Substitute Teacher - 2026-2027 School Year

Substitute Teacher -  School Year

Position Type: Substitute Teaching Staff / Substitute Teacher

Date Posted: 6/8/2026

Position Summary: Performs regular teacher's class plan while the teacher is absent.

• Interim Sub License: $130/day
• Valid Teaching License: $150/day
• Retired Teacher from any district: $200/day
• Retired Teachers from FPS: $300/day

• Communicates, collaborates, and cooperates with colleagues, supervisors, and students.
• Assumes the responsibilities for instructing classes, general supervision, cleaning/tidying of the classroom and other responsibilities performed by that teacher during the day when a teacher is absent.
• Prepares lesson plans with assistance, as directed by an administrator, when lesson plans are not available in the classroom.
• Maintains appropriate records including checking test papers, recording grades, student assignments for homework, projects and the necessary clerical work required to maintain student records for a teacher who is absent; communicates in writing a summary of the day including any work not completed for the teacher to review upon their return.
• Manages student behavior consistent with the philosophy of the building administrative team.
• Provides for individualized and small group assistance for students as indicated by lesson plans.
• Participates in all mandatory training or training appropriate to the position as required by the district.

• A minimum of 48 semester hours of college coursework;
  Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Valid North Dakota Interim Substitute license required;
  North Dakota Teaching license preferred.

For more information on how to apply for a ND Interim Substitute license, visit North Dakota Educational Standards and Practices Board at: https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).-license

All applications for open Fargo Public Schools positions must be made via  . Paper submissions will not be accepted. Application materials must clearly explain how experience and education are related to the minimum qualifications and job duties. Applicants for administrative, teaching, professional and other certified staff positions will need to attach:
1) Cover Letter
2) Resume/CV
3) Three (3) Letters of Reference
4) Complete transcripts for each degree from the institutions conferring the degrees.

Applicants who are residents of ND and eligible to claim veteran's preference must upload a Form DD214. Claims for disabled veteran's preference must include a current statement of disabled status from the Veterans Affairs Office.

For more information or questions please call  or email human resources.nd.us.

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