Substitute Teacher Jobs in Texas
Substitute Teacher jobs in Texas are consistently in demand, with school districts across Houston, Dallas-Fort Worth, and San Antonio posting openings at every level from long-term assignments to day-to-day coverage. Large districts like Houston Independent School District, Dallas Independent School District, and Northside ISD anchor steady hiring across the state. The most sought-after specialties include special education support, bilingual classroom coverage, and secondary STEM subjects. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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We are seeking a part-time Substitute teachers to teach in a classical and Catholic classroom for 13 hours per week, as needed, at our Spring, Texas, location. The substitute is called as needed when staff are out sick, but the substitute can always decline if not available on a particular day.
You do not need a teaching certification or formal teaching experience to apply. We will teach you everything you need to know. The right applicant may have experience homeschooling or working with homeschool children, ministry in your Catholic parish, teaching Religious Education or Catechism classes, teaching your own children, or perhaps teaching in a classical or private school (although not required).
Regina Caeli Academy (www.rcahybrid.org), is a classical homeschool academy in the Catholic tradition. RCA is a national organization that offers instruction in a formal Socratic classroom setting on Mondays and Thursdays. The positions are hourly, and childcare/nursery is provided. Please see our Vacation and Holy Days here. No additional vacation days are given (accommodations made for sick days as needed).
Applicants must be able to sign an Oath of Fidelity to the Catholic Church and have a deep love for the Catholic faith. Curriculum and grading guidelines are provided. Tutors are trained to provide instruction and classroom management according to RCA standards. The ideal applicant will have strong communication skills, good organization, timeliness, a traditional view of the student/teacher relationship, and must be living the Catholic faith day-to-day, including having received all the sacraments appropriate to his or her state in life.
All staff complete a background check and RCA Safe Child training prior to teaching at Regina Caeli Academy.
Hours are Mondays and Thursdays 8:45am - 3:15pm.
Tutors must be willing to prepare for classes at home and come to class prepared to teach in a highly structured environment.
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Substitute Teacher Job Market in Texas
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Who's Hiring
- ESC Region 1114

- Innovative Network of Knowledge9

- Great Hearts Academies7

- Comal Independent School District7

- Diocese of Austin Catholic Schools5

What Texas Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in substitute teacher jobs across Texas.
- Active Texas Education Agency substitute teacher permit or district-issued credential required
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university preferred by most districts
- Successful completion of a background check through the Texas Department of Public Safety
- Strong classroom management skills with ability to follow existing lesson plans
- Reliable availability for short-notice assignments, including early-morning call-ins
- Effective communication with students, classroom teachers, and school administration
Substitute Teacher Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a substitute teacher in Texas?
To become a substitute teacher in Texas, you apply through the Texas Education Agency for a Substitute Teaching Certificate, which requires a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution. Candidates without a degree may qualify through individual district permits, which set their own education minimums. After certification, you apply directly to Texas school districts, complete a district onboarding process, and clear a state background check before receiving classroom assignments.
Which companies hire substitute teachers in Texas?
Texas substitute teacher roles are posted by ESC Region 11, Innovative Network of Knowledge, and Great Hearts Academies and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Texas's size and its large urban districts mean openings are spread across traditional public schools, charter networks, and private schools throughout the state.
Which Texas cities have the most substitute teacher jobs?
Dallas, San Antonio, and Austin have the most substitute teacher openings in Texas right now. Houston and Dallas-Fort Worth lead because of their massive independent school district networks serving hundreds of campuses each, while San Antonio's concentration of both military-connected families and fast-growing suburbs creates sustained demand for classroom coverage across Bexar County.
Are there remote substitute teacher jobs in Texas?
Yes, but they're rare. About 0% of substitute teacher openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting that most substitute work is inherently in-person and campus-based. The exceptions tend to be virtual charter schools or online learning programs, where substitute instructors support students in a fully digital environment rather than a physical classroom.
How can I get hired as a substitute teacher in Texas with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying directly to a large Texas school district that runs its own substitute pool and provides orientation training before your first assignment. Houston ISD, Dallas ISD, and Austin ISD all onboard new substitutes regularly and do not require prior classroom experience beyond the state credential. Working as a paraprofessional, teacher's aide, or campus support staff first builds classroom familiarity and often leads directly to substitute assignments within the same district.
Where can I find and apply to substitute teacher jobs in Texas?
You can find and apply to substitute teacher jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Texas openings updated regularly. Search the listings, find roles that match your availability and subject strengths, and apply directly to the districts or schools posting them.
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