Substitute Teacher, Youngstown City Schools

Job Overview

Job Description

Position Title: Substitute Teacher

Location: Youngstown City Schools / Youngstown, OH

Employment Type: As Needed / Part-Time / On-Call

Pay Rate: $150/Day
Pay increase available for long-term substitute assignments based on consecutive days worked

About the Role

Dedicated School Staffing is seeking dependable, flexible, and enthusiastic Substitute Teachers to support classrooms when regular teachers are absent. This role is essential in maintaining continuity of instruction by implementing lesson plans, supporting student learning, and fostering a structured and positive classroom environment.

Key Responsibilities
Implement lesson plans and instructional materials provided by the regular classroom teacher
Maintain a safe, respectful, and productive classroom environment
Provide clear instruction and academic support to students throughout the school day
Adapt to a variety of grade levels and subject areas as needed
Take attendance and complete required documentation accurately
Communicate professionally with school staff and administration
Supervise students during transitions, lunch, recess, and other assigned duties
Required Qualifications
Must be 18 years of age or older
High school diploma or equivalent required
Valid Ohio substitute teaching license or higher teaching license (per state regulations)
Clean criminal background check with no disqualifying offenses
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to follow lesson plans and adapt to different classroom environments
Patience, professionalism, and a student-centered mindset
Compliance with the Ohio Licensure Code of Professional Conduct for Educators
Preferred Qualifications
Previous teaching, tutoring, or childcare experience
Familiarity with classroom management strategies
Experience working with diverse student populations
What We Offer
Flexible, as-needed scheduling
Classroom experience across multiple grade levels and subjects
Opportunities for long-term substitute assignments with increased pay
Pathways toward full-time teaching opportunities
Optional access to basic medical benefits
Enrollment in the State Teachers Retirement System (STRS)