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Relief Teacher
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What they do
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.
$29,079 / year median in Texas
+13% projected growth
Job Description
Relief Teacher
Harris County Department of Education
ACADEMIC & BEHAVIOR SCH-E
- Houston, Texas This job is also posted in
HARRIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
Job Details
Job ID:
5907327
Application Deadline:
Posted until filled
Posted:
Aug 28, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date:
Immediately
Job Description
Primary Purpose:
To provide consistent and deliberate teacher coverage; provide students with appropriate learning activities and experience designed to fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth; and enable students to develop competencies and skills to function successfully in society.
Qualifications:
Education/Certification:
Bachelor's degree from an accredited university with teacher certification preferred;
Bachelor's degree from an accredited university in Education, the humanities, or in fields focusing upon subjects within the core curriculum; or
Bachelor's degree from an accredited university and previous experience in promoting social, educational, or supportive services for school aged children
Completion of HCDE's Substitute Orientation program
Special Knowledge/Skills:
Effective and efficient oral and written communication skills
Available to perform the responsibilities of the position (up to 5 days per week)
Major Responsibilities and Duties:
Comply with all state and federal laws, department and campus policies and procedures.
Maintain and respect confidentiality of student and school personnel information.
Maintain discipline and classroom control that fosters a safe and positive environment for all students and staff in accordance with school and county policies.
Ensure adequate supervision to assure health, welfare, and safety of all students.
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 or as soon as is reasonably possible and in a manner which motivates students to learn and participate.
Implement lesson plans, while ensuring the integrity of academic time and in a manner which motivates students to learn and participate.
Meet and instruct assigned classes in the locations and at the times designated.
Assist in managing the behavior of students and crisis intervention, including restraining disruptive or dangerous physical behaviors.
Conduct physical student searches.
Establish and maintain order in the classroom.
Maintain a classroom environment conducive to effective learning.
Organize students for effective instruction.
Cooperate with all school and department personnel.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Position Type:
Part-Time
Salary:
$200 Per Day
Job Requirements
Citizenship, residency or work visa required
Benefits
- Dental Insurance