Substitute Teacher
Teach students academic, social, and other formative skills in one or more subjects, such as English, mathematics, or social studies, in public or private schools. Substitutes for a teacher on a limited-time basis.
Annual openings
469
BLS median wage
n/a
Typical education
This position usually requires a Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college/university, though a 1-year authorization requires a high school diploma or its equivalent. One-year authorizations are district-specific, thus an applicant must obtain district approval prior to applying.
10-year growth
+27%
Career requirements
What does this career require?
The education, credentials, and on-the-job competencies Colorado employers expect for this role.
Typical education
This position usually requires a Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college/university, though a 1-year authorization requires a high school diploma or its equivalent. One-year authorizations are district-specific, thus an applicant must obtain district approval prior to applying.
Credential requirement
No specific credential listed yet
Credential detail
A substitute authorization is required, with 3 different types possible, a 1-year, 3-year, or 5-year authorization.
Experience detail
This is an entry-level position so no experience is required. However, full or part-time work experience with children and/or developing the listed competencies is valued.
Employer competency information
- ● Problem Solving & Decision Making - Able to vary instructional methods for the benefit of students across a wide range of learning abilities and styles ● Instruction - Know and demonstrate knowledge of the content being taught, making the instruction and content relevant to students while fostering a positive learning environment and adjusting instructional approaches as needed ● Communication - Be perceptive and responsive listeners, able to communicate with students in a variety of ways; help students to articulate their thoughts and ideas clearly and effectively ● Critical & Analytical Thinking - Able to ask questions, think creatively, develop and test new and innovative ideas, while also helping students develop these same skills ● Teamwork - Working collaboratively with other educators, the students, and the families to achieve learning outcomes
Is this work a fit?
What the work actually feels like
How people in this career tend to spend their time, the interests it draws on, and a look at a typical day.
A typical day
- Distribute teaching materials, such as textbooks, workbooks, papers, and pencils, to students.
- Requisition and stock teaching materials and supplies.
- Teach social skills to students.
- Present subject matter to students under the direction and guidance of teachers, using lectures, discussions, supervised role-playing methods, or by reading aloud.
- Observe students' performance, and record relevant data to assess progress.
- Organize and supervise games and other recreational activities to promote physical, mental, and social development.