Substitute Teacher

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Inspire young minds while stepping into diverse classrooms and subjects.
Make a difference by supporting students' learning and growth every day.
Enjoy flexibility and variety in teaching environments and experiences.

💰 Earn $43K-$67K

📚 Bachelor Degree

⏱️ 24–48 MONTH TRAINING

📈 3.4% JOB GROWTH

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What You’ll Do

Teach students on a short-term basis as a temporary replacement for a regular classroom teacher, typically using the regular teacher's lesson plan.

Answer students' questions.
Assist students with boarding or exiting school buses.
Attend professional meetings, educational conferences, or teacher training workshops to improve professional competence.
Counsel students with adjustment or academic problems.
Distribute or collect tests or homework assignments.

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Minimum Education

Bachelor Degree

Career Prospects

Good (Increasing by 1-5%)

Training Time

2 to 4 years

Job Openings

58,900 Annually

Median Earnings

$54,270 in California

$37,380 Nationally

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Best For You If...

YOU Like 💕

Being creative or artistic
Relating with or serving others

You are skilled in 💫

Active Listening
Critical Thinking
Instructing
Learning Strategies
Reading Comprehension
Speaking

You value 🙏

Accomplishing things
Having freedom
Personal relationships

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Substitute Teacher

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