Per Diem Substitute Teachers - All Grades, All Subjects - District 2026/2027

Rahway School District; Rahway (NJ); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

Rahway School District is seeking per diem substitute teachers to cover all grades and subjects district-wide. The position is located in Rahway, New Jersey, with a start date of 09/01/2026 and a posting date of 07/09/2026.

You will deliver lesson plans provided by the classroom teacher, maintain a safe and orderly environment, supervise students, and communicate with administrators and staff. Compensation is $125 per day for those with a Substitute Teaching Credential and $140 per day for those

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid New Jersey teaching certificate (CE, CEAS, or Standard).
• Alternative: Applicants must hold a Substitute Teaching Certificate in New Jersey if not certified.
• Criminal History Approval required for employment in a New Jersey public school (District code 39) using Service Code Public School Employment 2F1FB1.
• Health requirements: Negative Mantoux (TB) test result is required; baseline TB testing recommended for school employees in contact with students.
• I-9 Form completed with appropriate identification.

Responsibilities

• Deliver lesson plans provided by the classroom teacher.
• Maintain a safe, positive, and orderly classroom environment.
• Supervise students and promote appropriate behavior.
• Communicate effectively with school administrators and staff.
• Follow district policies, procedures, and school expectations.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the building principal or designee.

Education

New Jersey Teaching Certificate (CE/CEAS/Standard)

Substitute Teaching Certificate (New Jersey)

Job description

Position Type:

Substitute Teacher/Per Diem Substitute Teacher

Date Posted:

7/9/2026

Location:

District

Date Available:

09/01/2026

Per Diem Substitute Teacher - All Grades and Subjects

Requirements:

• 1. Certified Teacher: Candidates must possess a valid New Jersey teaching certificate (CE, CEAS, or Standard).
• 2. Non-Certified Individuals: Applicants must hold a Substitute Teaching Certificate in New Jersey.
• 3. Criminal History Approval: Candidates must have Criminal History Approval for employment in a New Jersey public school (District code 39) using Service Code Public School Employment 2F1FB1.
• 4. Health Requirements: A negative result from a Mantoux (Tuberculin) Test is required. New Jersey recommends baseline tuberculosis (TB) testing for all school employees who have contact with students, including full-time and part-time teachers, student teachers, school bus drivers, and volunteers.
• 5. Identification: Applicants must complete an I-9 Form with the appropriate identification.

Expectations:

• Deliver lesson plans provided by the classroom teacher.
• Maintain a safe, positive, and orderly classroom environment.
• Supervise students and promote appropriate behavior.
• Communicate effectively with school administrators and staff.
• Follow district policies, procedures, and school expectations.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the building principal or designee.

Compensation:

Substitute teachers will be compensated as follows:

• $125.00 per day for individuals holding a Substitute Teaching Credential
• $140.00 per day for individuals holding a Standard Teaching Credential

Equal Opportunity Statement:

Rahway Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.