Substitute Teacher

Central Office; Portales (NM); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Portales Municipal Schools Central Office in Portales, New Mexico is seeking a substitute teacher for a part-time role. Candidates may hold an associate's degree or have 60 hours of college coursework to qualify, with the option to obtain the NM PED substitute license or use an existing teaching license with endorsement.

Starting July 1, 2026, applicants must complete the PED online course before applying for licensure.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years old to work in grades K-8 and 21 years old for grades 9-12.
• High School Diploma required.
• Substitute Teacher NMPED License or current Teaching License with any endorsement.

Responsibilities

• Starting July 1, 2026, complete the NM PED online course for substitute teachers prior to license application.
• Assistant Superintendent will review qualifications and approve applications.

Education

Associate's degree

60 hours of college coursework

Job description

Substitute Teacher

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Job Details

Job ID: 5261685

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Re-Posted: Feb 18, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Current qualifications may include 60 hours of college coursework or an associate's degree. Starting July 1, 2026, all substitutes will be required to complete theStrategies and Practices for Substitute Teacher Success online course (no charge) on the New Mexico Public Education Department website before applying for a license. A Superintendent verification form must be attached to the PED license application.

Licensure Qualifications:

Substitute Teacher NMPED License ($50 for intitial License + $59 for initial background check through NMPED)

OR

Current Teaching License with any endorsement

A substitute must:
- be 18 years of age to work in grades K-8 and 21 years of age to work in grades 9-12.
- have a High School Diploma

The Assistant Superintendent will meet by appointment with each applicant to evaluate experience and qualifications for approval.

Licensed substitutes with a Bachelor's degree will be paid $15.50 per hour; those without the degree will be paid $15.00 per hour.

Position Type: Part-Time

Salary: $15 to $15.50 Per Hour

Job Categories:

Substitute > Substitute

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Andrea Ontiveros , Personnel Coordinator
• Central Office
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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