Substitute - Teacher/Paraeducator/Secretary

Release Date: July 10, 2026 Application Deadline: May 1, 2027

Requisition: 12307

Position: Substitute - Teacher/Paraeducator/Secretary

Location: Various Locations

Salary: $15.10 - $23.00 per hour

Effective: August 2026

APPLICATION PROCEDURES:

• Qualified applicants must complete a Talented online application. No hard-copy applications will be accepted.
• One-day virtual class are being offered for the year. You will select the date you wish to attend as you complete the online application.

Failure to follow the application procedures could hinder your chances of securing the desired assignment. Please contact the Department of Human Resources with questions (301-475-5511 ext. 32189).

NATURE OF WORK:

Substitute teachers/Paraeducators/Secretaries are hired to teach students and/or support the program in the absence of a teacher/paraeducator/secretary on a daily or long-term basis.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Ability to professionally relate to and collaborate with co-workers, students, and community members
• Ability to understand and maintain confidentiality
• Ability to communicate both orally and in writing
• Ability to use technology effectively to complete tasks
• Ability to report to work daily and on time
• Ability to understand and follow written and oral directions
• Possess effective organizational skills
• Possess effective written and oral communication skills
• Possess knowledge of the programs, policies, and procedures of the St. Mary's County Public Schools

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assumes all duties and responsibilities of the regular teacher in a given classroom. Long-term substitutes may also be required to attend staff meetings, parent conferences, etc.
• Assumes all duties and responsibilities of regular secretary to support the program administratively.
• Maintains effective working relationships with other employees and the public and deals with public relations problems courteously and tactfully
• Carries out written plans left by the regular teacher for the day's lessons and marks pupil assignments and classroom work according to school and teacher evaluation policies
• Records pupil absences according to school procedures
• Assumes the teacher's responsibility for supervision of students in the building, on the grounds, or field trips
• Becomes familiar with and follows school and division procedures for routines and emergencies
• Leaves a clear, written summary for the teacher of the work covered and other relevant comments
• Performs duties as requested by the teacher or school administrator during planning periods
• Always maintains confidentiality: in classroom, school site, administrative buildings, and in the community
• Utilizes the SmartFind Express absence management system

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required:

• High school diploma or GED
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Submit fingerprints and successfully pass a criminal history background check
• Complete authorization for Employee History Verification forms
• Complete the substitute training course
• Observe in a school classroom for at least half of one day between the class date and intake meeting
• Complete the Vector Training (formerly SafeSchools) videos (Directions will be given in class)
• Complete at least 10 (ten) substitute jobs per school year

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Temporary hourly assignment.

SALARY:

HIGHEST DEGREE

HOURLY RATE

LONG-TERM/DEDICATED

HS Diploma/GED

$15.10

$16.10

AA Degree

$17.00

$18.00

BA Degree

$20.00

$21.00

MA or Higher

$22.00

$23.00

The Board of Education reserves the right to reject any or all applicants, re-advertise, and/or withdraw the positions.

The St. Mary's County Public School System does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, age, national origin, marital status or sexual orientation, religion, or disability in matters affecting employment or providing access to programs.

BARGAINING UNIT ELIGIBILITY: Not eligible

Updated 2024, 03.2025, 7.2025