Substitute Teacher

Salt Lake City School District; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 26,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Salt Lake City School District is seeking a substitute teacher to work with a diverse student population, providing instruction when regular teachers are absent. You will follow lesson plans, manage behavior, and document important occurrences.

Starting wage varies by qualification level, with rates from $143.00/day for NSUB up to $224.00/day long-term rate after 20 consecutive days. This part-time, on-call position requires online district trainings before work begins.

Qualifications

• Must meet Highly Qualified requirements as per ESSA and district guidelines.
• Associate degree or higher, Praxis score, or 48 college credits.
• Ability to pass fingerprint/background checks and meet safety requirements.
• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds and manage a classroom environment.

Responsibilities

• Teach as scheduled by location and subject when assigned.
• Follow provided lesson plans and adjust for student needs.
• Maintain organized, safe classroom spaces and positive interactions.
• Document student progress and key classroom events for records.
• Communicate clearly with students, families, and colleagues.
• Support non-instructional duties as assigned by district staff.

Skills

Classroom management

English communication

Microsoft Office

Organizational skills

Education

Associates degree or higher

Praxis exam 460+ or equivalent

Two years of college (48 credit hours)

Tools

PRAXIS ETS

Job description

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Substitute Teacher

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Job Details

Job ID: 5853753

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Jul 26, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Reports To: Principal or Administrative Designee

SalarySchedule #20

Benefits: Not Eligible

Anticipated Start Date: as soon as possible

JOB SUMMARY:

As a substitute teacher, you will have the opportunity to work directly with a diverse student population that will require the same attention and nurturing as a classroom teacher. You will be an essential member of the district in helping our students prepare for their future success through the instruction you will provide in lieu of their regular classroom teacher.

The substitute teacher meets the educational needs of our students when the regular teacher is absent by following the assigned lesson plans, managing classroom behavior, and documenting important occurrences during the school day.

Starting wage:
$143.00/day:Associate's Degree/Praxis Exam/48 College Credit Hours (NSUB)
$158.00/day: Bachelor's or Master's Degree (BSUB)
$189.00/day:Certified Teacher (CSUB)
$189.00/day: Retired Teacher from SLCSD (RSUB)
$224.00/day: Long-Term Rate (effective after 20 consecutive days teaching in the same classroom)

Note: This position is part time, on-call and jobs can be selected through a notification system. All new hired substitutes cannot begin working as a substitute until they have completed the required online district trainings.

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Similar to theEvery Student Succeeds Act (ESSA), interested applicants must be deemed Highly Qualified to be considered for the position and have completed one of the following:
  • obtained an associates degree from an accredited higher education institution, or
  • satisfied a rigorous state or local assessment (PRAXIS ETS) with a score of 460 or higher, or
  • completed at least two years at an accredited higher education institution (minimum 48 semester hours)
• Ability to pass a fingerprint and criminal background check
• Able to roll, push, pull, bend, reach, stoop, and lift up to 30 pounds
• Speak, read, write, and present professionally, analyze and interpret English written and verbal communications
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Word, Excel, Outlook
• Ability to operate standard office equipment; phone, copy and fax machines etc.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's Degree or higher
• Valid Teaching License from any state
• Participating in or have completed a teaching program
• Knowledgeable of content pedagogy and student development stages

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Teach as scheduled and assigned by location, classroom and subject.
• Follow and implement student lesson plans by translating into learning activities.
• Organize classroom space for safety and for effective learning.
• Create a respectful classroom environment, establishing developmentally and culturally appropriate, positive and respectful teacher-student interactions.
• Establish a culture for learning, setting an expectation for learning and achievement, conveying the importance of the content, and displaying knowledge of students' skills.
• Use a wide variety of appropriate resources for diverse learning styles; adjust lessons, respond to student questions and interests, and provide a variety of approaches when students have difficulties.
• Engage students in learning through use of content activities, instructional materials, assignments, student groupings, questioning and discussion techniques, and the structure and pacing of the lessons.
• Manage student behavior in the classroom and at other school sponsored events, by establishing clear expectations, monitoring and dealing with students throughout class time, and appropriately to correcting misbehavior while respecting student dignity.
• Communicate clearly and accurately, using appropriate vocabulary for age and interests, and provide specific and timely feedback to enhance learning.
• Maintain accurate records of students' completion of assignments, student progress, and other non-instructional records.
• Communicate effectively and efficiently with diverse groups of people while maintaining confidentiality and positive working relationships with students, supervisors, co-workers, parents, and other district employees.
• Other duties as assigned.

Additional Essential Functions - Long Term Substitute

• Develop clear, relevant and student appropriate instructional goals based on content area concepts.
• Design clear, focused and coherent instruction for flexible groupings meeting student needs.
• Communicate to engage families in the instructional program by providing information about the instructional programs and individual student progress.
• Plan lessons utilizing assessment and evaluation techniques.
• Contribute to the school and the District by establishing and maintaining professional relationships with colleagues and participating in District and school projects/extracurricular activities.
• Evaluate own teaching effectiveness against learning outcomes and make appropriate adjustments to improve student learning.
• Proactively serve and advocate for students by participating in team or departmental decision making.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

The usual and customary methods of performing the job’s functions require the following physical demands: some lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling up to 30 pounds, some stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling, and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally, the job requires 60% sitting, 10% walking, and 30% standing. This job is performed in a generally clean and healthy environment.

The Salt Lake City School District is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, and its services, programs, and activities.

To request reasonable accommodation, contact usatHuman Resource Services - Salt Lake City School District (slcschools.org) or call 801-578-8340.

Non-Discrimination Statement

No district employee or student shall be subjected to discrimination in employment or any district program or activity on the basis of age, color, disability, gender, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status. The district is committed to providing equal access and equal opportunity in its programs, services and employment including its policies, complaint processes, program accessibility, district facility use, accommodations and other Equal Employment Opportunity matters. The district also provides equal access to district facilities for all youth groups listed in Title 36 of the United States Code, including scouting groups. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries and complaints regarding unlawful discrimination, harassment, and retaliation: Tina Hatch, Compliance and Investigations/Title IX Coordinator, 406 East 100 South, Salt Lake City, Utah 84111, [phone]. You may also contact the Office for Civil Rights, Denver, CO, [phone].

Position Type: Substitute

Job Categories:

Substitute > Substitute

Substitute > Substitute: Teachers

Job Requirements

• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Human Resources
• 406 E 100 S
• Salt Lake City, Utah 84111
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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