How much does a Substitute Teacher make in the United States? The average Substitute Teacher salary in the United States is $31,044 as of March 26, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $26,700 and $36,858. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

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Kokua Education - Fort Worth , TX
Become a substitute teacher with Kokua in Dallas-Fort Worth, TX and help your local schools in solving the teacher shortage. Teach at some of the highest performing K-12 schools in your area ...
LinkedIn - 5 days ago
Bright Horizons Children's Centers - Coral Gables , FL
Substitute Teacher- Toddlers - Bright Horizons-Univ of Miami-Coral Gables (must be able to work flexible hours) Imagine your future teaching with a world-class team where you make a difference for ...
Latpro - Diversity Jobs - 6 days ago
Katherine Delmar Burke School - San Francisco , CA
Position Description SUBSTITUTE TEACHERS (ON CALL) SCHOOL YEAR 2023-2024 Substitute teachers provide classroom support for grades K-8. They must be flexible and willing to take on last minute duties ...
LinkedIn - 5 days ago
New Boces - Gillette , WY
E.W. Boces As a Substitute Teacher, you will play a crucial role in ensuring continuity in education and support for our students with special needs in the absence of regular teachers. You will ...
ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 9 days ago
Montessori Country Day School - Flower Mound , TX
Montessori school with a track record of superior academics since 1987 seeking a fully qualified Montessori Teacher in our Primary (3-6 years old), Toddler Teacher or a Substitute position. Job ...
LinkedIn - 5 days ago
Vanguard Classical School - 80017 , CO
As an In-House Substitute Teacher, you'll be an integral part of this transformative journey. Picture this: four days a week, you'll step into our vibrant classrooms, ready to guide and inspire young ...
ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 12 days ago

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