K-12 Substitute Teaching Across Philadelphia's Public & Charter Schools
K-12 substitute teacher jobs in Philadelphia, PA Philadelphia is one of the largest substitute markets in the Northeast. Between the public and charter schools spread from West Philly to the Far Northeast, the daily need for reliable classroom coverage rarely lets up. This board connects you to that demand without chasing each school individually. ⸻ The work, plainly A substitute steps into a Philadelphia classroom for the day, runs the plan the regular teacher left behind, keeps students engaged, and keeps the room calm and productive. You decide whether you want single-day coverage or longer placements that let you settle into one school community. ⸻ Compensation •Daily rate generally $120–$192 per day, depending on the school •Weekly direct deposit •Work as often or as little as you choose •Extended assignments available for predictable income ⸻ Schools you may be matched with •Public school campuses citywide •Charter networks across North, West, South and Northeast Philadelphia •Archdiocesan and independent private schools •Early-childhood and preschool centers ⸻ How scheduling works •Daytime school hours only •You control the days you receive job requests ⸻ Apply Complete the quick application at SubstituteTeacher.com to start seeing Philadelphia substitute openings suited to your availability and the grades you prefer.
Substitute Teacher Job Requirements
Philadelphia Substitute Teacher Requirements
To be eligible for substitute teaching roles in Philadelphia, applicants generally need:
A high school diploma or equivalent (bachelor's is preferred)
Ability to pass a background check
Dependable transportation to reach schools around the region
Strong communication and basic classroom-management skills
Availability during standard school-day hours
Willingness to follow prepared lesson plans and maintain a productive learning environment
About Substitute Teaching Jobs on SubstituteTeacher.com
SubstituteTeacher.com is a Philadelphia substitute teaching board built around the city's two big employers of subs — the public and charter schools that operate across all corners of the city. Apply once and choose where and when you want to be in a classroom.
