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Substitute Teacher

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$58K - $116K/yr

About PLN Founded on Skid Row in 1980, Para Los Niños (PLN) partners with more than 10,000 ... Holds a current 30-Day Substitute teaching credential or another teaching credential with the ...

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As of Jul 26, 2026, the average hourly pay for para in teaching in the United States is $21.39, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.07 and $24.52 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Paraprofessionals in teaching are generally in high demand due to ongoing needs for classroom support, especially in special education and inclusive classrooms. Schools often seek parapros with strong communication skills, patience, and relevant certifications, making the role relatively stable in many districts.

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The highest paid paraprofessionals are typically those with specialized skills or certifications, such as behavior interventionists or instructional assistants with advanced training, earning salaries that can exceed $40,000 annually. Salaries vary by location, experience, and school district, with some roles offering additional benefits or stipends for specialized duties.

What is a para in teaching?

A para in teaching, short for paraprofessional or teaching assistant, is a support staff member who assists teachers in classroom management, instruction, and student supervision. They often work with students with special needs and may require relevant training or certification depending on the school district.

Is it hard to become a parapro?

Becoming a para in teaching typically requires a high school diploma or equivalent, and some positions may require additional coursework or certification. The process involves applying through school districts or educational institutions, and having strong communication and organizational skills can be beneficial. The difficulty varies depending on local requirements and competition for available positions.
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Substitute Teacher/Para in Forest

Substitute Teacher/Para in Forest

Kelly Services

Forest, MS

Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

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Job description

We are hiring substitute teachers and paraprofessionals in Forest Municipal School District. No previous experience is required!
Remember that educator who made a difference in your life? Now it’s your turn! Substituting is an excellent opportunity to be a mentor and help students become the best versions of themselves. Substitutes are essential in ensuring students continue to learn and grow every day. Substitute teachers may also be referred to as substitute educators, guest teacher or relief teacher. Substitute paraprofessionals may also be referred to as teacher aides, paras or aides.
Substituting is rewarding. We would love for you to join our team.
Minimum requirements:
  • HS diploma/GED
  • 18 for elementary and 21 for middle school/high school
Perks you’ll enjoy with Kelly Education:
  • Ability to build a flexible work schedule that works for you
  • Ability to select your preferred school locations
  • Weekly pay
  • Paid orientation on district policies and procedures
  • Free online classroom management training to help you become a capable, confident classroom leader
  • Free ongoing professional development to keep your skills sharp
  • Kelly-sponsored Affordable Care Act healthcare coverage, for eligible employees
  • Group insurance options*
*Offered and administered by 3rd party. These plans are not sponsored by Kelly.
Responsibilities for Teacher Role:
  • Assume duties of the classroom teacher in accordance with school district lesson plans, school rules, and Kelly policies
  • Build a classroom environment that’s conducive to learning and appropriate to the ability and interests of students
  • For long-term assignments, it may be required to develop lessons plans, as well as build, administer, and grade tests and assignments
Responsibilities for Paraprofessional Role:
  • Collaborate with lead teachers to implement lesson plans and provide additional support to students with diverse learning needs.
  • Foster a positive and inclusive classroom environment where every student feels valued and supported.
  • Assist students in understanding and completing assignments, reinforcing classroom instruction while promoting social and emotional development by encouraging positive peer interactions.

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About Kelly®
At Kelly, we’re always thinking about what’s next and advising job seekers on new ways of working to reach their full potential. In fact, we’re a leading advocate for temporary/nontraditional workstyles, because we believe they allow flexibility and tremendous
growth opportunities that enable a better way to work and live (plus, did we mention we provide a ton of benefits?). Connecting great people with great companies is what we do best, and our employment opportunities span a wide variety of workstyles, skill levels, and industries around the world.
Kelly is an equal opportunity employer committed to employing a diverse workforce and providing accommodation for people with disabilities in all parts of the hiring process as required under its Employment Accommodation Policy. Kelly will work with applicants to meet accommodation needs that are made known to Kelly in advance.
 
As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

Why Kelly® Education?

Looking for meaningful work that enriches the lives of students? At Kelly Education, we connect passionate people with great jobs in schools all across the country. Whether you’re looking to work a few days a week or every day, want to work in a teaching or non-teaching role-we’ll connect you with flexible work you can feel good about. Even if you’re new to the education field, our thorough training and orientation will prepare you to be successful.

About Kelly

Work changes everything. And at Kelly, we’re obsessed with where it can take you. To us, it’s about more than simply accepting your next job opportunity. It’s the fuel that powers every next step of your life. It’s the ripple effect that changes and improves everything for your family, your community, and the world. Which is why, here at Kelly, we are dedicated to providing you with limitless opportunities to enrich your life-just ask the 300,000 people we employ each year.
Kelly is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status, and we take affirmative action to recruit, employ, and advance qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in the workforce. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to the Kelly Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment. Kelly participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.
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