Substitute/Substitute Teacher

Substitute/Substitute Teacher JobID: 833 Position Type: Support Staff/SubstituteDate Posted: 4/27/2026Location: Melissa ISD Home OfficeDate Available: 08/13/2027 Additional Information: Show/HideSubstitute/Substitute Teacher Job DescriptionA substitute teacher assumes the responsibility for a classroom in the absence of the regular teacher, implementing the provided lesson plans, maintaining a positive learning environment, managing student behavior, and ensuring students are engaged in educational activities while adhering to school policies and procedures; essentially, providing temporary instruction and supervision until the regular teacher returns. Job QualificationsStrong classroom management skills (maintaining a positive and engaging classroom atmosphere)Ability to follow verbal and written instructions and implement lesson plans effectivelyExcellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact with students, staff, and parentsPatience and ability to handle diverse student needsAdaptability (being flexible to adjust to different grades, subjects, and teaching styles)Duties and ResponsibilitiesEvery substitute must work a minimum of 10 jobs throughout the semesterArrive on timeFollow the teacher's lesson plans as closely as possibleMaintain classroom managementCommunicate clearly and effectively with students and staffRequired ExperienceHigh School Diploma or Equivalent18 years of age or olderPayroll InformationPAY RATES SUB CREDENTIALSPAY RATECertified (Valid Texas Certificate)$125.00One-half day (1-4 hours)$62.50Bachelor's Degree$115.00One-half day (1-4 hours)$57.50Without a Bachelor's Degree$100.00One-half day (1-4 hours)$50.00Nurse Sub (Registered Nurse)$150.00 PAY DATESPayroll is processed based on the pay periods. Payroll checks are deposited on or close to the 20th of each month.LONG TERM SUBSTITUTE POSITIONSSubbing in a professional position for 10 consecutive days, for the same individual. SCHOOLGRADESHOURSSUB HOURSMELISSA RIDGE EDUCATION CENTERECSE 3's7:30am-3:00pm7:00am-3:15pm3233 Fannin Rd Melissa TX 75454 972-837-2901 https://www.melissaisd.org/o/mrec HARRY MCKILLOP ELEMENTARYPre-K - 5th8:25am-3:55pm7:55am-4:10pm3509 Liberty Way Melissa TX 75454 972-837-4355 https://www.melissaisd.org/o/hme HIGHLAND ELEMENTARYPre-K - 5th8:25am-3:55pm7:55am-4:10pm4818 Highland Rd Melissa TX 75454 972-837-4530 https://www.melissaisd.org/o/hes NORTH CREEK ELEMENTARYPre-K - 5th8:25am-3:55pm7:55am-4:10pm4401 Cypress Dr Melissa TX 75454 972-837-4530 https://www.melissaisd.org/o/nce SUMEER ELEMENTARYPre-K - 5th8:25am-3:55pm7:55am-4:10pm1910 Greer Way Melissa TX 75454 214-386-2800 https://www.melissaisd.org/o/ses WILLOW WOOD ELEMENTARYPre-K - 5th8:25am-3:55pm7:55am-4:10pm5780 Parkdale Dr McKinney TX 75071 214-386-2700 https://melissaisd.org/o/wwe CARDINAL RENAISSANCE ACADEMYPre-K - 5th8:25am-3:55pm7:55am-4:10pm2950 Cardinal Drive Melissa, TX 75454 https://www.melissaisd.org/page/cardinal-renaissance-academy SIXTH GRADE CENTER6th7:50am-3:30pm7:30am-3:45pm3150 Cardinal Dr Melissa TX 75454 972-837-4355 https://www.melissaisd.org/o/sgc EAST CARDINAL MIDDLE SCHOOL7th-8th7:50am-3:30pm7:30am-3:45pm4390 FM 454 Melissa TX 75454 972-837-4355 https://www.melissaisd.org/o/mms MELISSA HIGH SCHOOL9th-12th7:15am-2:55pm7:00am-3:00pm3030 Milrany Ln Melissa TX 75454 972-837-4216 https://www.melissaisd.org/o/mhs DAEP (Alternative School)All grades7:15am-2:55pm7:00am-3:00pm1904 Cooper St Melissa TX 75454 972-837-2411 https://www.melissaisd.org/page/daep