Substitute Teaching in USC
Interested in serving as a substitute teacher in Upper St. Clair? This is a great opportunity to work with children and gain valuable classroom experience while enjoying the flexibility of choosing the days you are available to work.
- Candidates holding Pennsylvania certification can click here to apply online.
- Non-certificated candidates interested in our Extended Teacher Certification (ETC) program can click here to apply online.
Day-to-Day Substitute Compensation:
- $150 per day (for all days)
- A day-to-day substitute's status will change to a per diem assignment if he/she works in the same assignment for 11 or more consecutive days. The per diem rate is $284.52 per day (Monday - Friday). A per diem assignment over 20 days requires PA teaching certification in the respective subject area.
Access to Training & Professional Development
After completing 25 days of service, day-to-day substitutes will participate in ALICE Training Online. In addition, these substitutes will be provided the opportunity to voluntarily participate in the district’s professional development trainings for teachers. Those holding a Pennsylvania teaching certificate will earn Act 48 hours for all applicable training.
Interviewing for Posted Teaching Positions
The district’s certificated day-to-day and per diem substitutes are always welcome to apply for permanent and long-term substitute openings within the district. Those who complete 75 days of service within a school year are guaranteed an interview for teaching positions within their respective certification area(s) for which they apply.
Substitute Teacher Workday
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Elementary: 7:55 a.m. - 3:55 p.m.
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Middle School: 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
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High School: 7:20 a.m. - 3:20 p.m.