Substituting

As a substitute in our district, you are a part of a team that is committed to providing the best possible educational opportunities for our students. You play a vital role in enabling us to maintain continuity of instructional and educational programs for our students in the absence of our regular Classroom Educators, Paraeducators, and School Administrative Assistant's, thus maximizing the potential of each child passing through our doors, as well as contributing to the mission and goals of the Portland Public School District and reinforcing individual building plans.

The role of the substitute is a valued and challenging one, and one that brings many rewards.  With increased expectations for schools to raise the achievement bar for every single child, maximizing each day of a student’s education is an absolute imperative.  The services of a dependable, well-prepared substitute are essential to providing continuity in student academic achievement.  As a substitute, you are an important part of expanding the learning and intellectual growth of our students.  We are delighted you accepted this opportunity to assist in the growth and success of Portland’s greatest asset – its students.

You may use this page to access all the important information you will need for your position. This information, along with assistance from School Program Administrators, Principals, Classroom Educators, Paraeducators, and School Administrative Assistant's will enable you to assist us in meeting the educational needs of our students.  In addition, it will help you understand your other key responsibilities as a Substitute, while maintaining a safe, attractive, and supportive educational environment for the students entrusted to your care.

Salary Rates for the 2025-2026 School Year

Substitute Educator: $275.71 for full-day & $137.86 for half-day

***Extended Rate: When working 10+ days in an assignment, Substitute Educators will be eligible for an extended rate of daily pay of $296.40 for full days and $148.20 for half days.

Substitute Paraeducator: $24.00 per hour

Substitute School Administrative Assistant: $22.27 per hour

Substitute Administrator: $77.64 per hour

Job Openings Information (apply at careers.pps.net and search for one of these job opening IDs):

***Applications for the 25/26 School Year will be reviewed over the summer ahead of the start of the school year.

Job Opening ID	Job Posting Title
28501	25/26 SY Applicant Pool - Substitute Educator (Unrestricted Teaching License)
28508	25/26 SY Applicant Pool - Substitute Educator (Restricted Substitute License)
28502	25/26 SY Applicant Pool - Substitute School Counselor
28507	25/26 SY Applicant Pool - Substitute Paraeducator
28506	25/26 SY Applicant Pool - Substitute School Administrative Assistant (Secretary)
28505	25/26 SY Applicant Pool - PPS Retiree Substitute Administrator

Veterans Preference

Under Oregon law, veterans who meet the minimum qualifications for a position may be eligible for employment preference. If you are a Veteran and you would like to apply for Veterans preference, please fill out the Veterans Preference page on our online application and submit all required documentation by the closing date of the recruitment. Veterans preference does not guarantee veterans the position which they are applying for.

For further information about veterans’ preference, please contact Human Resources or refer to the Bureau of Labor and Industries website.

Portland Public Schools is an affirmative action and equal employment opportunity employer. 

Interested in applying for a Substitute Educator, Paraeducator, or School Administrative Assistant position? Please click here. 

Customer Expectations & Guidelines

This document outlines customer expectations for functions completed by the substitute office team.