Substitute Teacher

Swing Education; Cleveland (TX); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Higher earning potential

Fast pay

Priority access to schools

SubPlan.ai lesson plans

Skill-building resources

Your feedback matters

Referral rewards

Job summary

Swing Education is seeking substitute teachers in Cleveland, TX. Earn $125-$150 per day with flexible assignments across local partner schools, including ILTexas. Bilingual substitutes (English/Spanish or English/Mandarin) are in demand to support multilingual student populations.

Swing provides a platform for selecting when, where, and how you teach with helpful tools along the way. As a substitute teacher, you can avoid morning calls, set your own schedule, and gain access to premium rates for

Qualifications

• Ability to pass a background check and TEA fingerprinting before you start.

Skills

Bilingual (EN/ES)

Bilingual (EN/Mandarin)

Background check

Flexible schedule

Job description

Make $125-$150 per day

(Approximate daily range)

Find substitute teacher jobs in Cleveland, TX at ILTexas and more!

Substitute Teacher Jobs – Flexible, High-Paying, No Surprise Calls

Find real K-12 substitute teaching opportunities in the Houston area with Swing Education. We have many roles open right now to support ILTexas and other local Swing school partners in the area, and bilingual substitutes (Spanish or Mandarin) are especially in demand. Choose when, where, and how you teach and earn more while using tools that support you every step of the way.

Why You’ll Love Substitute Teaching with Swing

Join Swing Education, a Fortune Best Workplace (2025). We’ve reimagined substitute teaching by combining helpful tools with the total flexibility of a modern platform. Whether you’re a retired educator looking to stay connected to the classroom, an experienced substitute seeking a more streamlined way to manage your schedule, or an aspiring teacher building your resume, Swing puts you in the driver’s seat. Bilingual educators in English/Spanish or English/Mandarin are especially encouraged to apply, with many of our partner schools serving multilingual student populations.

Swing puts you in control:

• No morning-of phone calls
• No minimum hours
• Just the freedom to teach when and where you want

What You Get with Swing

We support substitute teachers with meaningful perks, helpful tools, and ongoing opportunities to grow.

• Higher earning potential: Access premium rates, up to 50% more, for high-need or last-minute requests
• Fast pay, your way: Opt for weekly, same-day, or next-day pay for your completed assignments
• Priority access: Consistent, top-performing substitute teachers unlock Swing Hero status and priority access to their favorite schools
• No lesson plan? No problem: SubPlan.ai generates high-quality plans in seconds when one hasn’t been left for you
• Skill-building resources: Access optional support and classroom resources to build your confidence and sharpen your skills
• Your feedback matters: Share insights about the schools you teach with so we can support our community better
• Referral rewards: Earn $100 for every eligible teacher you refer

Pay and Flexibility

• $125-$150 per day depending on school, location, and assignment
• Bonus opportunities for last-minute and high-need requests
• Choose requests that match your schedule and teaching preferences

What You Need to Get Started

• Ability to pass a background check and verify through TEA or complete fingerprinting before you start
• Nice to have: Bilingual in English/Spanish and/or English/Mandarin. ILTexas runs a trilingual program in English, Spanish, and Mandarin, so multilingual substitutes are especially valued

Inclusion and Community

At Swing, we’re committed to inclusion and building a community where everyone feels welcome. Our team is diverse, and we support substitute teachers in reaching their goals, both inside and outside the classroom.