Day-to-Day Substitute Teacher (2026 - 2027)

Day-to-Day Substitute Teacher

The Bradford Area School District is accepting applications for Day-to-Day and Building Substitute Teachers.
Substitute Teachers make an impact on education and we appreciate your willingness to make a difference and help others!

**NEW RATE OF PAY FOR 2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR**
$137.00/day

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in any major required.
• Valid PA Teaching Certificate (a college graduate who did not major in education may qualify for an emergency certificate and will be eligible for consideration if he/she qualifies.
• Act 24 Arrest and Conviction Report Form
• PA State Police Criminal History Clearance - Act 34
• Federal Criminal History Clearance - Act 114
• Child Abuse Clearance - Act 151
• Mandated Child Abuse Reporter Training - Act 126
• Sexual Misconduct/Abuse Disclosure Release - Act 168
• Tuberculosis Test/Physical
• Successful candidates will also need to complete PDE requirements along with payroll and district-specific forms prior to employment.

Responsibilities

• Assume duties of the classroom teacher in accordance with school district lesson plans, school rules, and District policies.
• Lead instruction in the classroom by conducting the teacher's existing lesson plans.
• Assists in other capacities that the building administrator determines as necessary.
• Arrive on time, remain for the full assignment, complete all required reports and records, and report student accidents/incidents to the office.
• Practice professional ethics in all relationships with pupils, parents, teachers, and other citizens of the community.
• Report to the regular teacher any pertinent information concerning procedures used and assignments made.
• Maintain confidentiality relative to all pupil records and information.

Temperament

• Must possess excellent interpersonal skills.
• Understands that customer service is a top priority in this position.
• Demonstrates the ability to react to stressful situations involving citizens, parents and/or staff in a calm, rational, and equitable manner.
• Accepts criticism as a means of self-improvement.
• Exhibits a work ethic based on self-initiative and/or incentive and a high level of satisfaction in the accomplishment of the task at hand, to include attendance at on-going professional development seminars and training sessions.
• Must be able to work in an environment with frequent interruptions.
• Able to make judgments and work under high level of stress in a rational, calm, and equitable manner.
• Ability to get along well with staff, students, and public regardless of situation.
• Exhibits a positive attitude toward the position, i.e., follows office procedures in the performance of his/her duties.
• Understands the importance of pleasant, efficient response to all public inquiries and telephone calls, ensuring the accurate dissemination of that information to the proper District personnel.
• Performs in an efficient, yet pleasant manner, managing both time and assigned tasks.
• Exhibits a "team" sense of both operation and cooperation with management and staff members.
• (Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable a qualified individual with a disability or disabilities to perform the primary duties and responsibilities of the job.)

The More You Know

• Previous substitute experience is not required!
• You do not have to be an expert in any one subject area. We have a place for you!
• You will have the ability to select the schools, assignments, and days that are best suited to your preferences, skillset, and schedule. The position provides a work schedule that allows for significant flexibility on a week to week, on-call basis, though regular availability is helpful.
• Create a network with teachers and administrators who can provide valuable advice and professional connections.

Pay Period Note: Monthly pay checks will be issued to substitute employees the 20th day of the month.

EOE