Substitute Teacher (2026-27)

Stark County Educational Service Center•North Canton, OH

11h•Onsite

About The Position

The Stark County Schools Council Substitute Consortium is seeking Substitute Teachers for the 2026-27 school year. This role involves stepping into classrooms within various Stark County ESC school districts to ensure the continuity of education. Substitute teachers are responsible for implementing lesson plans, maintaining classroom management, and adhering to all school policies and procedures. The position requires a commitment to fostering a positive and safe learning environment for all students, including those with diverse needs.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree
Valid Ohio Teaching license OR valid Ohio Substitute Teaching license issued by the State Board of Education
Completed online ESC application updated annually (including current/valid SBOE license, transcript, and references)
Agree to authorize Stark County ESC to conduct a criminal history background check/fingerprinting.
Must possess strong moral character
Must have access to reliable transportation
Serve as a role model for students; is sensitive to and supportive of the needs of students with disabilities and/or from culturally diverse backgrounds and adhere to and enforce all board policies
Models non-discriminatory practices in all activities
Establish effective working relationships with staff and students and the ability to maintain effective classroom management strategies
Demonstrate the ability to follow oral and written directions
Must use the substitute gmail account provided by the ESC for all payroll and substitute related interactions with the county office and district(s) where substitute teaching

Responsibilities

Report to the school office at the beginning of the school day for required materials/schedule of classes and at the end of the school day to return materials.
Seek clarification if needed.
Follow each school district/building policies and procedures.
Implement lesson plans or work schedules as provided by the classroom teacher or employee, ensuring the integrity of academic time and in a manner which motivates students to learn and participate.
Perform duties of absent teacher including, but not limited to lunchroom duty, hall monitoring, and bus detail, if applicable.
Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students.
Maintain and respect the confidentiality of student and school personnel information.
Maintain discipline and classroom control fostering a safe and positive environment for all students and staff in accordance with school policies.
Ensure the adequate supervision to assure the health, welfare, and safety of all students.
Dismiss all students from the classroom before leaving the building.
Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
Report all student injuries, accidents, illnesses, and discipline problems to the appropriate authority immediately (must report prior to leaving the assignment at the end of the day).
Provide report or summary of activities accomplished, lesson plans completed and not completed, and additional information the classroom teacher may need to know.
Collect student assignments for the teacher.
Perform additional duties as may be assigned by the building administrator or his/her designee in accordance with school policies and practices.
Maintain a consistent pattern of positive work habits and personal traits: Punctuality, promptness, accuracy, and thoroughness.
Adaptability, dependability, and initiative.
Loyalty, courtesy, and professional appearance.
Ability to work well with others.
Comply with the policies of the board and regulations of the Stark County Educational Service Center and individual school district procedures.