Missouri Substitute Teacher Application

MHED; Overland Park (KS); On-site; USD 25,830 - 29,520; Full time

Job summary

A local educational firm based in Overland Park is seeking Substitute Teachers to support various school districts during the 2025-2026 school year. This position requires a valid Missouri Substitute Teacher Certificate and a demonstrated love for working with students. Duties include maintaining a positive classroom environment, supporting staff, and facilitating lesson plans. We offer competitive daily pay ranging from $140 to $160 and flexible scheduling. Apply today to help educate the future leaders of our community.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid Missouri Professional Teacher and/or Missouri Substitute Teacher Certificate.
• Must be willing to complete a criminal background check.
• Must provide contact information for 3 references.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean and organized classroom environment.
• Support and assist fellow staff and administration as needed.
• Lead and facilitate lesson plans and activities for students.

Skills

Strong work ethic

Great organizational skills

Exceptional communication skills

Flexibility and teamwork

Strong time management skills

Education

Valid Missouri Professional Teacher Certificate

Valid Missouri Substitute Teacher Certificate

Job description

Missouri Substitute Teacher Application

Morgan Hunter Education - Overland Park, Kansas. Open in Google Maps. This job is also posted in Morgan Hunter.

Job Details

• Job ID: 4982133
• Application Deadline: Posted until filled
• Re-Posted: Jul 31, 2025 12:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Morgan Hunter Education Substitute Teacher

Morgan Hunter Education, LLC (MHED) is currently seeking substitute teachers for the 2025-2026 school year in the following districts:
- Guadalupe Center Charter Schools (KCMO)
- Kansas City International Academy (KCMO)
- Kauffman Schools (KCMO)

MHED partners with local school districts to provide qualified professional substitute teachers. We welcome individuals from a variety of backgrounds to take part in the education of America’s leaders of tomorrow, our children. Potential teachers must meet the basic criteria to be eligible to substitute teach in our schools. MHED provides weekly pay, administrative support, flexible work schedules, and specialized training to help all of our substitute teachers achieve success in the classroom.

Job Title: Substitute Teacher

Job Goal: In the absence of the classroom teacher, the substitute teacher enables each student to pursue his or her education as smoothly and completely as possible by providing instruction, encouraging student progress and managing the learning environment.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Must possess a valid Missouri Professional Teacher and/or Missouri Substitute Teacher Certificate
• Must be willing to authorize and satisfactorily complete a criminal background check
• Must provide contact information (including email addresses) for 3 references
• Strong work ethic
• Great organizational skills
• Exceptional communication skills (written and verbal)
• Must possess a love of working with students in grades PreK – 12
• Flexibility and ability to work as a team with other teachers
• Ability to respond quickly and appropriately to the changing needs of students, teachers, parents, and school staff
• Strong time management skills

Essential Functions/Job Duties

• Maintaining a clean and organized classroom environment
• Supporting and assisting fellow staff and administration as needed
• Developing and maintaining positive student, teacher, staff, and parent relationships
• Maintaining a high level of energy throughout the entire school day
• Leading and facilitating lesson plans and activities for students
• Encouraging and modeling positive and appropriate classroom behavior
• Maintaining a safe and welcoming classroom environment
• Maintaining a positive attitude even in times of crisis or stress

Missouri Certification and Background/Fingerprint Check

• Substitute Teacher Certificate: To be a substitute in Missouri, you must hold a substitute teaching certificate from the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE). You can apply for the substitute certificate through the DESE Website. (Exception: If you are a teacher certified in the state of Missouri you do not need a substitute certificate)

**Please be prepared to complete the entire application in one session when you log in. You will not be able to log out and save your progress, but you will have 180 minutes to finish before your information is lost.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $140 to $160 Daily

Contact Information

• Email: [e-mail]

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