Sample Substitute Teacher Resume

Here's how to write a Grade A resume.

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If you're looking for substitute teacher jobs, know that there’s always more to learn about when it comes to polishing your resume. Not sure how to start writing a Grade A substitute teacher resume? We’ll teach you our top resume-writing best practices.

Keep your audience in mind when you’re writing your resume. Most likely, your resume will be read by a principal or a member of district administrative. Their main goal is to find a sub who has skills and experience in substitute teaching and classroom management, as well as enthusiasm for the work. Feature your impressive collection of substitute teacher resume skills prominently—a bulleted list or box near the top of your resume will make sure they stand out. Consider adding skills like:

  • K-12 instruction
  • ESL/ESOL instruction
  • Student records management
  • Classroom management and discipline
  • Student engagement
  • At-risk and special needs students

To help you move your candidacy to the top of the stack, view this sample of a textbook substitute teacher resume.

Substitute Teacher Resume

MARY FINCH
Sometown, TX 75000 | (555) 555-5555 | mf@somedomain.com | LinkedIn URL

Certified Substitute Teacher
Long-term substitute teaching experience | Record of helping students achieve academic success

  • Dedicated and reliable K-12 substitute teacher. Credentials include TX substitute teaching certification, fluency in Spanish and a BA in English.
  • Passion for quality education and student/school success. Skills and knowledge areas include:
  • K-12 Instruction (All Subjects)
  • ESL / ESOL Instruction
  • Ability to Follow Lesson Plans
  • Student Records Management
  • At-Risk & Special Needs Students
  • Formal & Informal Learner Assessment
  • Classroom Management & Discipline
  • Parent / Teacher Communications
  • Student Engagement
  • Technology Integration
  • After-School Programs
  • IEP Documentation

Teaching Experience

Substitute Teacher, 2006-Present — SOMETOWN SCHOOL DISTRICT (Sometown, TX)

Fulfill both short- and long-term substitute assignments across all subject areas, effectively teaching students of varied academic/age levels (grades K-12) and diverse cultural backgrounds. Instruct classes of as many as 24 students; communicate with teachers, administrators and parents; and build a positive rapport with students.

Key Contributions & Educational Outcomes :

  • Praised for dedication, reliability, organization and effectiveness as one of school district’s most in-demand substitutes. Filled in for permanent teachers at a moment’s notice;closely adhered to lesson plans; and kept students motivated, engaged and focused.
  • Selected as a long-term substitute for teachers on maternity or extended medical leave.
  • Substituted for absent ESL/ESOL, high school Spanish and special education teachers as one of the few substitute teachers qualified in these areas. Met the needs of students with limited English language proficiency as well as learning disabilities.
  • Stepped in to run after-school programs (e.g., girls’ volleyball coaching, cheerleading coaching and after-school tutoring) when permanent teachers were unable to fill these roles.
  • Incorporated technology into students’ learning activities for varied academic disciplines. Efforts proved
    so successful in enhancing student understanding of material that they resulted in invitation to lead
    districtwide teacher in-service on “Technology Integration across the Curriculum.”

Home-School Teacher, 2004-2006 (Sometown, TX)

Managed home-school program and daily instruction for triplets (all diagnosed with developmental learning disorders), using CITA-accredited Calvert® curriculum for grades 1 and 2. Incorporated creative lessons, activities and experiential learning into daily teaching and created a structured yet enjoyable learning environment. Elevated children’s social, language and cognitive skills to enable them to enter public school and thrive within a mainstreamed classroom.

Education & Credentials

BA in English, Minor in Spanish — SOMETOWN UNIVERSITY (Sometown, TX)
Overseas study: Spent two summer semesters in Spain in a full-immersion language program

Texas Substitute Teacher Certificate

You can also download the substitute teacher resume template—free for you to use and adapt to your own situation. Creating an elementary substitute teacher resume? Focus on the fact that you have experience teaching all subjects. Writing an entry-level substitute teacher resume? Highlight your education and any extracurriculars or volunteer experiences that involved working with children.

As a substitute teacher, you can expect to earn a median wage of $37,543 per year, according to Monster’s data. What will you make in your city? Find out what the median pay is for subs in your location by using Monster Salary Tools.

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