Substitute Teaching Information
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Substitutes are a crucial part of the Talbot County Public Schools team. We rely on skilled substitutes to fill in for planned or unplanned absences.
TCPS seeks engaging, reliable substitute teachers for classes at all levels, from pre-kindergarten to high school. You would help classes continue operating smoothly while promoting effective learning and development.
The ideal candidate
· Is flexible and patient with scheduling
· Is confident and proficient in giving instruction
· Has superb verbal and written communication skills
· Has ability to pass background screenings
If this describes you, please complete the application below to get started!
2023-2024 Substitute Pay Rate
- Non-Degree $15.50/per hour
- Degree (AA) $17.00/per hour
- Degree (Bachelors) $20.00/per hour
- Certified Teacher $25.00/per hour
TCPS has the current bonus plan in place
- Work 3 days in one week – $100
- Work 4 days in one week – $150
- Work 5 days in one week – $200
Assignments
Substitute teacher assignments are available on an as needed basis and these positions are considered to be temporary employees. Substitute assignments may be daily or long term. Substitute Teachers receive no benefits.
Substitute teaching assignments may change based on the needs of the individual school. A Substitute Teacher may be asked to accept assignments outside of his/her background or educational training. They may also be asked to cover classes during a planning period. It is not expected that a Substitute Teacher be able to teach new or unfamiliar material, but rather make every attempt to follow the lesson plan and manage student behavior in the most positive way possible.
Locations
Substitutes have the option of receiving daily job offers from schools all throughout the district, or they may work only at specific schools convenient to them.
Questions?
If you have any questions about Substitute Teaching with Talbot County Public Schools, please see FAQ’s below; email emily.lewis@talbotschools.org; or call 410-822-0330.
What are the requirements to become a substitute?
- You must be a high school graduate
- You must complete an online application.
- You must pass a criminal background check and be fingerprinted.
- You must complete an online training program through SafeSchools.
How do I appy to be a substitute teacher?
All applications are completed online at https://tcps.tedk12.com/hire/ViewJob.aspx?JobID=28# . After you have completed the application, you will be contacted by the school district and given further instructions in completing the process.
What is my role as a substitute teacher?
As a substitute teacher, you will play a vital role in the daily education of our students. A substitute teacher’s job is to maintain the learning process while the regular classroom teacher is out of the classroom.
These may include:
- Keep students on task
- Engage students in the learning process
- Have high expectations for student achievement
- Ability and willingness to work within a variety of classroom structures
- Maintain a high level of professionalism inside the classroom and on campus while serving as an example to our students
What is substitute teaching like?
Substitute teaching will be a totally different experience than most jobs. As a substitute teacher you are always on call. You may be called at the last minute, or you can plan your jobs in advance, but you should always be prepared. Substitute teaching will vary by school, just like regular full-time classroom teaching. Every job is different from the last job and no two substitute jobs are the same.
How much do substitute teachers get paid?
The rate of pay for substitute teachers varies.
Talbot County Public Schools pay schedule is listed on the web site. Long-Term substitutes may receive increased pay the longer they work in one assignment.
2023-2024 Substitute Pay Rate
- Non-Degree $15.50/per hour
- Degree (AA) $17.00/per hour
- Degree (Bachelors) $20.00/per hour
- Certified Teacher $25.00/per hour
TCPS has the current bonus plan in place
- Work 3 days in one week – $100
- Work 4 days in one week – $150
- Work 5 days in one week – $200
Do substitute teachers receive benefits?
No
Am I guaranteed employment and how often can I work?
Substitute teachers are not regular part-time or full-time employees. Substitutes are employed on an as needed basis and therefore are not guaranteed employment by the school district.
How do I find out about available sub jobs?
Talbot County Public Schools uses an online system called AESOP/Frontline. You can log onto the internet 24 hours a day to see what jobs are available. The system will also call, text, or email (or a combination of the three) with available positions each day. If positions are not filled before 6:00 a.m, the Substitute Coordinator may contact you to fill the vacancy.
Can I work at only certain schools, or do I work for all schools?
We hope that you will make yourself available for all schools, but you can also choose to work with just certain age groups, i.e. elementary students only, or certain schools.
What happens if I get a call late and I can’t be there for the start of school?
If you can arrive within a reasonable amount of time from the call, then accept the job. We try to be accommodating to ensure the schools have the coverage they need. Contact the school if you are going to be late for any assignment.
