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Tustin Unified School District

Substitute Teacher, Applicant Pool 85-26-27

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A Substitute Teacher teaches or supervises classes for teachers who are away on leave or sick. May substitute for teachers at several different schools or school districts. May substitute for one day or for a longer term absence; may follow lesson plans developed by the regular teacher, or work with teacher who will be out to create new lesson plans and assignments.

$57,023 / year median in California

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Substitute Teacher, Applicant Pool 85-26-27 at Tustin Unified School District Print Application Deadline Until Filled Date Posted 9/4/2026 Contact Jordan Gelling Number of Openings Not Specified Salary Pay Range 1-10 days ($195 per day) - 11+ days
  • long term assignments ($215 per day) Pay is retroactive, 31 + days ($230 per day) Daily Add'l Salary Info Pay rates quoted become effective on September 11, 2026.
Pay is not retroactive. Length of Work Year 2026/2027 Employment Type Part Time Comments You MUST be willing to work at multiple locations and at various grade levels for day to day substitute teaching. About the Employer The mission of the Tustin Unified School District, a learning community rich in heritage and committed to a tradition of excellence, is to ensure that each student optimizes individual achievement through an educational system characterized by challenging and exciting curricula and inspiring personalized instruction, in partnership with our dynamic and involved communities. Job Description /
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SUBSTITUTE TEACHER ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Under general supervision of the school administrator, the employee will carry out responsibilities of classroom teacher, including but not limited to, instruction, classroom, management, learning environment and other duties assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
Preliminary or Professional Clear California Credential with
CLAD/BCLAD
certificate required or Emergency Credential. Knowledge and skill requisite to work with students in the proper discipline and curriculum; technology experience; and training in literacy acquisition development. Bilingual (Spanish) desirable.
REQUIREMENTS
  • Edjoin Online Application
  • A current resume
  • Three signed letters of recommendation (student teaching evaluations not acceptable)
  • A copy of your California teaching credential(s) or a 30-day substitute teaching permit (document must include name, document number, credential type, and expiration date.)
  • Copies of all college transcripts (Unofficial copies are acceptable, however we cannot accept transcripts that have been downloaded from a website)
  • Proof of TB clearance (cannot be older than 60 days).
  • Fingerprint clearance - submit a copy of the Live Scan fingerprint receipt.
Live Scan fingerprinting should be completed through the Orange County Department of Education, 300 Red Hill Ave, Bldg 4 - Suite 109, Costa Mesa. Call (714) 966-4306 to schedule an appointment.
Please Note:
The Tustin Unified School District does not assume responsibility for payment fees incurred for the TB test or Live Scan fingerprinting. Upon receiving ALL of the above, applicants are eligible for consideration for substitute teaching. Those individuals identified as potential candidates will be contacted via email by the Substitute Coordinator.
Requirements / Qualifications
PLEASE NOTE
to apply for this pool, please fill out an Edjoin online application and upload in pdf format all of the required documents below in order to be considered for the position. TUSD hires substitute teachers on an as needed basis. Submitting an application does not guarantee an invitation to an orientation.
  • Edjoin online application
  • A current resume
  • Three current signed letters of recommendation (student teaching evaluations not acceptable)
  • Copies of all college transcripts (Unofficial copies are acceptable for application purposes, however, copies of your original transcripts will be required if hired.)
  • A copy of your valid California teaching credential(s) or a 30-day substitute teaching permit (document must include name, document number, credential type, and expiration date).
  • Proof of TB clearance (cannot be older than 60 days from your application date).
  • Fingerprint clearance - submit a copy of the Live Scan fingerprint receipt for the clearing house.
Clearing house fingerprinting should be completed through the Orange County Department of Education, 3001 Redhill Ave, Building 4, Ste 109, Costa Mesa, CA 92626. Call (714) 966-4306 to schedule an appointment.
https:
//ocde.us/Credentials/Pages/LiveScan-Fingerprinting.aspx
  • All attachments must be submitted onto your Edjoin online application. Do not send paper documents or emailed documents. If you are in need of assistance, please call the EdJoin Help Desk at 888-900-8945
  • Requirements / Qualifications
PLEASE NOTE
to apply for this pool, please fill out an Edjoin online application and upload in pdf format all of the required documents below in order to be considered for the position. TUSD hires substitute teachers on an as needed basis. Submitting an application does not guarantee an invitation to an orientation.
  • Edjoin online application
  • A current resume
  • Three current signed letters of recommendation (student teaching evaluations not acceptable)
  • Copies of all college transcripts (Unofficial copies are acceptable for application purposes, however, copies of your original transcripts will be required if hired.)
  • A copy of your valid California teaching credential(s) or a 30-day substitute teaching permit (document must include name, document number, credential type, and expiration date).
  • Proof of TB clearance (cannot be older than 60 days from your application date).
  • Fingerprint clearance - submit a copy of the Live Scan fingerprint receipt for the clearing house.
Clearing house fingerprinting should be completed through the Orange County Department of Education, 3001 Redhill Ave, Building 4, Ste 109, Costa Mesa, CA 92626. Call (714) 966-4306 to schedule an appointment.
https:
//ocde.us/Credentials/Pages/LiveScan-Fingerprinting.aspx
  • All attachments must be submitted onto your Edjoin online application. Do not send paper documents or emailed documents. If you are in need of assistance, please call the EdJoin Help Desk at 888-900-8945
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