Substitute Teachers

Johnsburg School District 12; McHenry (IL); On-site; USD 24,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnsburg School District #12 is seeking enthusiastic and qualified individuals to join our team as Substitute Teachers for the 2026-2027 School Year.

Flexible scheduling with both full-day and partial-day assignments available throughout the school year, with competitive daily pay ranging from $132.20 to $261.44 per day (includes contributions to the Illinois Teachers' Retirement System), depending on the assignment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher from a regionally accredited college or university.
• Submit a Substitute Teaching License application through ELIS.
• Actively enrolled in an approved Illinois educator preparation program.
• Have completed at least 90 semester hours of coursework.
• Hold a Professional Educator License (PEL) in pre-completion status within ELIS.
• Associate's degree or higher for Short-Term Substitute Teaching License.
• Have completed at least 60 semester hours for Short-Term license.
• License valid for substitute teaching in grades PK-22.
• License valid for 5 years.
• May substitute up to 90 consecutive paid school days for the same licensed teacher (up to 120 days if a PEL is in effect).
• Available for application through June 30, 2028.

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Active enrollment in an Illinois educator preparation program

90 semester hours of coursework

Professional Educator License (PEL) in pre-completion status

Submit Substitute Teaching License application through ELIS

Associate's degree or higher (Short-Term lic.)

60 semester hours (Short-Term lic.)

Job description

Johnsburg School District #12

Johnsburg School District 12 is seeking enthusiastic and qualified individuals to join our team as Substitute Teachers for the 2026-2027 School Year. Whether you're looking for a flexible work schedule, an opportunity to support students, or a rewarding way to give back to your community, we'd love to hear from you! Flexible scheduling with both full-day and partial-day assignments available throughout the school year, with competitive daily pay ranging from $132.20 to $261.44 per day (includes contributions to the Illinois Teachers' Retirement System), depending on the assignment.

Licensing Requirements

Applicants must hold either a Substitute Teaching License or a Short-Term Substitute Teaching License issued by the State of Illinois.

Substitute Teaching License

Option 1

• Hold a bachelor's degree or higher from a regionally accredited college or university.
• Submit a Substitute Teaching License application through ELIS.

Option 2

• Be actively enrolled in an approved Illinois educator preparation program.
• Have completed at least 90 semester hours of coursework (completed within the most recent semester).
• Transfer coursework may be applied if accepted by the educator preparation program.
• Hold a Professional Educator License (PEL) in pre-completion status within ELIS.
• Submit a Substitute Teaching License application through ELIS.

Important Information

• Valid for substitute teaching in grades PK-22.
• License is valid for 5 years and may be renewed.
• May substitute for up to 90 consecutive paid school days for the same licensed teacher in a school year.
• Individuals holding a Professional Educator License (PEL) may substitute for up to 120 consecutive paid school days for the same licensed teacher.

Short-Term Substitute Teaching License

Applicants Must

• Hold an Associate's degree or higher, or
• Have completed at least 60 semester hours of coursework from a regionally accredited college or university (100-level coursework or above).

Important Information

• Valid for substitute teaching in grades PK-22.
• Available for application through June 30, 2028.
• License is valid for 5 years.
• May substitute for up to 5 consecutive paid school days for the same licensed teacher (or up to 15 consecutive days if a State disaster proclamation is in effect).
• Must complete the required school board training program.
• May also serve as a Paraprofessional if otherwise qualified.

Helpful Resources

• View Substitute and Paraprofessional License Checklist
• How to Become a Substitute Teacher