West Plains Substitute Teacher

Penmac Education Staffing is hiring Substitute Teachers and Substitute Paraprofessionals for the West Plains R-VII School District for the 2026–2027 school year.

Whether you’re looking for meaningful work, extra income, or a flexible opportunity that fits your life, substitute teaching is a great way to support local students and schools.

Pay• $120 per full day• $125 per full day for retired West Plains R-VII teachers
• Weekly pay, not monthly

What You’ll Do
• Step into classrooms and follow lesson plans provided by the regular teacher
• Create a positive, productive learning environment
• Support students with different learning needs
• Supervise students in classrooms, hallways, playgrounds, and cafeterias
• Assign classwork and homework as needed
• In long-term assignments, develop lesson plans aligned with the curriculum What You’ll Need
• 36 college credit hours in any subject OR completion of a DESE-approved online training program
• A valid Missouri Teaching License or Substitute Certificate
• Fingerprint background check (contact Penmac before completing)
• Pre-employment drug screening (THC is not permitted)
• Completion of Penmac-provided training

Why Work with Penmac
• Get paid weekly
• Access affordable health coverage and additional benefit options
• Retirement benefit options
• Choose assignments that fit your schedule
• Gain valuable experience while making a difference in your community

Your next opportunity could be in the classroom.

Join Penmac Education Staffing and help West Plains students learn, grow, and succeed throughout the 2026–2027 school year.

Ready to get started

Call or text Penmac West Plains at  to learn more and begin your application.

Penmac's Education Coordinator is available 8am-3pm Mon-Fri to help you get ready!