Substitute Teacher Jobs
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.
- Fort Mojave Indian Tribe
- Mohave Valley, AZ
- 7 days ago
- Fort Mojave Indian Tribe
- Mohave Valley, AZ
- 7 days ago
A substitute teacher is expected to report for work at 7:20 am and leave 3:20 pm or until the last student leaves....
No lesson plan? No problem SubPlan.ai creates lesson plans in seconds when one hasnt been left for you....
No lesson plan? No problem SubPlan.ai creates lesson plans in seconds when one hasnt been left for you....
No lesson plan? No problem SubPlan.ai creates lesson plans in seconds when one hasnt been left for you....
No lesson plan? No problem SubPlan.ai creates lesson plans in seconds when one hasnt been left for you....
Paraprofessional and Substitute Bus Driver
- Little Falls, NJ
- 12 days ago
- Little Falls, NJ
- 12 days ago
LITTLE FALLS PUBLIC SCHOOLS One District... One Team... One Vision The mission of the Little Falls School District is to work collaboratively with the community and caregivers to motivate each...
Belmonte Upper Elementary Long Term Substitute Teacher Grade 4 REPOST
- Saugus, MA
- 9 hours ago
- Saugus, MA
- 9 hours ago
Statement of job duties:This position is a leave coverage for a regular grade 4 inclusion classroom.The expectation is the candidate will perform all of the duties of a classroom...
The successful candidate will possess the appropriate Massachusetts Educators License for this assignment, have knowledge of the current curriculum and demonstrate a full knowledge of effective...
SUPERVISED BY: School Principal/Assistant Principal ESSENTIAL JOB ELEMENTS: Teach the approved Eagle County School District RE50J curriculum based on lesson plans provided by the regular classroom teacher...
Long-Term Substitute Teacher- Upper School French
- Charlotte, NC
- 12 hours ago
- Charlotte, NC
- 12 hours ago
Collaborate with colleagues on lesson plans, grading, and assessment practices....
Position Type: Substitute/ Substitute Teacher Date Posted: 3/12/2025 Location: Crete-Monee Middle School ...
Long term substitute - Special Education teacher or School Psychologist
- Fairfield, CT
- 12 hours ago
- Fairfield, CT
- 12 hours ago
Position Type: Substitute/ Long Term Substitute Date Posted: 3/12/2025 Location: Central Office-Board of Education Date Available: 3/10/25 Closing Date: Until filled School Psychologist...
Position Type: Extended School Year - Non-Certified/ Extended School Year Substitute Paraeducator Date Posted: 3/12/2025 Location: East Lyme Middle School Essential Duties and...
Canaan Elementary School Long Term Substitute Teacher Grade 5 March 24 -April 18, 2025 Current Maine CHRC/fingerprinting required MDOE teaching certification preferred Please submit: Cover Letter Resume...
Long Term Substitute Teacher - Special Education
- Skowhegan, ME
- 12 hours ago
- Skowhegan, ME
- 12 hours ago
Canaan Elementary School Long Term Substitute Teacher Special Education April 18 -June 6, 2025 Current Maine CHRC/fingerprinting required MDOE teaching certification preferred Please submit: Cover Letter...
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Substitute Teachers offer the following education backgroundQualifications / Skill Sets
The following top skills are often required or desired to land a Substitute Teacher position
- Teacher Training
- Distance Learning
- Small Group Instruction
- Preschool
- Differentiated Instruction
- Instructional Strategies
- Lesson Planning
- Early Childhood Education
- Elementary Education
- Social Studies
- Classroom Management
- Montessori Method
- Common Core State Standards
- Responsive Classroom
- Project Based Learning
- Child Development
- English for Speakers of Other Languages
- Individualized Education Program
- Alternative Education
- Special Education
- Social and Emotional Learning
- Technology Integration
- Behavior Intervention
- Behavior Management
- Special Needs
- Applied Behavior Anyalysis
- Curriculum Development
- Music
- Tutoring
- Educating
- Reading
- Math
- Background Checks
- High School Diploma
- Mentoring
- Flexibility
- Teaching
- Collaboration
- Events
- Spanish
- Bachelor's Degree
- Employee Development
- English
- Education Experience
- Filing
- Regulations
- Bilingual
- Problem Solving
- Teamwork
- Research Skills
- Staff Supervision
- Organization
- Scheduling
- Leadership
- Communication Skills
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