Welcome to the Substitute Services page, where you’ll find all the information you need to get started, including requirements, application steps, pay rates, and support resources. We look forward to having you join our team!
Overview
The Independence School District is looking to hire a variety of substitute positions throughout the school year. These include:
- Priority Substitutes - a year-long contracted assignment at a particular building
- Longterm Substitutes - an assignment for 20+ days
- Substitute Teachers
- Substitute Nurses
- Substitute Secretaries
- Substitute Early Childhood Workers
- Substitute Paraeducators
Requirements
Each position has specific qualifications:
Substitute Teachers
Must have at least 60 college hours from an accredited college or university.
Substitute Nurses
Must hold a valid BSN, RN, or LPN/LVN license in Missouri.
Must have current CPR certification.
Substitute Secretaries
Must have a high school diploma (or equivalent).
Secretarial or clerical experience preferred.
Substitute Early Childhood Workers
Must have a high school diploma (or equivalent).
Training or experience working with young children preferred.
Apply
- Review Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE)'s checklist to get or renew your Substitute Certificate.
- Complete an online application. Use the search bar to type in "substitute" to pull up all open substitute positions.
- After review, our Substitute Services team will contact you via email if selected for an interview.
- Complete fingerprinting. You will receive information about this process from ISD Human Resources.
- If applying for a Priority Sub position, fingerprints must be completed within 72 hours of the interview.
- Once the ISD receives your cleared background checks, we will contact you with information and you will be registered with Aesop/Frontline, our substitute service platform.
Before You Start
All new employees are required to complete the Vector online training (previously SafeSchools) before their first day of work. This equips you with knowledge on district policies, student safety, harassment prevention, and emergency procedures. Completion confirmation is required in our HR system before you’ll receive your official start date.
Compensation
Longterm substitutes
$165/day with a Missouri Teacher Certification -or- $150/day with a Missouri Substitute Teacher Certification
$165/day with a Missouri Teacher Certification -or- $150/day with a Missouri Substitute Teacher Certification
Substitute Teachers
$130/day or $65/half day (3.5 hours)
$130/day or $65/half day (3.5 hours)
Paraeducators
$125/day
$125/day
Additional Information
- The workday mirrors the classroom teacher’s schedule.
- Pay is issued twice a month, on the 5th and 20th (or on the nearest banking day if those dates fall on a weekend or a holiday). Direct deposit is required.
- Paystubs and pay history are available online through the Employee Portal, in MyBenefits. We do not provide printed paystubs. Please contact the Payroll Office with questions (816) 521-5308.
Frontline: Absence Management System
Substitute teachers can pick up assignments through Frontline, either via the website, the automated calling system, or the Frontline app. You can also access the Frontline website through the Employee Portal in the ISD Apps section.
New to Subbing?
Welcome! To stay active as a substitute without restarting the process each year, you must work four (4) full days each school year. Flexibility is one of the perks of subbing, so take advantage of creating your own schedule.
Training Resources
Building-specific information: Find information about the building you're assigned to, such as parking, bell times, lunch time, and more.
Substitute Training Library: Choose from a handful of books available to check out at Central Office from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Technology Training Video: Learn about Powerschool, Canvas, classroom management, and more.
Feedback and Support
We value your feedback! When you sub at a school, they will provide you this form to complete and give back to them. Thank you for filling it out. Your input helps us improve our substitute services.
Important Contacts
Compliance Officer | Substitute Services
Name: Yvonne Rito
Phone: (816) 521-5300 ext. 10030
Email: yvonne_rito@isdschools.org
Secretary
Name: Nicole Stacey
Phone: (816) 521-5599 ext. 10030
Email: nicole_stacey@isdschools.org
Onboarding
Name: Andi Cornine
Phone: (816) 521-5599 ext. 10030
Email: andi_cornine@isdschools.org
Quick Links
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2025-26 Substitute Salary Schedule
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2025-26 Longterm Sub Salary Schedule