How to Become a Substitite Teacher / Paraprofessional
Become a Substitute Teacher / Paraprofessional with ESS
Substitute Teacher
An ESS substitute teacher assists with classroom instruction in the absence of a regular teacher. This person follows and teaches lesson plans, aids students in understanding subject matter, and ensures that regular classroom routines are followed.
What's New?
As of July 1st, 2026, CCSD has officially partnered with ESS to manage our substitute teacher program.
Contact Rhonda Jordan with any questions regarding ESS.
Apply to Be a Substitute Teacher with ESS
Substitute Paraprofessional
An ESS substitute paraprofessional assists the classroom teacher to provide extra support to students with special needs, promoting maximum academic and personal growth. The substitute paraprofessional job responsibilities range from supplementing regular classroom curriculum to helping individual students.
(Substitute paraprofessionals are also known as school aides, teacher assistants, instructional aides, one-to-one aides, and personal care assistants.)
What's New?
As of July 1st, 2026, CCSD has officially partnered with ESS to manage our substitute paraprofessional program.
Contact Rhonda Jordan with any questions regarding ESS.