Substitute Teacher
Agency
Department of Defense Education Activity
Location
Aguadilla, Puerto Rico, Puerto Rico
Salary
$20 - $24 Per Hour
Open & closing dates
Posted: October 20, 2025
Closes: March 31, 2026 (76 days left)
Job Description
This announcement is used to fill Substitutes at all DoDEA schools within the communities below: Aguadilla/Borinquen, Puerto Rico Fort Buchanan, Puerto Rico You will be able to select your school preferences within the application which may be previewed here: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12820504 You will not forfeit your Military Spouse Preference (MSP) by working as a Substitute with DoDEA!
Qualifications
This announcement will be used to fill Substitute positions within Puerto Rico, and your level of education or teaching certification status determines which of three levels you qualify for. When the Principal requests to hire more Substitute teachers at a school, candidates from all three levels will be referred for consideration and selection. When you submit your application, you will be required to identify your level of education and submit required supporting documentation. In order to qualify for this Substitute position, you must meet one of the education requirements described below. Level 1 - Certified Teacher: To qualify as a Level 1 Teacher (Substitute), you must have a valid, unexpired teaching certificate in any field and issued by any state/territory in the United States. Please note you must attach a copy of your teaching certificate AND a copy of your official transcripts (in English). Level 2 - Bachelor's Degree (BA/BS) or higher: To qualify as a Level 2 Teacher (Substitute), you must possess a Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university. Please note you must attach a copy of your transcripts (in English). Level 3 - Associate's Degree (AA) or 60 semester hours or more: To qualify as a Level 3 Teacher (Substitute), you must possess an Associate's degree OR have successfully completed 60 semester hours at a college/university. Please note you must attach a copy of your transcripts (in English).
Required Documents
You must submit supporting documentation with your application to receive consideration. Failure to submit required documentation will result is an ineligible rating. If your application is rated as ineligible due to missing documentation, you must re-submit your application to receive consideration for future referral lists. Do not submit photographs with your application package. Your application will not be considered for this position if you submit a photograph in your application package. Please include the following documents with your application: Resume Personal Information: Full name, mailing address, phone numbers, and email address Education: Institution name, city, state, degree type, and date degree attained Work/Volunteer Experience: Position title, duties and accomplishments, employer's name and complete address, supervisor's name and phone number, position start and end dates, hours worked per week, rank/grade if military Other Qualifications: Job-related training courses, skills, certificates, and licenses, honors, awards, and special accomplishments You may include an optional Cover Letter with your application. For additional information see: "What to include in your resume" on USAJOBS. Transcripts Transcripts are required if you have indicated in the assessment questionnaire that you possess a teaching certificate and/or college coursework. Transcripts should be legible and clearly indicate identifying information such as your name, the school's name, credit hours, course levels, and/or major(s), if applicable. Transcripts must be in English or translated into English. If your highest level of education is high school, you are not required to submit transcripts or a copy of your high school diploma or GED. Teaching Certificate If you have a teaching certification, please submit it with your application. Veteran's Preference Documentation If you are claiming veterans' preference, you must submit a copy of your DD-214 which reflects your character of discharge (Member-4), or other documentation which proves your claim. If you are a veteran within 120 days of discharge, you must submit signed documentation certifying your expected release/retirement from active duty, your character of discharge, your rank at time of discharge, dates of active duty service, campaign or expeditionary medals received, and it must be dated within 120 days of your separation. If you are a disabled veteran, you must submit a copy of your VA Letter indicating your level of disability. Do not include any personal health information. Re-Employed Annuitants If you have retired from federal service and you are applying as a re-employed annuitant, you must provide supporting documentation that proves your status as an annuitant. Hiring of Re-Employed Annuitants must meet certain criteria that justify the re-appointment of an annuitant over an external hire and are approved by DoDEA HQ.
Department Information
Agency
Department of Defense Education Activity
Department
Department of Defense
Location
Aguadilla, Puerto Rico, Puerto Rico, United States