Substitute Teacher - Per Diem

Palisades Park School District; Palisades Park (NJ); On-site; USD 24,000 - 31,000; Part time

Job summary

The Palisades Park School District is seeking a Per Diem Substitute Teacher to cover classrooms in the Board of Education. You will follow established lesson plans, maintain a safe and respectful learning environment, and support students' academic and social development throughout the school day.

Assignments are on an as-needed basis across various grade levels, with a daily rate of $150.00 per day. Openings are posted on a rolling basis, and candidates will complete required pre-employment

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• NJ state substitute teaching certificate or appropriate credentials.
• Successful background check and fingerprint clearance.
• Strong communication and classroom-management skills.
• Ability to follow established lesson plans and adapt to different learning environments.

Responsibilities

• Provide classroom coverage in the absence of the regular teacher.
• Follow lesson plans and maintain a safe, respectful learning environment.
• Support the academic and social development of all students.
• Assignments may vary across grade levels and subjects.

Skills

Communication

Classroom management

Lesson plan adaptation

Cross-grade flexibility

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Position Type:

Substitute/Substitute Teacher

Date Posted:

10/28/2026

Location:

Board of Education

Date Available:

01/04/2027

Closing Date:

12/26/2026

Description:

The Per Diem Substitute Teacher will provide classroom coverage in the absence of the regular teacher. Substitutes are responsible for following lesson plans, maintaining a safe and respectful learning environment, and supporting the academic and social development of all students.

Job Summary:

Substitute Teachers work on an as-needed basis across various grade levels and subject areas. The daily rate of pay is$150.00 per day. Assignments may be scheduled in advance or on short notice, depending on the needs of the district or school.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree required
• Valid New Jersey state substitute teaching certificate or appropriate teaching credentials
• Successful background check and fingerprint clearance
• Strong communication and classroom-management skills
• Ability to follow established lesson plans and adapt to different learning environments

Working Conditions:

• Work is performed in a classroom setting within a school environment
• Requires flexibility to work across multiple grade levels and subjects
• May involve standing for extended periods and supervising students throughout the school day
• Daily assignments vary based on school needs

Selection Procedure:

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview and required to complete all pre-employment clearances before being added to the district's approved substitute list.