Substitute/Substitute Teacher

Substitute/Substitute Teacher JobID: 833

Position Type:

Support Staff/Substitute

Date Posted:

4/27/2026

Location:

Melissa ISD Home Office

Date Available:

08/13/2027

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Substitute/Substitute Teacher

Job Description

A substitute teacher assumes the responsibility for a classroom in the absence of the regular teacher, implementing the provided lesson plans, maintaining a positive learning environment, managing student behavior, and ensuring students are engaged in educational activities while adhering to school policies and procedures; essentially, providing temporary instruction and supervision until the regular teacher returns.

Job Qualifications

• Strong classroom management skills (maintaining a positive and engaging classroom atmosphere)
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions and implement lesson plans effectively
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact with students, staff, and parents
• Patience and ability to handle diverse student needs
• Adaptability (being flexible to adjust to different grades, subjects, and teaching styles)

Duties and Responsibilities

• Every substitute must work a minimum of 10 jobs throughout the semester
• Arrive on time
• Follow the teacher's lesson plans as closely as possible
• Maintain classroom management
• Communicate clearly and effectively with students and staff

Required Experience

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• 18 years of age or older

Payroll Information

PAY RATES

SUB CREDENTIALSPAY RATECertified (Valid Texas Certificate)$125.00One-half day (1-4 hours)$62.50Bachelor's Degree$115.00One-half day (1-4 hours)$57.50Without a Bachelor's Degree$100.00One-half day (1-4 hours)$50.00Nurse Sub (Registered Nurse)$150.00

PAY DATES

Payroll is processed based on the pay periods. Payroll checks are deposited on or close to the 20th of each month.

LONG TERM SUBSTITUTE POSITIONS

Subbing in a professional position for 10 consecutive days, for the same individual.

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