Become a substitute teacher or staff

We are mission-driven and focused on helping each and every scholar to develop the confidence, courage and competence to make their dreams a reality. Support Osseo Area Schools by becoming a substitute!

We offer a variety of substitute positions, including: teachers, educational support professionals, school nurses, KidStop (before and after school program), custodial, food services and more.

a teacher smiles at a student in a classroom — "It’s been a pleasure to continue using my gifts to encourage students to develop and share their gifts."
-*Victoria O'Toole, retired teacher and current substitute teacher for Osseo Area Schools*

A substitute teacher helps two students — "It is very rewarding to watch and assist students as they learn, explore and flourish. Substitute teaching allows me a flexible schedule that I need and can choose."
*-Diana Straate, a substitute teacher of 23 years.*

Substitute Opportunity Details

Substitute teachers

Daily substitutes

Rate of Pay: $150/day
Ongoing assignment/s at various buildings
Short-call substitute license required
Additional Incentives:
- +$250 for full week of service (assigned 4/4 or 5/5 full days a week)
- Flexibility with your schedule

Apply to: JOBID: 29256 - Substitute Teachers (various sites)

Continuous building substitutes

Rate of Pay: $35/hr
Health and dental benefits according to the teachers contract
Paid personal & sick leave
Ongoing assignment to a specific building
Tiered teaching License required

To apply, review our Continuous Building Sub positions on our Job Postings Page

Retiree Substitutes

Rate of Pay: $200/day
Ongoing assignment/s at various buildings
Additional Incentives:
- +$250 for full week of service (assigned 4/4 or 5/5 full days a week)

Apply to: JOBID: 29256 - Substitute Teachers (various sites)

Long term substitutes

For current non-licensed staff:
Do you have a bachelor's degree? You may be eligible for a short call license and district's emergency teacher subsitute opportunity. See more information on the Non-licensed staff opportunties page.

Additional substitute opportunities

Educational support professionals

In the absence of the classroom educational support professional (ESP), the substitute ESP supports the classroom teacher in instruction, encouraging student progress, and managing the learning environment.

Pay Rate: $19.43/hr

Apply to JobID 29257: Substitute - Special Education Educational Support Professionals

Substitute nurse

In the absence of the school nurse, provide emergency care for sick or injured school children, assess the health status of students and school personnel, advise students, parents and staff regarding health issues, and conduct preventive and health education services.

Minimum Qualifications include:

Must be a registered nurse or licensed practical nurse currently licensed in the State of Minnesota
Basic first aid and health screening.
Ability to communicate and foster positive working relationships with students, parents and staff.
Ability to teach health information to student groups.
Current CPR certification.

Preferred Qualifications include:

Public health background.
Computer skills.

Salary: View salary grid on Page 7, Section 2 of the Registered Nurses and Licensed Practical Nurses contract
Bargaining Unit: Registered Nurses and Licensed Practical Nurses

Apply to JobID 27452 - Substitute Nurse

School year substitute Kidstop/4 Star Express (16+ years old)

To be responsible for interacting with Four Star and/or Kidstop children in an enriching school year school-age care program.

Minimum qualifications include:

Must be 16 years of age.
Must be energetic, have strong organizational skills, be confident, patient, sensitive, understanding and able to work with elementary aged students.
Must believe in the mission of District 279 and have the desire to build on the strengths of the district.
Must be a team player and able to communicate with all ages.
Must love working with all children and have previous working experience. Child development knowledge a plus.
Current First Aid and CPR training or within 90 days of employment.

Job Type: Casual
Salary Range: $19.43
Employment Dates: 2024-2025 School Year
Work Hours: Varies between 6:15am - 6:15pm, Monday - Friday

Apply to JobID 29103 School Year Substitute for Four Star Express ESP, Kidstop ESP

School nutrition assistant substitute

In the absence of the School Nutrition Assistant, the substitute nutrition assistant contributes to a positive kitchen team that builds relationships with students, building staff and community members while complying with health, safety and USDA-Child Nutrition Program Regulations.

Rate of Pay: $17.00/hr ($18.25/hr for retirees)

Apply to JobID 27492 - Nutrition Assistant Substitute

How to obtain a short call teacher substitute license

To apply, visit the Minnesota Professional Educator Licensing and Standards Board (PELSB) website, then click Apply for a License. There is a Substitute License tab on this page.

To qualify for a substitute license, a candidate must meet one of the following:

Hold a bachelor’s degree (or U.S equivalent as verified by a foreign evaluation) in any field, as verified by an official transcript, or
Be enrolled in a teacher preparation program and have successfully completed student teaching with a final grade reflected on the candidate’s official transcript, or

For candidates in career and technical education (CTE) fields or career pathways, have one of the following:

5 years of relevant work experience aligned to a CTE licensure area
Hold an associate’s degree aligned to a CTE licensure area, as verified by official transcript
Hold a board approved professional certification aligned to a CTE licensure area

If you have questions about the short-call sub license, please contact:
MN Professional Educator Licensing (PELSB)
1021 Bandana Blvd. E., Suite 222
St. Paul, MN 55108-5111
pelsb@state.mn.us
651-539-4200
https://mn.gov/pelsb/

For current non-licensed staff:
You may be eligible for a short call license and district's emergency teacher subsitute opportunity. See more information on the Non-licensed staff opportunties page.

FAQs

How do I know if I am eligible for a short call substitute license?

A minimum of a bachelor's degree is required to apply for a short-call license through the state's licensing agency, Professional Educator Licensing and Standards Board (PELSB). For more information, visit: https://mn.gov/pelsb/aspiring-educators/apply/

Where do I complete my fingerprints?

Fingerprinting Locations

Do I need to take the SubSkill Online STEDI Training?

Osseo Area Schools requires substitute teachers holding short-call licenses to complete the online training and assessment with a composite score of 85%. The district offers free online training for new substitute teachers. This training takes approximately 8 - 10 hours and should be completed within 30 days of hire.

Please contact Anita Yang at YangAnita@district279.org if you have any questions.

Contacts

For current non-licensed staff:

You may be eligible for a short call license and district's emergency teacher substitute opportunity. See more information on the Non-licensed staff opportunities page.