Substitute Employees

Substitute teachers are hired to teach students in the absence of a teacher, on a daily or long-term basis.  Preferred applicants have had some experience in working with children. Substitutes are paid every two weeks during the school year, based upon the number of days worked. A substitute for a secretary or a paraeducator is paid $55 per day. A substitute teacher without a bachelor's degree is paid $55 and a substitute teacher with a degree is paid $65 per day. A substitute teacher who is a retiree from SMCPS or within the state of Maryland is paid $75 per day. As a substitute, you can:
  • Make a difference for the children of our community.
  • Gain experience in an educational environment.
  • Determine your own days and hours of availability.
  • Select the schools in which you want to work.
  • Be at home when school is not in session.
  • Maintain your status as a full-time teacher applicant.
  • Earn extra money while you are working part-time elsewhere.
Substitute teacher applicants are required to take the Substitute Teacher Training Course offered through St. Mary’s County Public Schools. There is no fee for the course. The course is currently being offered monthly and is subject to change. St. Mary's County Public Schools requires all employees to have a full background check including state and FBI. The fee for a background check is $42.

The schedule below is for the 2008-2009 Substitute Teacher Training Registration and Classes.   Each Substitute Teacher Training Class will consist of a two-day course.  A Proficiency Screening Examination is a mandatory requirement prior to registration.  To schedule an appointment for the proficiency screening examination, please call the Department or Human Resources at 301-475-5511, ext. 189.. Registration and classes will be held at the Board of Education Office Building on 23160 Moakley Street, Leonardtown, Maryland.

Registration begins promptly at 9:00 a.m. Please note, late arrivals will not be permitted for the registration session. Additional information can be obtained by calling 301-475-5511 ext. 189.

Applicants must adhere to the following:

  • Applicants must apply in person.
  • Applicants must be 18 years of age.
  • Applicants must have a high school diploma or GED.
  • Applicants are required to bring a social security card, passport, or birth certificate, and a driver’s license, and $42.00 (check, cash, or money order) for a criminal background fee. Checks and/or money orders are preferred and should be made payable to SMCPS (St. Mary’s County Public Schools).
  • Applicant will schedule a fingerprint appointment on the day of registration.
  • Failure to report on time and have appropriate processing information may result in applicant being placed on a waiting list for that month’s classes.
    Registration Track #1 Track #2
    Monday 10/06/08 Thursday 10/09/08 Friday 10/10/08
    Monday 11/10/08 Thursday 11/13/08 Friday 11/14/08
    Monday 12/08/08 Thursday 12/11/08 Friday 12/12/08
    Monday 01/05/09 Thursday 01/08/09 Friday 01/09/09
    Monday 02/09/09 Thursday 02/12/09 Friday 02/13/09
    Monday 03/16/09 Thursday 03/19/09 Friday 03/20/09
    Monday 04/20/09 Thursday 04/23/09 Friday 04/24/09
    Monday 05/18/09 Thursday 05/21/09 Friday 05/22/09

    Essential Job Functions of Substitute Teachers

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                Assumes all duties and responsibilities of the regular teacher in a given day. Long-term substitutes may also be required to attend staff meetings, parent conferences, etc.
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                  Maintains effective working relationships with other employees and the public and deals with the public relations problems courteously and tactfully.
                • Carries out written plans left by the regular teacher for the day's lessons and routines.
                  • Marks pupil assignments and classroom work according to school and teacher evaluation policies.
                • Records pupil absences according to school procedures.
                • Assumes the teacher's responsibility for supervision of students in the building, on the grounds, or on field trips.
                • Becomes familiar with and follows school and division procedures for routines and emergencies.
                • Leaves a clear, written summary for the teacher of the work covered and other relevant comments.
                • During planning period, performs duties as requested by teacher or school administrator.
                • Maintains confidentiality at all times: in classroom, school site, administrative buildings and in the community.