How much do substitute teachers make in Florida?

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If you’re a Florida resident interested in a rewarding, flexible career you may wonder, “How much do substitute teachers make in Florida?” In Florida, our substitute teachers earn a mean hourly wage of about $15 an hour—some districts pay more or less.

At Kelly Education, we understand that having a clear picture of your compensation is vital to help you decide whether you’d like to work as a substitute teacher. In this article, we’ll explore everything you need to know to answer the question, how much do substitute teachers make in Florida, and other benefits that come with beginning a career as a Florida-based substitute teacher.

How is pay determined for substitute teachers in Florida?

The school district where you work will determine your pay. School districts pay varying rates for substitute teaching roles.

Your pay as a substitute teacher may be determined by several factors:

Your education level (some school districts pay a higher rate for teachers with bachelor’s or graduate degrees compared to the rate of pay for those with a high school diploma)
Your experience (some districts pay experienced substitute teachers, those with classroom teaching experience, retired classroom teachers, or those with a teaching certificate a higher pay rate than those with less experience)
Local taxes (there is no state income tax in Florida)
Cost of living in the local area
Level of need for substitute teachers
Type of classroom [some districts pay substitute teachers in early childhood education (ECE) and special education classrooms higher rates]
How are Florida substitute teachers paid?

Each school district determines its own method of paying substitute teachers. Some may pay an hourly rate, while others pay a daily rate. You may also be offered a specialized rate if you’re working as a long-term substitute teacher, where you’re taking over for a classroom teacher for several weeks or months.

How much do substitute teachers make in Florida each year?

In the United States, the mean annual wage for a substitute teacher is $43,570 per year, with a mean hourly wage of $20.95, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. In Florida, our substitute teachers earn a mean hourly wage of about $15 an hour—some pay more or less.

As a substitute teacher, you have a high level of control over how frequently you work, allowing you to play a role in determining your annual pay. While most substitute teaching positions are short-term roles, you may also be interested in working for your school district as a building substitute teacher. Professionals in this role work in the same building every day, filling in for other teachers as needed.

Why working as a substitute teacher in Florida makes sense.

When you’re working as a substitute teacher, the perks of your career go far beyond compensation. You’ll make a difference in the classroom each day you work. As you get to know your students and become a repeat substitute teacher in some classrooms, you’ll get to know individual personalities, hone your craft, and become comfortable with different classroom routines.

Other benefits of a career as a substitute teacher include:

Flexibility. As a substitute teacher, you’ll get to decide when you work. Sometimes, you can reserve work weeks in advance. Other times, you’ll receive job offers the night before, allowing you to decide whether you’d like to report in the morning.

Work-life balance. When you’re a substitute teacher in Florida, you’ll enjoy plenty of time to run errands, exercise, explore hobbies, and more. You’ll only work during school hours, leaving you with plenty of free time at the end of each workday. You’ll also have control over how often you work, making it easy for you to take time off to attend to family or personal responsibilities.

Leaving work at work. During the work day, you’re fully engaged with your students, but you won’t be expected to bring work home in most substitute teaching roles. If you’re interested in taking on the duties of lesson planning and grading, try working as a long-term substitute teacher. If you’d like to become a long-term substitute teacher, let district administrators and the Kelly Education team know.

At Kelly Education, we’re here to help Florida substitute teachers thrive.

In most substitute teaching roles, you’ll work as a part-time employee. While there are many benefits to substitute teaching, it’s likely you won’t be eligible for health insurance through your school district. We’re here to support you as you embark on a career path that makes a difference in the lives of students. It’s important to us to provide you with the support you need to focus on the important work you’re doing in the classroom.

When you work for us, in addition to Kelly-sponsored ACA health coverage, Kelly Education substitute teachers are offered individual voluntary options that include:

Vision coverage
Dental coverage
Telemedicine
Critical illness coverage
Short-term disability
Life insurance
Accident insurance

Our substitute teachers are also eligible for:

Corporate discounts
Holiday pay plan
Complimentary employee well-being program
Access to retirement savings plans

Grow as a substitute teacher with Kelly Education.

You’re ready to make a difference — we’re here to help. At Kelly Education, we believe in helping our substitute teachers become the best educators for students. We support our substitute teachers every step of the way. To get started, check out these articles from our fully stocked resource library:

If you are ready to make a difference with flexible work that matters, the Kelly Education team is here to help you explore your options. Fill out our brief interest form and one of our recruiters will contact you to share more about opportunities to become a substitute teacher with one of our school district partners.