Substitute Teacher Jobs in Indiana

Substitute teacher jobs in Indiana are concentrated in K-12 public school districts, private and charter schools, and special education programs, with steady demand at every level from day-to-day coverage to long-term placements. The largest hiring activity runs through Indianapolis, Fort Wayne, and South Bend, where districts such as Indianapolis Public Schools, Fort Wayne Community Schools, and South Bend Community School Corporation maintain ongoing substitute pools. Special education support, STEM instruction, and early childhood coverage are among the most consistently sought specialties statewide. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.

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Overview

Open roles45
Top employerArchdiocese of Indianapolis
Top cityIndianapolis, IN
Cities hiring28
Work type67% On-site
Top credentialSubstitute Teaching Certification

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The Learning Grove Academy
Childcare Substitute Teacher *Flexible Hours and Shift*
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The Learning Grove Academy
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Childcare Substitute Teacher *Flexible Hours and Shift*
The Learning Grove Academy
Westfield, Indiana
Corporate Training
Corporate Training & Learning Development
Teaching & Instruction
$15 - $16/hr
High school diploma or GED

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Empire Beauty School
Cosmetology Teacher - Substitute - Indianapolis, IN
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Empire Beauty School
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Cosmetology Teacher - Substitute - Indianapolis, IN
Empire Beauty School
Indianapolis, Indiana
Corporate Training
Corporate Training & Learning Development
Teaching & Instruction
$23 - $25/hr
1,001-5,000

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East Gibson School
Substitute Teacher
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East Gibson School
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Substitute Teacher
East Gibson School
Oakland City, Indiana
Higher Education
K-12 Teaching
Teaching & Instruction
$90 - $110/hr
51-200

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Stride, Inc.
Substitute Math Teacher
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Stride, Inc.
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Substitute Math Teacher
Stride, Inc.
Indiana
Higher Education
K-12 Teaching
Teaching & Instruction
Remote (US)
High school
5,001-10,000

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CARMEL CLAY SCHOOL CORPORATION
Permanent Substitute Teacher - Elementary
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CARMEL CLAY SCHOOL CORPORATION
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Permanent Substitute Teacher - Elementary
CARMEL CLAY SCHOOL CORPORATION
Carmel, Indiana
Corporate Training
Higher Education
K-12 Teaching
$14.97 - $17.55/hr

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Substitute Teacher Jobs by City in Indiana

Where Indiana roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Indianapolis
10 jobs
Monon
3 jobs
Greenwood
3 jobs
Fort Wayne
3 jobs
Carmel
2 jobs
Eaton
1 job
Denver
1 job
Kokomo
1 job
Muncie
1 job

Substitute Teacher Job Market in Indiana

A snapshot from current Indiana openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Archdiocese of Indianapolis
Archdiocese of Indianapolis3 open roles
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Greenwood Christian Academy3 open roles
North White School Corporation
North White School Corporation3 open roles

What Indiana Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in substitute teacher jobs across Indiana.

  • Holds a valid Indiana substitute teacher license issued by the Indiana Department of Education
  • Completed a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
  • Passed an Indiana approved background check including fingerprinting through IDOE
  • Demonstrated ability to manage a classroom and follow district lesson plans
  • Holds current CPR and first aid certification, as required by many Indiana districts
  • Previous classroom experience, student teaching, or paraprofessional work preferred by most districts

Substitute Teacher Jobs in Indiana: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a substitute teacher in Indiana?

You become a substitute teacher in Indiana by obtaining a substitute teacher license through the Indiana Department of Education, which requires a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution and a completed background check including IDOE-processed fingerprinting. Applicants apply online through the IDOE Educator Licensing portal. Once licensed, you apply directly to individual school districts, which maintain their own substitute pools and onboarding requirements.

Which companies hire substitute teachers in Indiana?

Employers hiring substitute teachers in Indiana right now include Archdiocese of Indianapolis, Greenwood Christian Academy, and North White School Corporation, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Indiana's larger urban districts and staffing agencies that serve suburban and rural districts around the state also post openings regularly throughout the school year.

Which Indiana cities have the most substitute teacher jobs?

The Indiana cities with the most substitute teacher openings are Indianapolis, Monon, and Greenwood. Indianapolis dominates the list as the state's largest metro with the most school districts and charter networks, while Fort Wayne and South Bend generate consistent demand from their large public district systems and the surrounding suburban and parochial schools that draw on the same regional substitute pools.

Are there remote substitute teacher jobs in Indiana?

Yes, but they're rare. About 33% of substitute teacher openings tied to Indiana are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting the hands-on, in-classroom nature of the role. The small share of remote work that does exist tends to involve virtual charter school instruction or administrative substitute coordination rather than traditional classroom coverage.

How can I get hired as a substitute teacher in Indiana with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is applying directly to a large Indiana public school district as a day-to-day substitute, since many districts, including Indianapolis Public Schools and Fort Wayne Community Schools, accept candidates who hold a valid IDOE substitute license without prior classroom experience. Paraprofessional or classroom aide roles at those same districts offer a practical on-ramp. Completing student teaching hours through an Indiana university teacher preparation program, or earning an Indiana paraprofessional license, gives candidates a clear credential advantage during the application process.

Where can I find and apply to substitute teacher jobs in Indiana?

You can find and apply to substitute teacher jobs in Indiana on Migrate Mate, which lists current Indiana openings from districts and employers across the state. Search the listings, find the roles that match your availability and credentials, and apply directly to each one that fits.

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