Substitute Teachers for hire in Columbia, MO

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    296

    candidates

    Resume updated in last 6 months

  • Most popular skills

    Communication Skills12%
    Time Management8%
    Organizational Skills7%
  • Education level

    Bachelor's degree38%
    High school diploma or GED31%
    Master's degree19%
  • Years of experience

    Less than a year4%
    1-2 years12%
    3-5 years10%
  • Current company

    Edustaff
    Columbia public school district
    Columbia Public Schools
  • Time at current job

    Less than a year26%
    1-2 years29%
    2-5 years34%

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Last updated: Aug 29, 2026

Substitute Teacher: Cost of hiring?

  • Common salary in Columbia, MO: $36,484 yearly
  • Typical salaries range from $28,636$46,483 yearly

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  • Registered Behavior Technician (pending)

    Columbia, Missouri

    Licenses & certifications

    Special Education CertificationTeaching CertificationRBT CertificationSubstitute Teaching CertificationDriver's LicenseProfessional Educator License+7 more

    Skills

    Experience Working with Individuals with AutismCommunication SkillsSupervising ExperienceStrategic PlanningUpscale Casual ExperienceLeadership
  • Building Substitute Teacher

    Columbia, Missouri

    Licenses & certifications

    CPIProperty & Casualty LicenseFirst Aid CertificationSubstitute Teaching CertificationEducator License with StipulationsDriver's License+2 more

    Skills

    Experience Working with Individuals with AutismLeadershipTime ManagementCommunication SkillsExperience Working with Individuals with DisabilitiesDirect Support
  • Substitute Teacher

    Columbia, Missouri

    Licenses & certifications

    Teaching CertificationFirst Aid CertificationSubstitute Teaching CertificationParaprofessional CertificationCPRESL Certification+1 more

    Skills

    Organizational SkillsCommunication SkillsLeadershipComputer OperationComputer SkillsCash Handling
  • Substitute Teacher

    Columbia, Missouri

    Licenses & certifications

    AEDCELTA CertificationSubstitute Teaching CertificationDriver's LicenseCPRTESOL Certification+1 more

    Skills

    Communication SkillsTime ManagementLeadershipOrganizational SkillsAnalysis SkillsSupervising Experience
  • Lead Teacher

    Columbia, Missouri

    Licenses & certifications

    Child Development Associate CertificationFirst Aid CertificationF EndorsementSubstitute Teaching CertificationPharmacy Technician LicenseDriver's License+4 more

    Skills

    Communication SkillsOrganizational SkillsLeadershipSupervising ExperiencePresentation SkillsExperience Working with Individuals with Autism
  • DSP (Direct Support Professional)

    Columbia, Missouri

    Licenses & certifications

    Chauffeur's PermitTanker EndorsementSpecial Education CertificationTeaching CertificationPassenger EndorsementDoubles/Triples Endorsement+12 more

    Skills

    Experience Working with Individuals with AutismOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsLeadershipMicrosoft Outlook CalendarPersonal Assistant Experience

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What's the average time to fill a substitute teacher role?

The average time to fill a substitute teacher role is 55 days, calculated from the moment the job is posted until a candidate accepts the offer.

What skills do substitute teachers tend to have?

According to the candidates available on Smart Sourcing, the most common skills for a substitute teacher include: communication skills, time management and organizational skills.

What licenses or certifications are common for a substitute teacher?

Common licenses or certifications for substitute teachers include: Driver's License, Substitute Teaching Certification and First Aid Certification.

What are some job titles related to substitute teachers?

According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to substitute teachers include: registered behavior technician (pending), DSP (direct support professional) and building substitute teacher.

What level of education is common for a substitute teacher?

Bachelor's degree is the most common level of education for a substitute teacher in Columbia, MO, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.

How many years of experience is common for a substitute teacher?

Most substitute teachers have 11 years of professional experience.

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