Substitute Teacher ​/ Substitute Teacher Monitor

Substitute Teacher / Substitute Teacher Monitor

• Position Type:
  Substitute/ Substitute Teacher
• Date Posted: 8/1/2026
• Closing Date:
  Continuously Open

We are hiring Substitute Teachers and Substitute Classroom Monitors for the 2026-27 school year (and beyond!) This is an opportunity to make a difference in the lives of our students. The work schedule is flexible as you pick the days you want to work! All PSERS retirees, active or inactive PA teaching certificate holder may substitute an unlimited amount of days per year.

Our Substitute Teachers and Substitute Teacher Monitors will ensure education continues for students while the regular classroom teacher is not available.

• $140/day for Day-to-Day Substitute Teachers and Substitute Teacher Monitors
• $224/day for Short-Term Substitutes (more than 20 days but less than 90 days in same classroom/teacher assignment)*
• $308.93/day for Long-Term Substitutes (90 days or more in same classroom/teacher assignment)*

* May require a separate application for the specific position and does require a minimum of a Bachelor's degree.

• PA teaching certificate (all/any certifications); or
• An emergency permit obtained through Palmyra Area School District or IU13 ; or
• The guest teacher program information is available through Palmyra Area School District and can be completed within 6 hours from the comfort of your own home!
• Prospective Teacher Substitutes =>
  College students enrolled in a Pennsylvania-approved college or university teacher preparation program AND have completed a minimum of sixty (60) college credits or equivalentmay work as a Substitute Teacher

• Has completed at least 60 semester hours or the equivalent of courses at a regionally accredited college/university located in PA; or have at least three (3) years experience as a paraprofessional in a school entity and is currently employed as a paraprofessional in a school entity; and
• Has met the pre-employment requirements for background clearances, citizenship, and good moral character under the School Code and Child Protective Services Law; and
• Is at least 25 years of age; and
• Has completed training on classroom management available through the Palmyra Area School District (via IU13.)

Questions? Contact HR.

Mrs. Lori Brady, Administrative Assistant for Human Resources
Palmyra Area School District, District Office
1125 Park Drive, Palmyra, PA 17078
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