMPLOYEE HOLDING THIS POSITION. IT IS NOT WRITTEN TO INCLUDE OR BE INTERPRETED TO INCLUDE A COMPREHENSIVE INVENTORY OF ALL DUTIES, RESPONSIBILITIES, AND QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED OF THE EMPLOYEE. NOTHING IN THIS DESCRIPTION RESTRICTS MANAGEMENT'S RIGHT TO ASSIGN OR REASSIGN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OR ADD REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AT ANY TIME.-
Position Type:
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Position Type:
Substitute/Long-Term Substitute Teacher
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Date Posted:
10/30/2026
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Location:
Urbana Middle School
Work Year Calendar and Hours
- Non-Benefited
- Position available tentatively from Monday, November 2, 2026 - To be determined.
- Daily work hours: 7:45 am - 3:15 pm
Salary
- $24.16 per hour
Role
Long Term Substitute Teachers are responsible for practices and behaviors which demonstrate necessary teaching competencies, effective classroom management, positive personal qualities, and other instructional matters. The role of the long-term substitute teacher is to ensure that all students have equal instructional opportunities and to create a classroom environment in which teaching and learning are challenging, dynamic, and comprehensive. The teaching of the essential curriculum of each teacher's discipline is grounded in the understanding that the aim of education is personal growth, the development of individual talents, abilities, and values; the acquisition of knowledge; and the pursuit of understanding.
Essential Functions
Reporting directly to the school principal, the long-term substitute teacher performs the following duties:
- Provide for instructional needs and interests of students with the aid of appropriate and effective daily lesson planning.
- Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and where classroom time is utilized effectively.
- Demonstrate the use of a variety of teaching techniques and the use of a variety of instructional resources and materials to implement approved curriculum.
- Use evaluation effectively to promote student growth and development intellectually, physically, socially, and emotionally.
- Demonstrate fair, firm, and consistent behavior towards students and promote self-discipline among students.
- Demonstrate effective communication skills and positive interpersonal relations with students, parents, staff, and community.
- Guide the learning process toward the achievement of school system goals and objectives by following school board policies and administrative procedures.
- Assist administration and other staff members in reaching the mission for the school by applying ethical standards in professional relationships.
- Strive to maintain and improve professional competencies.
- Supervise students in a variety of school settings.
- Maintain appropriate records.
- Monitor appropriate use and care of equipment, materials, and facilities.
- Regular and predictable attendance.
Performs other duties as assigned by the school principal.
Required Qualifications
Education/Training/Experience
- An Associate's degree or 60 college credits.
Certification/License
None.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
- Knowledge and use of culturally responsive practices.
- Knowledge of community resources.
- Regular and predictable attendance.
- Capability to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to speak in an understandable voice with sufficient volume to be heard in normal conversation and on the telephone and in addressing groups.
- Ability to travel to school and other local locations, as well as state meetings, sometimes with little notice.
- Ability to maintain emotional control under stress.
- Ability to spend long hours sitting.
- Ability to reach with hands and arms.
- Sufficient manual dexterity to grasp, handle, manipulate, and/or feel objects and use office technology.
- Sufficient mobility to move about the work area.
- Sufficient vision to read and comprehend printed materials, see distant objects with clarity, and identify and distinguish objects.
- Sufficient hearing to hear and comprehend conversations in person and on the telephone, as well as distinguish sounds up to twenty (20) feet.
- Occasionally climb or balance.
- Occasionally stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
- Occasionally lift fifteen (15) pounds.
Work Environment
Moderate noise (examples: classroom/office environment with computers, printers, and telephones; regular conversations within classrooms/offices, cubicles, hallways, and conference rooms; meetings one-on-one, in small groups, and large settings, etc.).
Preferred Qualifications
Education/Training/Experience
- Possess a Bachelor's/Master's Degree from an accredited institution.
- Demonstrated outstanding written and oral communication skills.
- Capable of performing the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.
Certification/License
Possess MSDE issued professional teacher certificate with the appropriate content endorsement.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
- Bilingual (Spanish).
- Familiarity with the FCPS policies, goals and programs.
FREDERICK COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
THIS JOB DESCRIPTION HAS BEEN WRITTEN TO INDICATE THE GENERAL NATURE AND LEVEL OF WORK PERFORMED BY AN EMPLOYEE HOLDING THIS POSITION. IT IS NOT WRITTEN TO INCLUDE OR BE INTERPRETED TO INCLUDE A COMPREHENSIVE INVENTORY OF ALL DUTIES, RESPONSIBILITIES, AND QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED OF THE EMPLOYEE. NOTHING IN THIS DESCRIPTION RESTRICTS MANAGEMENT'S RIGHT TO ASSIGN OR REASSIGN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OR ADD REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AT ANY TIME.-
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Who's Hiring
- Montgomery County Public Schools, MD65
- Boston Public Schools63
- Archdiocese of Cincinnati41
- Stamford Public Schools30
- Guidepost Montessori25
Top Industries Hiring
- Education
- Healthcare & Medical Services
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in substitute teacher jobs.
- Valid state substitute teaching license or emergency certification
- Bachelor's degree in any field from an accredited institution
- Clear fingerprint background check and FBI clearance
- Experience working with K-12 students in a classroom or youth setting
- Ability to follow and deliver existing lesson plans independently
- Basic classroom technology skills including interactive whiteboards and student devices
Tips for Your Substitute Teacher Job Search
Tailor your resume for district requirements
Highlight your state teaching certification, any emergency or provisional credentials, and grade bands you've covered. Districts scan for these first, so place them above your work history rather than burying them at the bottom.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists substitute teacher openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target districts with substitute shortages
Rural districts and high-need urban schools post consistently and fill roles faster. Search by county or district name rather than just city to surface openings that larger job boards miss and where competition is lower.
List every subject you can confidently cover
Most substitute teacher listings let districts filter by subject area. If you can cover AP Biology, special education pull-out groups, or ESL classrooms, name each explicitly so your profile surfaces in those filtered searches.
Prepare specific examples for classroom management questions
Interviewers almost always ask how you handle an unruly class with no lesson plan waiting. Prepare a two-minute story from a real assignment that shows your de-escalation approach and how you kept instruction moving.
Follow up after your eligibility paperwork clears
Districts process background checks and credential verification on their own schedule. Once cleared, email the staffing coordinator directly to confirm you're available and ask how assignments are dispatched so you're front of mind when openings arise.
Substitute Teacher Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most substitute teachers?
The most active employers for substitute teachers right now are Montgomery County Public Schools, MD, Boston Public Schools, and Archdiocese of Cincinnati, and the most openings are in Massachusetts, Ohio, and Pennsylvania, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Large staffing agencies that contract with districts tend to post the highest volume of openings at any given time.
How many substitute teacher jobs are remote?
About 3% of substitute teacher openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, which is a small share of the overall market. The roles most likely to be remote are virtual school positions, online tutoring contracts, and administrative substitute coordinator roles rather than traditional in-classroom assignments.
How do you become a substitute teacher?
Earning a substitute teaching certificate starts with confirming your state's minimum requirements, which typically include a bachelor's degree and a background check. You then apply for a substitute license through the state department of education, complete any required orientation, and register with local school districts or a staffing agency that places substitutes. Some states issue emergency permits that let you start while a full license processes.
Can you get hired as a substitute teacher with no classroom experience?
Yes, many districts hire substitute teachers with no prior classroom experience as long as you meet the credential and background check requirements. Highlighting related experience helps: tutoring, coaching, camp counseling, youth ministry, or any role where you managed groups of children demonstrates the core skills districts look for. Starting with a staffing agency is often the fastest path in because they work with multiple districts at once.
What does the substitute teacher interview process look like?
Most substitute teacher hiring involves a brief screening interview, either by phone or in person, focused on your availability, credential status, and ability to handle a classroom without advance notice. Some districts skip a formal interview entirely once your paperwork clears and simply add you to their approved substitute pool. Larger staffing agencies typically conduct a structured interview that includes scenario-based questions about classroom management and professional boundaries.
Where can I find and apply to substitute teacher jobs?
You can find and apply to substitute teacher jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Search for roles that match your credentials, preferred grade level, and location, then apply directly to each listing that fits your availability and experience.
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