Daily Guest Teacher (Substitute Teacher)

Indian Prairie School District 204; Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

Indian Prairie School District 204 is seeking Substitute Teachers to fulfill regular assignments across the district. Guest teachers will deliver instruction, monitor student progress, and maintain classroom routines at the Crouse Education Center and other schools.

Applicants must hold appropriate Illinois licensure, have prior guest teaching experience, pass a fingerprint background check, and provide medical clearance. Transportation is required.

Qualifications

• Must hold Illinois substitute licensure or a compatible educator license.
• Prior guest teaching experience with evidence of student achievement impact.
• Clear fingerprint background check.
• Medical examination with TB test result.
• Reliable personal transportation required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver lesson plans as instructed by teacher or administrator.
• Engage with students and communicate positively with staff and students.
• Complete attendance and daily reports.
• Support a positive learning environment with structured routines.
• Supervise duties such as bus, hall, study hall, and lunch.
• Respond to emergencies and protect school property.
• Direct classroom assistants as needed.
• Participate in building events and meetings.
• Perform other duties as assigned by administration.

Skills

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Problem solving

Professional demeanor

Oral & written communication

Professional growth

Education

Teaching licensure

Guest teaching experience

Background check

Medical clearance

Transportation

Job description

• Position Type: Substitute Teacher/ Substitute Teacher
• Date Posted: 7/30/2026
• Location: Crouse Education Center
• Closing Date: 04/01/2027

Description

GuestTeachers perform functions to instruct students on established curriculum ensuring each individual is provided with the knowledge, proficiencies and experiences necessary to become successful in an ever-changing world. We are seeking enthusiastic individuals who are willing to accept assignments on a regular basis and work throughout the district. Workhistory will be monitored so we can keep an active and robust list.

Essential Job Functions

• Deliver lesson plans as instructed by the teacher and/or school administrator.
• Be actively engaged with students during your assignment and communicate in a positive way with all students, staff, and others.
• Complete daily, and regular reports required of the teacher, including attendance.
• Actively support a positive learning environment with structured classroom management routines.
• Maintain a high level of integrity and confidentiality as it relates to school, student, parent, or staff information.
• Complete all duties of the teacher, including supervision assignments (e.g., bus duty, hall duty, study hall, and lunchroom/recess duty).
• Complete any additional work as directed by administration during free periods.
• Ensure the safety and well being of all students within the assigned classroom and appropriately respond to all emergency situations.
• Ensure the protection of equipment, materials, and facilities as appropriate.
• Direct the activities of a classroom assistant(s) as needed.
• Participate in building events such as fire drills, evacuations, assemblies, and meetings as needed.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills, Knowledge, Abilities

• Ability to work cooperatively and effectively with colleagues.
• Ability to remain flexible and be willing to adapt to change at short notice.
• Ability to use initiative to solve problems when they arise and be willing to make decisions based on the best interest of students.
• Maintain a professional appearance and conduct personal behavior to serve as a positive example for students.
• Demonstrate expertise in oral and written communication.
• Demonstrate evidence of professional growth and apply new learning to help all students achieve.

Education, Licensure, Qualifications

• Illinois State Board of Education licensure requirements for a Substitute Teacher, including one of the following Illinois Professional Educator License (teaching license), Substitute Teaching License, Short-Term Substitute License.
• Experience teaching or working as a guest teacher, with a record of successfully impacting student achievement.
• Successful completion of a fingerprint based criminal background investigation.
• Written evidence of physical exam and negative tuberculosis test.
• Must be able to provide his/her own transportation.

Selection Process

Applications will be reviewed and only applicants whose qualifications and experience meets the need of the position will be contacted. If selected to be added to the guest teacher list, qualified applicants will be contacted directly by Human Resources.

Rate of pay

$130.00/day

Working Conditions

Regular Education or Special Education Self-Contained classrooms.

Job ID: 14257