Kelly Education - Make a difference. Be a substitute teacher.

Kelly® Education is proud to partner with Hillsborough County Schools to provide exceptional substitute teachers and substitute paraprofessionals. We’re a company that invests in our employees, recognizes their achievements, and is committed to the noble purpose of educating our youth.

Substitute teaching offers meaningful work that directly gives back to our community and makes a positive difference in the lives of students every single day. We have limitless opportunities for passionate people to inspire and educate students. You’ll have the option to work in the schools of your choice and to create a flexible schedule that works around your other life commitments.

Whether you’re new to teaching or a seasoned educator, our goal is to ensure you always have the skills you need to succeed in the classroom—starting with free pre-hire training, paid orientation, and our investment in your ongoing professional development.

Remember that teacher who made a difference in your life? Now it’s your turn. Fill out a Substitute Interest Form to be a substitute teacher in Hillsborough County Schools.

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How to apply for substitute teaching or support roles

At a glance:

Choose the role that aligns with your skills.
Complete a prescreen
Attend a group information session or interview
Finalize application
Complete background check and paperwork for licensing/permits (if needed)
Complete training and orientation

Action	Approx. time to process	Tips to note
Pre-hire Paperwork	15 - 30 min	Standard forms.
Pre-hire Training	1 - 1.5 hours	Self-led access online. Some states may require additional training.
I-9 Form	10 - 15 min	Need your driver’s license / SSN
Health Screening (if required)	3 days	TB: 2 appointments required
Education Verification	3 - 5 days	Transcripts showing highest level of education
Licensing or Verification (if required)	1 - 3 days	Typically for teaching roles only
Finger Printing	3 - 10 days	15-min appointment
Drug Screening	1 - 3 days	As required
Background Check	3 - 7 days	Can be delayed by court backups

Is training provided?
Making sure you feel confident and prepared is as important to us as it is to you. Our free, pre-hire training is required before you can go to work. Training programs are customized by role, so you get all the detail you need for the job you’ll be performing. Custom training modules are provided for substitute teachers, paraeducators, early childhood educators, food service, custodial, and nurse or clerical positions.

For example, topics for instructional positions include:
- Student Developmental Stages
- Working with Paraeducators
- Ethics & Professionalism
- Legal Obligations
- IEPs, Accommodations & Behavior Plans
- Social Behavior
- Classroom Technology
- Preparing & Starting the Day
- Classroom Management
- Bullying & Harassment
- School-Specific Policy & Procedure
- Classroom & School-Based Incidents
- Student & Personal Safety
- Dismissal/Finishing the Day
Welcome, orientation, and scheduling.

Once you've fully completed the state requirements, you’re ready to start working.

You’ll get a welcome email from us with a link to your online orientation session—again, customized to your specific role. This can be completed at your own pace and isn’t required before beginning work. You’ll be introduced to your talent advisor. Going forward, your adviser will be your main contact for any questions you may have - on or off the job.

You'll receive a second email with information on how to access and use our online scheduling tool. Here you can view and accept available assignments and keep track of your time. It can take a day or two for the system to generate these emails. If you don’t see them, check your spam folder for both.

We understand the process for how to apply for substitute teaching may be a bit more than you expected. But we want you to know that you aren’t navigating it alone, and we’re here to guide you and make you successful.

Kelly Education - Make a difference. Be a substitute teacher.

How to apply for substitute teaching or support roles

Is training provided?

Welcome, orientation, and scheduling.