Job Description

PURPOSE:

A substitute teacher is responsible for providing instruction, managing the classroom environment, and promoting student learning in the absence of the regular classroom teacher.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• The ability to teach scheduled classes in the absence of the regularly scheduled teacher.
• Education equivalent to graduation from an accredited high school or General Education Certificate (GED).
• Montana Teaching License preferred.
• Candidate must hold a valid Montana Teaching License for long-term substitute positions.
• Candidate must be at least 18 years of age.
• Ability to follow both oral and written directions and instructions.
• Ability to communicate in both oral and written means.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to students, parents, and staff.
• Ability to handle stressful situations.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of student matters.
• Ability to effectively manage time and responsibilities.
• Ability to be professional in appearance, attitude and demeanor.

LOCATION: District-wide (substitutes)

SALARY:

2025/2026 SUBSTITUTE TEACHER DAILY RATE Daily RatesUnlicensed, first 41+ days

$110

Unlicensed, after 41+ days

$120

Licensed, first 41+ days

$130

Licensed, after 41+ days

$140

CLOSING DATE: Open Until Filled

Letter of interest and Resume must be received in the Frontline Application System (www.gfps.k12.mt.us) by the closing date.