Teacher; Substitute

Position: Teacher (Substitute)

Job Overview

Positions are located within the Americas Mid Atlantic and Southeast Districts. These positions are not covered by a bargaining unit. All candidates must reside within the local commuting area where the position is located, defined as the geographic area surrounding the work site where people live and can reasonably travel back and forth daily (5 CFR 575.203). Open from 12/01/2025 to 03/31/2026.

Pay: $24.57 per hour (AD 00).
Appointment Type: Seasonal, intermittent;
Work Schedule: Intermittent;
Remote: No;
Telework: No;
Travel: Not required;
Relocation Expenses Reimbursed: No.

Duties

• Maintains discipline for the classroom
• Communicates lesson plans to students
• Maintains accurate records for the classroom
• Supervises students in the school environment
• Interacts effectively with students, co‑workers, and parents

Conditions of Employment

• Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre‑Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Requirement.
• Proof of U.S. Citizenship required.
• Direct deposit of pay required.
• Appointment subject to a suitability/fitness determination.
• Tier 1 (T1) investigation with Childcare Checks required.
• Must maintain confidentiality of school‑related matters.
• Minimum age 18 years.
• Must reside within the local commuting area.

Qualifications

This announcement will be used to fill Substitute positions in one of two different series. Candidates from both series will be referred for consideration and selection. To qualify, you must meet one of the education requirements described below.

Teacher (Substitute), AD-1710-00: You must possess a bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited college or university. A copy of your transcript must be submitted for consideration. Education

Foreign degrees and coursework from non‑accredited institutions must be evaluated prior to acceptance. Evaluation can be done through a current member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or via a regionally accredited institution’s graduate division. Graduates of non‑accredited institutions may validate their undergraduate work by admission to graduate school and completion of a minimum of 5 semester hours of credit at a regionally accredited graduate college.

Additional

Information

• Multiple vacancies will be filled from the applicant pool that applies to this announcement.
• Selectees will be appointed on a temporary basis for the length of the school year.
• Substitute teachers are needed only when a teacher is absent; no guarantee of regular work hours.
• You will only be paid for the time you are called to report for work.
• This position is covered by the Dual Compensation Act which prohibits receiving pay from more than one position for more than 40 hours in a calendar week.
• Positions may be extended in one‑year increments.
• Applicants with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation at ra.
• MILITARY SPOUSES: Applying for this temporary contribution does not forfeit eligibility for Military Spouse Preference (MSP).

Benefits

A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career rewarding. Substitute positions are filled as temporary, intermittent appointments and do not confer eligibility for federal benefits such as retirement, leave accrual, or health/life insurance.

Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position and whether it is full‑time, part‑time, or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for specific benefits offered.

Required Documents

• Your resume: Two pages or less; must support specialized experience. Resumes exceeding two pages will be removed.
• Cover letter, optional.
• Transcripts:
  Required; a copy must be submitted.
• MSP:
  Military Spouse Preference eligible must provide sponsor orders, current Military Spouse PPP Self‑Certificate Checklist, and marriage certificate.

How to Apply

Apply online by submitting the questionnaire and the required documents above. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 03/31/2026.

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