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How much do substitute professor jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 3, 2026, the average hourly pay for substitute professor in the United States is $23.49, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.62 and $27.64 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a substitute professor?

Substitute professors are educators who temporarily fill in for regular faculty members at colleges or universities when they are unavailable due to illness, leave, or other reasons. They are responsible for maintaining the continuity of instruction, delivering lectures, leading discussions, and overseeing coursework. Substitute professors may also manage grading and student communication during their assignment. Their role is essential to ensure that classes continue smoothly and students' education is not disrupted. Substitute professors may work for a short period or for an entire semester, depending on the institution's needs.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as a substitute professor?

To thrive as a Substitute Professor, you need subject matter expertise, a relevant advanced degree (typically a master's or doctorate), and teaching experience in higher education. Familiarity with learning management systems (e.g., Canvas, Blackboard) and classroom technology is often required. Outstanding communication, adaptability, and classroom management skills help you engage students and maintain continuity in instruction. These skills and qualities are vital to ensure effective teaching, student learning, and a seamless transition during faculty absences.

What are common challenges faced by substitute professors when stepping into a new classroom environment?

Substitute professors often encounter the challenge of quickly adapting to new course materials, diverse student expectations, and unfamiliar institutional policies. They may need to establish rapport with students and maintain continuity in course objectives, sometimes with minimal preparation time. Additionally, substitute professors must be flexible and resourceful, managing varying teaching styles and classroom dynamics to ensure a smooth learning experience. Effective communication with full-time faculty and support staff is also crucial for success in this role.

What is the difference between Substitute Professor vs Adjunct Professor?

AspectSubstitute ProfessorAdjunct Professor
CredentialsTypically requires a master's degree or higher in the subject areaUsually requires a master's degree; some positions prefer a doctorate
Work EnvironmentTemporary, short-term teaching assignments, often filling in for regular facultyPart-time, ongoing teaching roles, often with multiple institutions
Employer & Industry UsageUsed mainly in academic institutions for short-term coverageCommon in colleges and universities for part-time instruction

Substitute Professors primarily fill in for regular faculty on a temporary basis, often for short periods. Adjunct Professors typically hold part-time, ongoing teaching positions and may teach multiple courses across institutions. Both roles require similar credentials but differ mainly in duration and employment structure.

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Infographic showing various Substitute Professor job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 79% Full Time, 18% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $48,863 per year, or $23.5 per hour.

Substitute Nurse

Ysleta Independent School District

El Paso, TX • On-site

Full-time

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Ysleta Independent School District rating

6.7

Company rating: 6.7 out of 10

Based on 22 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

336th of 640 rated elementary and secondary schools

Job description

Assume the responsibility of the campus nurse as directed by the Coordinator of Health Services, campus principal, and/or designee.  Provide routine and emergency care to students and staff.
Essential Functions

  1. Identify health conditions/concerns through health screening and physical assessments.
  2. Provide parents/guardians appropriate assistance and information needed for follow-up referral activities relevant to their son's/daughter's health needs.
  3. Maintain confidentiality concerning student/employee physical and mental health conditions or concerns.  Interpret student health problems to personnel who have a need to know through appropriate protocols of confidentiality.
  4. Provide emergency nursing service for ill or injured students/employees on the school campus or at school sponsored activities.  Provide emergency transportation for students and staff as necessary.
  5. Render nursing services as needed for individual students and employees.  Provide nursing services such as administering medication, peritoneal dialysis, catheterization, tube feedings, and suctioning as directed by physicians' orders and/or city/state health regulations.  Counsel students/employees with health conditions/concerns and provide appropriate follow-up when needed.
  6. Comply with Texas regulations and laws regarding immunizations, child abuse, and control of communicable diseases.
  7. Chart accurately on records as required by administrative regulation, District policy and State and Federal agencies, such as:
  • Student cumulative records
  • Emergency cards
  • Immunization records
  • Accident reports
  • Health clinic daily logs
  • Physicians' statements of medical restrictions
  • Physicians' written order/parent consent forms
  • Medication logs

Other Responsibilities

  1. Leave written report of activities for campus nurse.
  2. Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties and support the goals of the district and division and follow district policies and procedures.
  3. Participate in professional development activities as required by the district.
  4. Maintain a professional code of ethics and perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications
Current licensure as a registered nurse with the Texas State Board of Nurse Examiners and Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR).  Subject to district drug and alcohol testing policy and regulation.
Mental/Physical & Environmental Factors
Standing, walking, lifting/lowering, carrying, bending, crouching, reaching above/below pushing and/or pulling weights in excess of 35 pounds; repetitive hand-wrist and elbow motions.  Exposure to bacteria and communicable diseases.





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Required Documents: 
The following are the required documents that must be submitted in order to be considered for an interview. You may attach the documents to your application or bring them into the YISD Central Office located at 9600 Sims Dr., El Paso, TX 79925. For more information, please contact the HR Department at 915-434-0428. 

  • Official Transcripts showing that you meet the minimum requirement.
  • Copy of your Texas Nursing License.
  • Three (3) professional references. One (1) of the references needs to be from your current supervisor if you are working, your most recent supervisor if you are not. We recommend that you utilize coworkers, supervisors, and/or professors. Please do not use family members or friends as references. 


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