Substitute Teacher

RIVER DELTA UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT

. Provide a learning environment that respects individual differences and student dignity .

Posted 11/7/2026full-timeCalifornia • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $165 - $265 per dayWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in instructional methods and curriculum development while fostering a positive and respectful learning environment. Holds a valid California teaching credential and possesses the ability to assess student needs and implement effective lesson plans.

Highest-signal resume keywords

California Single Subject CredentialKnowledge Of Standard Instructional MethodsAbility To Prepare And Implement Lesson PlansTeaching ExperienceKnowledge Of Assessment Techniques

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Hard Skills

Knowledge Of Teaching PrinciplesKnowledge Of Curricula For Assigned Grade LevelKnowledge Of Recent Curriculum DevelopmentsAbility To Assist Students Requiring Special Medical AssistanceAbility To Assess Student NeedsEffective Audio-Visual DiscriminationMental Capacity For Sound Decision-Making

Soft Skills

Promote A Positive Learning EnvironmentWork With Students And Parents

Tools & Technologies

Supervise And Care For Books, Supplies, And Equipment

Certifications & Qualifications

Valid Teaching Credential Issued By The California Commission On Teacher CredentialingCalifornia Substitute Teaching Permit

Industry Keywords

Federal, State, And Local LawsStandard Instructional MethodsAssessment Techniques

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide a learning environment that respects individual differences and student dignity
Promote a positive learning environment
Teach prepared lessons and provide instruction to students
Supervise and care for books, supplies, and equipment
Instruct students on proper use and preservation of school property
Maintain a clean and safe classroom environment
Work with students and parents
Assess student needs and develop appropriate instructional materials

Requirements

What you’ll need

Letter of Introduction
Resume
Minimum of three dated letters of reference no older than 2 years
Copy of valid California Single Subject Credential, Multiple Subject Credential, or Substitute Teaching Permit
Knowledge of standard instructional methods and techniques
Knowledge of teaching principles and practices
Knowledge of curricula for assigned grade level
Knowledge of pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations
Knowledge of recent curriculum developments and related information
Knowledge of assessment techniques
Ability to prepare and implement lesson plans
Ability to assist students requiring special medical assistance
Ability to assess student needs and develop appropriate instructional material
Teaching experience, which may include student teaching
Training equivalent to a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university
Valid teaching credential issued by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing
Ability to maintain physical condition for prolonged standing and walking
Effective audio-visual discrimination and perception
Mental capacity for sound decision-making

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible, at-will on-call work schedule
Ability to choose which days to substitute
Staff development opportunities
Ongoing in-services in all curriculum areas
Salary schedule advancement opportunities for approved advanced classes