Substitute Teacher Jobs in New Jersey

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.

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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...

AIS - Leave Replacement Teacher

  • Princeton, NJ
  • moments ago
  • Princeton, NJ
  • moments ago

Position Type: Elementary School Teaching/Elementary School Teaching Date Posted: 3/11/2025 Location: Riverside Elementary Date Available: 08/26/2025-12/23/2025 Closing Date: Open Until Filled...

Long-Term Substitute Special Education Teacher

  • Bayville, NJ
  • 2 days ago
  • Bayville, NJ
  • 2 days ago

Long-Term Substitute Special Education Teacher JobID: 833 Position Type: Elementary School Teaching/Special Education Teacher Date Posted: 3/10/2025 Location: District-Wide Date Available: ASAP...

Middle School Special Education Leave Replacement Teacher

  • Metuchen, NJ
  • 4 days ago
  • Metuchen, NJ
  • 4 days ago

Position Type: Special Education/Teacher Date Posted: 3/6/2025 Location: Edgar Middle School   Additional Information: Show/Hide Edgar Middle School Special Education Leave Replacement...

Preschool Paraprofessional - Substitute

  • Rahway, NJ
  • 4 days ago
  • Rahway, NJ
  • 4 days ago

Paraprofessional - Instructional Date Posted: 3/7/2025 Location: Grover Cleveland Elementary School Date Available: 03/26/2025 Closing Date: Until Filled   Additional Information: Show/Hide Substitute Preschool...

Elementary Teacher, Kindergarten- Long Term Substitute

  • Rutherford, NJ
  • 5 days ago
  • Rutherford, NJ
  • 5 days ago

Position Type: Elementary School Teaching/Elementary - Grades K,1, 2, 3 Date Posted: 3/5/2025 Location: Kindergarten Center Date Available: 05/09/2025 Closing Date: until filled...

Anticipated Interim Teacher of Students with Disabilities (APM) 25-135

  • Pemberton, NJ
  • 5 days ago
  • Pemberton, NJ
  • 5 days ago

Position Type: Elementary School Teaching/HDCP - (RR&I) Date Posted: 3/7/2025 Location: Emmons Elementary School Date Available: 04/01/2025 Closing Date: Until Filled   Additional...

Long Term Substitute Elementary Teacher

  • Westmont, NJ
  • 6 days ago
  • Westmont, NJ
  • 6 days ago

Starting Date: 3/31/25 - 6/18/25 Requirements: NJ Certification: Elementary Experience preferred Salary: Teacher's Guide Application Deadline: 3/11/25 Send cover letter, resume and copy of...

Long Term Substitute Teacher - Social StudiesTeacher

  • Deptford, NJ
  • 6 days ago
  • Deptford, NJ
  • 6 days ago

Long Term Substitute Teacher - Social StudiesTeacher JobID: 1294 Position Type: Substitute/Substitute Teacher Date Posted: 3/5/2025 Location: Deptford High School Date Available: 03/20/2025   Additional...

Extended Term Substitutes - Elementary General Music Teachers

  • Neptune, NJ
  • 6 days ago
  • Neptune, NJ
  • 6 days ago

plan, and orchestrate a choral concert (in conjunction with instrumental teacher) Position is at two schools, flexibility in start and end time is required APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Interested applicants...

Anticipated Opening Long term substitute Teacher of ESL Elementary/Secondary

  • Haddon Heights, NJ
  • 6 days ago
  • Haddon Heights, NJ
  • 6 days ago

High School Date Available: 05/20/2025 Closing Date: 03/17/2025   Additional Information: Show/Hide Haddon Heights School District Haddon Heights, NJ Anticipated Opening Long term substitute...

Long Term Substitute Teacher Mount Holly

  • Mount Holly, NJ
  • 7 days ago
  • Mount Holly, NJ
  • 7 days ago

Long Term Substitute Teacher 7th/8th Language Arts We are hiring a Long Term Substitute Teacher 7th/8th Language Arts Teacher in Mount Holly Public Schools....

Long Term Substitute - Teacher of Music

  • Ewing, NJ
  • 7 days ago
  • Ewing, NJ
  • 7 days ago

SALARY: As per the ETEA Negotiated Agreement LOCATION: Parkway Elementary School Ewing Public Schools announces an employment opportunity for a Long Term Substitute - Teacher of Music from March 17,...

Long Term Substitute Teacher Mt Holly

  • Mount Holly, NJ
  • 7 days ago
  • Mount Holly, NJ
  • 7 days ago

Long Term Substitute Teacher 2nd Grade Special Education We are hiring a Long Term Substitute Teacher 2nd Grade Special Education in Mount Holly Public Schools....

Long Term Substitute Teacher Mount Holly

  • Mount Holly, NJ
  • 7 days ago
  • Mount Holly, NJ
  • 7 days ago

Long Term Substitute Teacher Pre-school / General Education We are hiring a Long Term Substitute Teacher Pre-school / General Education Teacher in Mount Holly Public Schools....

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Salary for Substitute Teacher Jobs in New Jersey

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Substitute Teacher positions.



Highest Education Level

Substitute Teachers in New Jersey offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
45.8%
Master's Degree
39.1%
Associate's Degree
5.0%
Doctorate Degree
3.5%
High School or GED
3.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.5%
Some College
0.6%
Some High School
0.2%


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