Substitute Teachers for hire in Columbia, MO
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Most popular skills
Communication Skills12%Time Management8%Organizational Skills8%Education level
Bachelor's degree39%High school diploma or GED33%Master's degree18%Years of experience
Less than a year2%1-2 years12%3-5 years10%Current company
Edustaff
Columbia Public Schools
Penmac Staffing
Time at current job
Less than a year24%1-2 years30%2-5 years35%
Browse Indeed's database of 292 profiles for Substitute Teachers in Columbia, MO
Last updated: Aug 31, 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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Substitute Teacher
Columbia, Missouri
Licenses & certifications
Teaching CertificationFirst Aid CertificationSubstitute Teaching CertificationParaprofessional CertificationCPRESL Certification+1 moreSkills
Organizational SkillsCommunication SkillsLeadershipComputer OperationComputer SkillsCash HandlingRegistered Behavior Technician (pending)
Columbia, Missouri
Licenses & certifications
Special Education CertificationTeaching CertificationRBT CertificationSubstitute Teaching CertificationDriver's LicenseProfessional Educator License+7 moreSkills
Experience Working with Individuals with AutismCommunication SkillsSupervising ExperienceStrategic PlanningUpscale Casual ExperienceLeadershipLead Teacher
Columbia, Missouri
Licenses & certifications
Child Development Associate CertificationFirst Aid CertificationF EndorsementSubstitute Teaching CertificationPharmacy Technician LicenseDriver's License+4 moreSkills
Communication SkillsOrganizational SkillsLeadershipSupervising ExperiencePresentation SkillsExperience Working with Individuals with AutismSubstitute Teacher
Columbia, Missouri
Licenses & certifications
AEDCELTA CertificationSubstitute Teaching CertificationDriver's LicenseCPRTESOL Certification+1 moreSkills
Communication SkillsTime ManagementLeadershipOrganizational SkillsAnalysis SkillsSupervising ExperienceBuilding Substitute Teacher
Columbia, Missouri
Licenses & certifications
CPIProperty & Casualty LicenseFirst Aid CertificationSubstitute Teaching CertificationEducator License with StipulationsDriver's License+2 moreSkills
Experience Working with Individuals with AutismLeadershipTime ManagementCommunication SkillsExperience Working with Individuals with DisabilitiesDirect SupportDSP (Direct Support Professional)
Columbia, Missouri
Licenses & certifications
Chauffeur's PermitTanker EndorsementSpecial Education CertificationTeaching CertificationPassenger EndorsementDoubles/Triples Endorsement+12 moreSkills
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), special education paraprofessional and substitute teacher and DSP (direct support professional).
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 12 years of professional experience.
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