Substitute Teacher

Mathematics, English Language Arts, Science, Social Studies, History, Geography, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Environmental Science, Computer Science, Physical Education, Foreign Languages (specify language options), Health Education, Music, Art

Job Skills

Adaptability, Behavioral Management, Classroom Management, Collaboration and Teamwork, Communication Skills, Creativity in Lesson Planning, Early Childhood Education, Empathy and Compassion, Emotional Intelligence, Lesson Planning, Organization Skills, Presentation and Public Speaking Skills, Problem Solving, Record Keeping and Documentation, Student Engagement Strategies, Student Behavior Intervention, Teaching and Instructional Techniques, Time Management

Health Insurance

Age

18-65 Years

Nationality

No Preference

Bachelor's Degree

No Preference

USA

Earn more, teach when and where you want, and make a real difference in schools near you.

We make substitute teaching easier, more flexible, and more rewarding—whether you're just starting out or a seasoned educator. Named Most Innovative Company in Education by Fast Company and a Great Place to Work in 2024, we offer top pay, bonuses, and exclusive perks for top-performing subs.

We put you in control of your schedule—no early morning phone calls! View and accept open requests instantly through text, our app, or your laptop.

At Swing, subs earn more, get paid faster, and have access to exclusive perks. Here's what you get:

• More ways to earn – Get opportunities to earn up to 50% more on high-priority requests and bonuses throughout the year.

• Teach on your terms – Choose when and where you want to teach, with full control over your schedule.

• Priority access to assignments – Be a Swing Hero to unlock additional bonuses and first pick of top assignments.

• Upskilling & training – Get your Emergency 30-Day Permit with Swing Cert ($150 stipend
) and grow with Swing’s Skill Builder training program.

• No lesson plan? No problem –
Sub Plan.ai creates lesson plans in seconds when one hasn’t been left for you.

• Your voice counts – Share anonymous school feedback to ensure you feel more confident in the classroom.

• Bonuses & referrals – Earn bonuses throughout the year and get $100 for referring a friend.

• We’ve got your back – Get help with covering background check costs,
medical & 401k options
, and full support whenever you need it.

• $180-$320 per day (rates vary by location, school, and certification—
plus additional bonuses!)

• Earn up to 50% more on last-minute requests.

• Swing Heroes unlock priority requests and exclusive bonuses.

• Work when and where you want
—pick assignments in your area that fit your schedule.

• Bachelor’s degree (international degrees evaluated individually)

• CA teaching credential or Emergency 30-Day Permit (or willingness to get one)

• Pass a background check & TB test (we’ll help you through it!)

(Need help with certification? Swing Cert simplifies the process and helps offset costs!)

1. Click "Apply Now" and complete a short questionnaire.

2. Check your email for next steps. Reach out to  if you don’t hear from us.

3. Verify your qualifications and get ready to teach.

4. Start choosing assignments through our award-winning Swing app!

Join Swing Education and start making an impact today!

At Swing, we harness technology to address the teacher shortage, seamlessly connecting qualified substitute teachers with schools. Swing has helped more than 2,800 schools fill over 300,000 absence days and has brought 4,000 substitute teachers onto its platform. We recruit, screen, and support a large group of substitute teachers, and we make it easy for schools to find the right sub at the right time.

By supporting substitute teachers and developing technology that enables schools to get coverage quickly, we're improving the substitute teaching experience for schools, subs, and students.