Substitute Teacher/Aide

Central51; Illinois; On-site; USD 22,140 - 23,985; Part time

Job summary

A local school district located in Illinois is seeking Substitute Teachers and Paraprofessionals for the 2024-2025 school year. The role involves ensuring continuity in instruction, maintaining classroom order, and following lesson plans set by the regular teacher. Candidates must possess appropriate Illinois licensure, complete a background check, and may assist with paperwork upon hiring. This position offers a daily rate of $130 for teachers and $120 for paraprofessionals.

Qualifications

• Appropriate licensure from the Illinois State Board of Education.
• Experience or willingness to apply for the substitute teaching license.
• Ability to follow lesson plans and maintain classroom order.

Responsibilities

• Maintain continuity in instruction and classroom order.
• Create conducive learning conditions.
• Follow lesson plans provided by the teacher.

Skills

Valid Illinois licensure (PEL, SUB, STS, or ELS/PARA)

Completed fingerprint based criminal background check

Successful completion of a physical exam

Education

B.S. degree

Job description

Substitute Teacher/Paraprofessional 2024-25 JobID: 1386

• Position Type: Substitute/ Substitute Teacher
• Date Posted: 7/13/2024
• Location: Central School District 51

TITLE: Substitute Teacher

RATE: $130/day for substitute teachers $120/day for substitute paraprofessionals (aides)

QUALIFICATIONS

• Valid and appropriate Illinois licensure (PEL, SUB, STS, or ELS/PARA w/ B.S. degree).
• License registered with the Regional Office of Education - 53
• Successful completion of fingerprint based criminal background check (IL State Police and FBI), Sex Offender and Violent Youth Offender screening.
• Successful completion of a physical exam.
• If you do not currently hold a substitute teaching license but would like to apply for one, please contact the Regional Office of Education in East Peoria. https://www.roe53.net/substitutes

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Once you have completed the application, please contact Mrs. Cox in the district office for an appointment to complete the necessary paperwork. Kim Cox, Human Resources - Phone: [phone] Ext. 2405 or [e-mail]

• The original approval letter from the ROE along with the criminal history reports from the Illinois State Police and FBI (to be completed at the ROE).
• A copy of the Statement of Physical Fitness from a physician.
• Copies of college transcripts
• Appropriate forms of identification as required for the I-9 - Employment Eligibility Verification form. (ex. Passport or Driver’s License and Social Security Card).

JOB GOAL

To maintain continuity in instruction and maintain good order wherever assigned

To create classroom conditions conducive to a good learning situation.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Follows lesson plans and instructions provided by the teacher.
• Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to student learning.
• Ensures that student conduct conforms with the school standards and school district discipline policies.
• Adheres to a professional code of ethics which includes confidentiality of school related matters.

Note: The above description is illustrative of most tasks and responsibilities. It is not all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Postings current as of 12/5/2025 9:56:28 PM CST.