Substitute Teacher

Overview

The impact you will have: As a Substitute Teacher in San José Unified, you will play a vital role in ensuring continuity of learning when a classroom teacher is absent. You will create a safe, welcoming, and engaging learning environment where students remain focused, supported, and connected to their academic goals. Through effective classroom management, adaptability, and meaningful instruction, you will help minimize disruptions, maintain a positive learning environment, and support student success every day.

Who you are: You are a flexible and dependable educator who creates positive, inclusive learning environments where students feel safe, supported, and ready to learn. You adapt quickly to new classrooms, communicate effectively with students and staff, and are committed to maintaining high expectations while ensuring continuity of learning in the teacher’s absence.

• Resume
• Valid Substitute Teaching Permit or California Teaching Credential
• TB Clearance that has been completed within past 60 days (screenings beyond 60 days will be accepted with additional documentation verifying that you have been continuously working in a public school setting since the date of your latest TB screening)

As of January 1, 2025, in accordance with Education Code section 44939.5 (as amended by California AB2534) applicants for certificated positions are required by law to provide a complete list of every school district, county office of education, charter school and/or state special school with which you have previously been employed, regardless of the length of service. For all certificated positions, please be comprehensive in disclosing any part-time, full-time and substitute employment.

Failure to disclose any previous educational employment may result in the disqualification of your application.

You must list all previous LEAs (Local Education Agencies) where you have been employed. If multiple LEAs are within the same district, only the district information is required. An LEA is a local entity involved in education including but not limited to school districts, county offices of education, direct-funded charter schools, and special education local plan area (SELPA).