Substitute Teacher K-12 2026-2027

Owasso Public Schools; Owasso (OK); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Owasso Public Schools seeks substitute teachers for grades K-12 to support daily classroom instruction when a teacher is absent. You will implement lesson plans, supervise students, maintain attendance records, and help sustain a safe, productive learning environment.

Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent, experience working with youth, and fingerprint background testing. A bachelor's degree or teaching certificate is preferred but not required; the district is an Equal

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience working with youth.
• Bachelor's degree preferred but not required.
• Teaching certificate preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to the daily routine, classroom procedures, and schedule provided by the teacher.
• Assume the responsibilities for instructing the classes when a teacher is absent.
• Assume all other responsibilities for that teacher during the time the teacher is absent.
• Maintain appropriate records as required for student records including attendance, assignments, and projects.
• Implement lesson plans left by classroom teacher.
• Maintain a safe and productive learning environment.
• Communicate and enforce high expectations and standards for behavior and academic performance to maintain a strong culture of achievement
• Establish and reinforce age-appropriate rules and logical consequences
• Communicate outcome of the day to classroom teacher through note or communication
• Fulfill all outlined and related functions professionally, timely and thoroughly

Skills

Experience working with youth

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree preferred but not required

Teaching certificate preferred but not required

Job description

Substitute Teachers needed for grades K - 12.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Adhere to the daily routine, classroom procedures, and schedule provided by the teacher.
• Assume the responsibilities for instructing the classes when a teacher is absent.
• Assume all other responsibilities for that teacher during the time the teacher is absent.
• Maintain appropriate records as required for student records including attendance, assignments, and projects.
• Implement lesson plans left by classroom teacher.
• Maintain a safe and productive learning environment.
• Communicate and enforce high expectations and standards for behavior and academic performance to maintain a strong culture of achievement
• Establish and reinforce age-appropriate rules and logical consequences
• Communicate outcome of the day to classroom teacher through note or communication
• Fulfill all outlined and related functions professionally, timely and thoroughly

EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Experience working with youth
• Bachelor's degree preferred but not required
• Teaching certificate preferred but not required

Must complete fingerprint background testing as required by Oklahoma State Department of Education.

Owasso Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer.