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Daily Substitute Teacher Jobs in Columbus, OH (NOW HIRING)

About the Team ACCEL Schools is hiring a highly qualified Daily Substitute Teacher at South Columbus Preparatory Academy at German Village located in Columbus, Ohio dedicated to providing a superior ...

About the Team ACCEL Schools is hiring a highly qualified Daily Substitute Teacher at South Columbus Preparatory Academy at German Village located in Columbus, Ohio dedicated to providing a superior ...

About the Team ACCEL Schools is hiring a highly qualified Daily Substitute Teacher at A+ Children's Academy in Columbus, Ohio dedicated to providing a superior education for all students. We are ...

About the Team ACCEL Schools is hiring a highly qualified Daily Substitute Teacher at Columbus Bilingual Academy North in Columbus, Ohio dedicated to providing a superior education for all students.

About the Team ACCEL Schools is hiring a highly qualified Daily Substitute Teacher at South Columbus Preparatory Academy at German Village located in Columbus, Ohio dedicated to providing a superior ...

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About the Team ACCEL Schools is hiring a highly qualified Daily Substitute Teacher at South Columbus Preparatory Academy at German Village located in Columbus, Ohio dedicated to providing a superior ...

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How much do daily substitute teacher jobs pay per year?

As of May 28, 2026, the average yearly pay for daily substitute teacher in Columbus, OH is $40,804.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $29,900.00 and $48,300.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Daily Substitute Teacher, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Daily Substitute Teacher, you need a basic understanding of classroom management, lesson delivery, and a minimum of a bachelor's degree or state-specific substitute teaching certification. Familiarity with school district learning management systems, attendance platforms, and digital communication tools is typically required. Strong adaptability, effective communication, and interpersonal skills help you quickly build rapport and maintain a positive learning environment. These skills and qualities are crucial for ensuring continuity of instruction and student engagement during teacher absences.

What are some effective strategies for adapting quickly to different classroom environments as a daily substitute teacher?

As a daily substitute teacher, you will frequently encounter new classrooms, grade levels, and school cultures. To adapt quickly, it's helpful to review lesson plans thoroughly, introduce yourself clearly to students, and establish basic expectations early in the day. Building rapport with students, maintaining flexibility, and seeking support from nearby teachers or staff can also ease transitions. Over time, developing a toolkit of engaging activities and classroom management techniques will help you handle diverse situations confidently.

What are daily substitute teachers?

Daily substitute teachers are educators who temporarily fill in for regular classroom teachers who are absent due to illness, personal leave, or professional development. They work on an as-needed basis, often receiving assignments with short notice and typically for just one day at a time. Daily substitute teachers follow lesson plans left by the regular teacher and help maintain classroom order, ensuring that students continue learning in the teacher's absence. Their responsibilities can vary by school, grade level, and subject. Substitutes play a vital role in supporting schools by providing continuity for students and minimizing disruptions to their education.

What is the difference between Daily Substitute Teacher vs Long-Term Substitute Teacher?

AspectDaily Substitute TeacherLong-Term Substitute Teacher
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; some districts require substitute certificationSame as Daily Substitute Teacher; often requires a valid teaching certificate or substitute license
Work EnvironmentWorks on a day-to-day basis, filling in for absent teachersWorks for an extended period, often weeks or months, covering a specific teacher's absence
Employment DurationSingle day or short-term assignmentsMultiple consecutive days or an entire semester
Employer & Industry UsageSchool districts, private schools, charter schoolsSame as Daily Substitute Teacher, with more consistent engagement

While both roles involve filling in for teachers, a Daily Substitute Teacher works on short-term, day-to-day assignments, whereas a Long-Term Substitute Teacher covers extended absences, often requiring similar credentials but offering more stability and continuity in the classroom.

Infographic showing various Daily Substitute Teacher job openings in Columbus, OH as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 96% Full Time, 3% Part Time, and 1% Temporary. Highlights an 98% Physical, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $40,804 per year, or $19.6 per hour.

Daily Substitute Teacher

ACCEL Schools

San Margherita, OH • On-site

$130/day

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 21 days ago


ACCEL Schools rating

5.1

Company rating: 5.1 out of 10

Based on 19 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

481st of 538 rated elementary and secondary schools


Job description

About the Team

ACCEL Schools is hiring a highly qualified Daily Substitute Teacher at South Columbus Preparatory Academy at German Village located in Columbus, Ohio dedicated to providing a superior education for all students. We are seeking teachers who are passionate and dedicated to bringing the curriculum to life for each student. We want our teachers to be excited to create a positive classroom environment that prioritizes student learning and social-emotional development.

Be part of the difference at South Columbus Preparatory Academy at German Village! Founded in 2017, South Columbus Preparatory Academy at German Village is the top performing school in the neighborhood, serving students from EK-8th grade. The public charter school is located on a renovated, historic campus and provides a well-rounded, college prep program emphasizing hands-on learning and character education. South Columbus Preparatory Academy is part of ACCEL Schools, an established network of public charter schools serving K-12 students throughout the United States since 2014.

About the Opportunity:

Responsibilities of the Teacher include to-

  • Prepare and deliver lesson plans with the ability to modify accordingly during the school year
  • Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of all students
  • Maintain accurate and complete records of students' progress and development
  • Utilize research-based best practices in daily planning and classroom instruction
  • Manage student behavior in the classroom
  • Create a positive classroom environment for students to learn in
  • Utilize school approved curricula that reflects the diverse educational, cultural, and linguistic backgrounds of the students
  • Implement school-wide culture expectations and norms
  • Communicate and meet with families regarding the academic and social-emotional growth of their child
  • Incorporate technology skills into daily classroom practice to support learning
  • Participate in the planning and implementation of non-instructional activities, as needed
  • Collaborate and communicate effectively with colleagues
  • Perform other duties as assigned

About You:

  • Active and current state of Ohio teaching license in appropriate content area
  • Bachelor's degree in education or related field
  • High level of comfort working in a growth-focused coaching environment based on frequent observations, debriefs, action planning, and progress monitoring
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to properly manage confidential information
  • Able to supervise students of various ages in different school settings (playground, cafeteria, etc.)
  • Ability to pass federal and state criminal background checks 
  • Experience working within an urban environment

About Us

"We believe that every child should be able to be anything they want in life, regardless of their birthplace and circumstances." - Ron Packard, CEO & Founder

ACCEL Schools is a network of 80+ high-performing, public charter schools serving PK-12 students. We proudly advocate for school choice and work to address educational inequities throughout the United States. Our schools are inclusive and widely differ to reflect the unique values of the many urban, suburban, and rural communities we serve. Our brick and mortar, and virtual schools specialize in closing educational gaps and offer innovative models such as career-technical education, sports training, bilingual programming, and more. We have been recognized and praised by legislators, authorizers, and researchers for providing exceptional education options to students in historically under-resourced communities.

We offer the following benefits:

Compensation 

This position is paid at a daily rate of $130 per day.  Factors which may affect starting pay may include geography/market, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate.  

Life benefits - time & peace of mind

  • Paid time off
  • Retirement contributions
  • Optional Basic Life and AD&D insurance
  • Voluntary life insurance (employee, spouse, child)
  • Discounted childcare at Early Learning Academies locations

Health benefits - stay well & thrive

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Voluntary short-term disability insurance
  • Voluntary long-term disability insurance

Career benefits - keep growing

  • Career advancement opportunities throughout Accel Schools and our strong network of 4,000+ instructors and education professionals

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

It is our policy to abide by all federal, state and local laws prohibiting employment discrimination based solely on a person's race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, pregnancy, childbirth, physical disability, mental and/or intellectual disability, age, military status, veteran status (including protected veterans), marital status, registered domestic partner or civil union status, familial status, gender (including sex stereotyping and gender identity or expression), medical condition, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other protected status except where a reasonable, bona fide occupational qualification exists.


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