Substitute Teaching

Are you passionate about education and looking for a rewarding way to impact young lives?  Do you enjoy a flexible schedule that allows you to share your skills and knowledge with students while their teachers are away? If so, substitute teaching with Bedford County Schools might be the perfect opportunity for you!
 

Why Choose Substitute Teaching?

  • Make a real difference: Play a vital role in supporting our students and ensuring their educational journey continues seamlessly.
  • Flexible schedule: Choose the days and schools that work best for you.
  • Valuable experience: Gain valuable classroom experience and explore different educational settings.
  • Be part of a supportive community: Join a team of dedicated educators committed to student success here at BCS! 
  • Great Pay: Earn a great daily rate and benefit from our bonus program which is based on the number of assignments you work each week. See the breakdown of pay below:
 

Current Daily Rates for the 2024-2025 school year: 

  • Non-certified (no TN teaching license) - $65 per day 
  • Certified (active TN teaching license) - $75 per day 

  

Bonus Incentives: 

  • For higher-paying daily assignments, the following schools automatically pay an extra $10 per day:
    • BCLA, Eakin, Harris Middle, Learning Way, Southside, and Shelbyville Central High School (main campus) 
  • Through our bonus program, earn an extra $10-$30 per week for working 3-5 full days
 3 Days = $10 
4 Days = $20
5 Days = $30
 
- Assignments must be a full day to count towards the bonus program. 
- All schools are included. 
- Teacher and para-professional positions are eligible. 
 

Ready to get started?

 

Begin your substitute teaching journey with Bedford County Schools today! Click below to start your application. The education staffing specialists at ESS (Willsub) partner with BCS to help place substitute teachers in schools. 

 

 
ESS now offers a Career Kickstart Incentive to help offset the costs associated with obtaining substitute teacher school district credentials including background checks, medical screenings, and drug screenings up to a maximum compensation of $125 per applicant. Please see the brochure below for more details. 
 
 
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