Substitute Teacher

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Job ID:5418265

Application Deadline:Posted until filled

Posted:Oct 27, 2025 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date:Immediately

Ohio Substitute Teacher Services (OSTS) offers substitute teachers the opportunity to work in a variety of school settings throughout Ohio. Substitute teachers play an important role in a student's education. We assist in placing substitute teachers in vacant positions to facilitate a student's education in the absence of their teacher.

If you're a retired teacher looking to step back in the classroom, a new college graduate, or someone interested in becoming a substitute teacher for the first time - we are eager to meet you! We encourage all candidates to apply, regardless of experience. You do not need a background in education or be currently licensed. We can assist with getting you credentialed. Our associates work closely with each applicant throughout the hiring process from screening to your first assignment. If you are interested in making a difference in the lives of others, submit your application today.

More Information

Via phone at 216.446.6787

Via email at info@ohiosts.org

Responsibilities

Follows lesson plans: Substitute teachers are responsible for following the lesson plans provided by the absent classroom teacher to ensure continuity of education.

Maintains a neat and orderly classroom: Creating an organized and welcoming classroom environment is essential for a productive learning atmosphere.

Ensures student supervision: Substitute teachers must never leave students unattended in the classroom to maintain their safety.

Keeps students safe and engaged: It's important to keep students engaged in the learning process and maintain a safe classroom environment.

Monitors student progress: Keep a close eye on students' progress and assist where needed.

Maintains existing classroom management and discipline procedures: Consistency with existing classroom management and discipline procedures is crucial.

Understands school policy and procedures: Knowledge of school policies and procedures helps maintain order and safety.

Provides written feedback: Offer feedback to the regular classroom teacher regarding the day's activities and student behavior.

Maintains accurate attendance records: Keep accurate records of student attendance.

Requirements

Criminal record check: Applicants must have a clean criminal record that allows for public school employment, verified through FBI and BCI background checks dated within 365 days of hire.

Bachelor's Degree: Hold at least a Bachelor's Degree in any field.

Professional references: Provide three professional references.

Teaching License: Either obtain an Ohio Department of Education Substitute Teacher License or possess a Teaching License.

Training: Complete SubSkills Online training (if applicable contingent after hire) and submit all mandatory professional development modules and activities using PublicSchoolWorks as a platform.

Effective communication: Communicate accurately and effectively, both in writing and orally.

Punctuality: Maintain an acceptable attendance record and be punctual.

Professional conduct: Adhere to the Licensure Code of Professional Conduct for Ohio Educators.

If you're a retired teacher looking to step back in the classroom, a new college graduate, or someone interested in becoming a substitute teacher for the first time - we are eager to meet you! We encourage all candidates to apply, regardless of experience. You do not need a background in education or be currently licensed. We can assist with getting you credentialed. Our associates work closely with each applicant throughout the hiring process from screening to your first assignment. If you are interested in making a difference in the lives of others, submit your application today.

More Information

Via phone at 216.446.6787

Via email at info@ohiosts.org

Responsibilities

Follows lesson plans: Substitute teachers are responsible for following the lesson plans provided by the absent classroom teacher to ensure continuity of education.

Maintains a neat and orderly classroom: Creating an organized and welcoming classroom environment is essential for a productive learning atmosphere.

Ensures student supervision: Substitute teachers must never leave students unattended in the classroom to maintain their safety.

Keeps students safe and engaged: It's important to keep students engaged in the learning process and maintain a safe classroom environment.

Monitors student progress: Keep a close eye on students' progress and assist where needed.

Maintains existing classroom management and discipline procedures: Consistency with existing classroom management and discipline procedures is crucial.

Understands school policy and procedures: Knowledge of school policies and procedures helps maintain order and safety.

Provides written feedback: Offer feedback to the regular classroom teacher regarding the day's activities and student behavior.

Maintains accurate attendance records: Keep accurate records of student attendance.

Requirements

Criminal record check: Applicants must have a clean criminal record that allows for public school employment, verified through FBI and BCI background checks dated within 365 days of hire.

Bachelor's Degree: Hold at least a Bachelor's Degree in any field.

Professional references: Provide three professional references.

Teaching License: Either obtain an Ohio Department of Education Substitute Teacher License or possess a Teaching License.

Training: Complete SubSkills Online training (if applicable contingent after hire) and submit all mandatory professional development modules and activities using PublicSchoolWorks as a platform.

Effective communication: Communicate accurately and effectively, both in writing and orally.

Punctuality: Maintain an acceptable attendance record and be punctual.

Professional conduct: Adhere to the Licensure Code of Professional Conduct for Ohio Educators.

Position Type:Part-time

Job Categories:

Instructional Support > Substitute: Teachers

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

• Cari Wiley , Operations Manager
• 6393 Oak Tree Blvd
• Independence, Ohio 44131
• Phone: 216.524.3000
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