Substitute Teacher - Per Diem

Woonsocket Education Department; Woonsocket (RI); On-site; USD 18,000 - 53,000; Part time

Job summary

Woonsocket Public Schools in Woonsocket, RI seeks a Substitute Teacher for per diem, on-call coverage. The role involves implementing lesson plans, managing classrooms, and upholding school policies. Requirements include an associates degree or 60+ college credits, with a Bachelor's preferred; urban settings experience and a clear BCI are required at personal cost.

Starting immediately; daily pay ranges from $100 to $284.87 depending on days worked. Contact HR for details and application.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree or 60+ College Credits; Bachelor's Degree preferred.
• Experience working with school age children in an urban setting preferred.
• Clear BCI through National Fingerprinting required by law, at personal cost of $45.

Responsibilities

• On-call substitute who follows the lesson plans of the classroom teacher.
• Instruct assigned classes at designated times and locations.
• Establish and maintain classroom order and a conducive learning environment.
• Uphold school rules, policies, and district procedures.
• Report to the principal or designee at day start and end.

Education

Associates Degree

60+ College Credits

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

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Substitute Teacher - Per Diem

Woonsocket Public Schools Woonsocket Education Department - Woonsocket, Rhode Island Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5958801

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 13, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

This is an on call, day by day position. This employee is responsible for carrying out the lesson plans of the teacher for whom he/she is substituting and meeting the duties of teaching as outlined in laws and policies.

Duties of this position include but are not limited to:

• Programming:
  • Following the lesson plan left by the teacher for whom he/she is substituting in accordance with district's philosophy, goals and objectives.
  • Meeting and instructing assigned classes in the locations and at the times designated.
  • Establishing and maintaining order in the classroom.
  • Maintaining a classroom environment conducive to effective learning.
  • Taking all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, materials, equipment and facilities.
  • Assisting in upholding and enforcing school rules, administrative regulations, and School Committee Policies.
• Public Relations:
  • Cooperating with school personnel.
  • Establishing and maintaining cooperative relations with other employees.
• Reporting:
  • Reporting to the principal or his/her designee at the beginning and end of the school day.
• Other responsibilities as directed by the principal.

Additional Requirements:

• Associates Degree OR 60+ College Credits, Bachelor's Degree preferred
• Experience working with school age children in an urban setting preferred
• Clear BCI through National Fingerprinting required by Law, at personal cost of $45

Incremental pay is based as follows and resets each school year:
Days 1-45 - $100/day
Days 46-90 - $110/day
Days 91-135 - $130/day
Days 136+ - $284.87/day

Position Type: Substitute

Salary: $100 to $284.87 Per Day

Job Categories:

• Substitute > Substitute
• Substitute > Substitute: Teachers

Job Requirements

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

Contact Information

• Human Resources Department
• McFee Administration Building
• Woonsocket, Rhode Island 02895
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]