Substitute Teacher Jobs in Virginia

Substitute Teacher jobs in Virginia are concentrated in Northern Virginia, Richmond, and Virginia Beach, with major school systems including Fairfax County Public Schools, Virginia Beach City Public Schools, and Richmond City Public Schools consistently posting openings at every level from paraprofessional support to long-term assignment coverage. Demand is strongest for substitutes credentialed in special education, English language development, and secondary STEM subjects. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles64
Top employerAlbemarle County Public Schools
Top cityCharlottesville, VA
Cities hiring34
Work type100% On-site
Top industryEducation

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Albemarle County Public Schools
Long-Term Substitute Teacher (Art): Scottsville Elementary School - 2026-27 School Year
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Long-Term Substitute Teacher (Art): Scottsville Elementary School - 2026-27 School Year
Albemarle County Public Schools
Scottsville, Virginia
Data Analytics
Data Engineering
Data Science
Teaching Certification
1,001-5,000

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Albemarle County Public Schools
Special Education Adapted Physical Education Long-term Substitute Teacher - 2026-27 School Year
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Special Education Adapted Physical Education Long-term Substitute Teacher - 2026-27 School Year
Albemarle County Public Schools
Charlottesville, Virginia
Customer Service
Customer Support
Hospitality & Guest Services
$278.33/day
Teaching Certification
1,001-5,000

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Williamsburg James City County Schools
Substitute - Teacher Assistant
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Substitute - Teacher Assistant
Williamsburg James City County Schools
Williamsburg, Virginia
Corporate Training & Learning Development
Teaching & Instruction
Tutoring & Academic Support
High school diploma or GED

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Williamsburg James City County Schools
Substitute - Teacher
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Substitute - Teacher
Williamsburg James City County Schools
Williamsburg, Virginia
Higher Education
K-12 Teaching
Teaching & Instruction
$110 - $200/hr
Teaching Certification

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Charlottesville City Schools
Long-term Substitute 5th Grade Math Teacher - Tall Oaks Elementary School (December 2026 - March 2027)
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Charlottesville City Schools
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Long-term Substitute 5th Grade Math Teacher - Tall Oaks Elementary School (December 2026 - March 2027)
Charlottesville City Schools
Charlottesville, Virginia
Higher Education
K-12 Teaching
Teaching & Instruction
Master's degree
501-1,000

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Substitute Teacher Jobs by City in Virginia

Where Virginia roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Charlottesville
17 jobs
Lynchburg
7 jobs
Richmond
5 jobs
Williamsburg
3 jobs
Staunton
2 jobs
Harrisonburg
2 jobs
Grundy
1 job
McLean
1 job
Orange
1 job

Substitute Teacher Job Market in Virginia

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

Who's Hiring

  • Albemarle County Public Schools
    Albemarle County Public Schools14
  • Lynchburg City Schools
    Lynchburg City Schools6
  • Charlottesville City Schools
    Charlottesville City Schools4
  • AUGUSTA COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
    AUGUSTA COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS3
  • St. Christopher's School
    St. Christopher's School2

Top Industries Hiring

  • Education

What Virginia Employers Look For

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

  • Hold a valid Virginia Substitute Teaching License issued by the Virginia Department of Education
  • Possess a bachelor's degree or at least 60 college credit hours from an accredited institution
  • Pass a background check through the Virginia State Police and FBI fingerprinting
  • Demonstrate subject-area familiarity for secondary or specialized classroom assignments
  • Show reliable classroom management and the ability to follow established lesson plans
  • Complete district-specific orientation or onboarding training before first placement

Substitute Teacher Jobs in Virginia: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a substitute teacher in Virginia?

You apply for a Virginia Substitute Teaching License through the Virginia Department of Education, which requires at least a bachelor's degree or, in some cases, a minimum of 60 college credit hours with a qualifying assessment. Once licensed, you apply directly to individual school divisions, each of which sets its own hiring process and paperwork. Having subject-area coursework or prior classroom experience strengthens applications to competitive divisions like Fairfax County and Chesterfield County.

Which companies hire substitute teachers in Virginia?

Employers hiring substitute teachers in Virginia right now include Albemarle County Public Schools, Lynchburg City Schools, and Charlottesville City Schools, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Large divisions in Northern Virginia and Hampton Roads tend to post the highest volumes of openings year-round, particularly at the start of each semester.

Which Virginia cities have the most substitute teacher jobs?

Charlottesville, Lynchburg, and Richmond are the Virginia cities with the most substitute teacher openings, driven by the size and enrollment of their public school systems. Northern Virginia's concentration of large, well-funded divisions like Fairfax County and Prince William County accounts for a significant share, while Virginia Beach and Richmond reflect the high student populations anchoring Hampton Roads and the capital region.

Are there remote substitute teacher jobs in Virginia?

Yes, but they're rare. About 0% of substitute teacher openings tied to Virginia are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, since the role is fundamentally classroom-based and requires in-person presence. The small share of remote openings typically involves virtual academy programs or online instruction roles within Virginia's state-accredited virtual schools, which maintain a separate substitutes roster.

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

The most realistic entry path is applying to a Virginia school division's substitute pool while your education credentials are still in progress or freshly completed. Divisions like Alexandria City Public Schools and Prince William County Public Schools actively onboard candidates with limited classroom experience, especially those who have completed coursework in education, child development, or a subject area. Holding a current CPR certification and completing any free division-provided orientation puts you ahead of candidates without those basics.

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

You can find and apply to substitute teacher jobs in Virginia on Migrate Mate, which lists current Virginia openings across school divisions and educational staffing organizations in the state. Find roles that fit your credentials and availability, then apply directly to the employer through each listing.

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