Substitute - Teacher/Paraeducator/Secretary

IMDiversity; Leonardtown (MD); On-site; USD 20,801 - 31,684; Part time

Job summary

St. Mary's County Public Schools in Leonardtown, MD seeks substitutes across teaching, paraeducator, and secretary roles for daily or long‑term coverage at various sites. Starting date is immediate with hourly pay ranging from $15.10 to $23.00 based on qualification.

Positions require confidentiality, reliable attendance, and the ability to work with students, staff, and the community. Training and background checks are prerequisites, with duties including lesson support and administrative tasks.

Qualifications

• Must have a High school diploma or GED.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Background check completed prior to hire.
• Complete substitute training course.
• Submit employee history verification forms.
• Complete Vector Training (SafeSchools).
• Have observed a classroom for at least half a day before intake meeting.

Responsibilities

• Perform all duties of a regular teacher in a classroom or attend staff meetings and conferences.
• Complete duties of a regular secretary to support the program administratively.
• Maintain effective working relationships with staff and the public.
• Follow teacher lesson plans, mark assignments, and evaluate classroom work per policy.
• Record pupil absences according to procedures.
• Supervise students on site, grounds, or during field trips.
• Follow school and division procedures for routines and emergencies.
• Provide a written summary of work covered and comments to the teacher.
• Carry out duties requested by teacher or administrator during planning periods.
• Maintain confidentiality in all settings.
• Use SmartFind Express absence management system.

Skills

Confidentiality

Written & oral communication

Technology use

Punctuality

Education

High school diploma or GED

18+ years of age

Background check completed

Substitute training completed

Employee history verification forms

Vector Training (SafeSchools) completed

Observed classroom half-day

Job description

Substitute – Teacher/Paraeducator/Secretary

Locations: Various sites – Leonardtown, Maryland (St. Mary's County Public Schools)

Starting Date: Immediately

Salary

Hourly rate: $15.10 – $23.00 per hour.

• HS Diploma/GED – $15.10–$16.10
• AA Degree – $17.00–$18.00
• BA Degree – $20.00–$21.00
• MA or Higher – $22.00–$23.00

Nature of Work

Substitute teachers, paraeducators, and secretaries are hired to teach students and/or support the program in the absence of a regular teacher/paraeducator/secretary on a daily or long‑term basis.

Essential Functions

• Professionally relate to and collaborate with coworkers, students, and community members.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Communicate orally and in writing.
• Use technology to complete tasks.
• Report to work daily and on time.
• Understand and follow written and oral directions.
• Exercise effective organizational skills.
• Understand the programs, policies, and procedures of St. Mary's County Public Schools.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform all duties of a regular teacher in a classroom; may attend staff meetings and parent conferences.
• Complete all duties of a regular secretary to support the program administratively.
• Maintain effective working relationships with other employees and the public.
• Carry out the teacher's written lesson plans, mark assignments, and evaluate classroom work per policy.
• Record pupil absences according to procedures.
• Supervise students in the building, on grounds, or during field trips.
• Familiarize with and follow school and division procedures for routines and emergencies.
• Provide a clear written summary for the teacher of work covered and comments.
• Perform duties requested by teacher or administrator during planning periods.
• Maintain confidentiality in all settings.
• Use SmartFind Express absence management system.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 18 years of age.
• Completed background check.
• Completed employee history verification forms.
• Completed substitute training course.
• Observed a classroom for at least half a day between the class date and intake meeting.
• Completed Vector Training (SafeSchools) videos.
• Completed at least 10 substitute jobs per school year.

Terms of Employment

Temporary hourly assignment.

EEO Statement

The St. Mary's County Public School System does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, age, national origin, marital status or sexual orientation, religion, or disability in matters affecting employment or providing access to programs.