Substitute Teachers

North Chicago Community Unit School District #187; Hamilton (OH); On-site; USD 33,210 - 46,309; Part time

Job summary

A school district in Ohio is looking for a confident and experienced Substitute Teacher. The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor’s degree and a valid Substitute Educator License. Responsibilities include managing classroom activities, assigning homework, and adhering to lesson plans. Competitive compensation is offered, with potential daily rates of $180 to $251 based on experience and availability. Join a dynamic educational team dedicated to providing meaningful learning experiences for students.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of successful substitute teaching experience preferred.
• Experience working with a diverse student population in an urban school setting required.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to curriculum and lesson plans assigned by the regular teacher.
• Manage classroom activities and assign homework.
• Oversee students outside of the classroom.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university

Current valid Substitute Educator License with Stipulations

Job description

• Position Type: Substitute / Substitute Teacher
• Date Posted: 8/21/2025
• Location: Multiple Locations

POSITION TITLE

Substitute Teacher

LOCATION

All locations

PRIMARY FUNCTION

We are searching for a confident, experienced substitute teacher to join our team. We're interested in you if you are a friendly and competent professional interested in education. Your duties will include assigning homework, managing classroom activities, and compiling reports.

To excel in this role, you should have in-depth knowledge of effective teaching practices that ensure learning is a comfortable and meaningful experience. Our ideal candidate has excellent interpersonal and organizational skills, with a strong command of the English language.

QUALIFICATIONS

Licensure: Current valid Substitute Educator License with Stipulations.

Education: Required – Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in any field.

Experience: Preferred – Two (2) years of prior successful substitute teaching experience working with a diverse student population in an urban school setting.

ESSENTIAL PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Adhering to the curriculum and lesson plans assigned by the regular teacher.
• Following procedures and achieving lesson goals.
• Assigning and explaining homework.
• Overseeing students outside of the classroom, including in the hallways and cafeteria.
• Complying with all school regulations and policies at all times.
• Taking attendance and documenting daily notes.Ensuring the classroom and work stations are kept clean and orderly.
• Overseeing the normal classroom rhythms and activities.
• Compiling a report for the teacher for when they return.
• Diapering may be required.
• Other duties as assigned by the school and district administration.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Handle confidential information professionally.
• Ability to use discretion and exercise sound judgment.
• Effective oral and written communication skills and strong interpersonal skills.
• Good organizational and time management skills.
• Evidence of dependability, integrity, and a strong work ethic.
• Ability to take the initiative, work independently, meet deadlines, follow complex directions and adapt to changing demands, activities, and workloads.

DISTRICT CORE COMPETENCIES

• Achievement focus
• Cultural competence
• Classroom environment leadership
• Reflective learner

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Standing (? of the time)
• Walking (? of the time)
• Sitting (less than ? of the time)
• Significant fine finger dexterity (over ? of the time)
• Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl (up to ? of the time)
• Talk or hear (over ? of the time)
• Taste or smell (less than ? of the time)
• Lifting up to 10 lbs. (over ? of the time); up to 25 lbs. (up to ? of the time); up to 50 lbs. (less than ? of the time); up to 100 lbs. (less than ? of the time)
• Pushing and/or pulling (less than ? of the time)
• Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less)
• Distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more)
• Peripheral vision (ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or to the left and right which eyes are fixed on a given point)

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

As needed or based on substitute teacher’s availability.

SALARY RANGE

• Professional Educator License (PEL) – $180.00/day
• Day to Day Subs to the District – $195.00/day
• $251/day (defined as a person requested to serve for 2 weeks or longer in one classroom)

EVALUATION

As needed.

EEO STATEMENT

The North Chicago Community Unit School District #187 is an Equal Opportunity Employer with established policies prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, ancestry, marital status, arrest record, military status, order of protection status, unfavorable military discharge, citizenship status provided the individual is authorized to work in the United States, use of lawful products while not at work, being a victim of domestic or sexual violence, genetic information, physical or mental handicap or disability, if otherwise able to perform the essential functions of the job with reasonable accommodation, credit history unless a satisfactory credit history is an established bona fide occupational requirement of a particular position or other legally protected categories. The Superintendent of Schools/designee (847-689-8150) addresses questions regarding student discrimination, and the Director of Human Resources (847-689-8150) answers questions concerning staff discrimination.