SmartFindExpress is a website used to manage employee absences and to coordinate the assignment of substitute teachers for instructional personnel. For users that prefer to use the automated phone system call (904) 495-7178 AND website https://stjohns.sfe.powerschool.com
Current substitute teachers MUST sub a minimum of 15 days during the 2022-2023 school year. Subs meeting this requirement are considered an ACTIVE SUB for next school year and will remain on the approved substitute teacher list AND~~do not need to be re-fingerprinted.~ Failure to work the minimum 15 days during the school year will result in removal from the approved substitute teacher list. If a substitute teacher terminates active status with St. Johns County Schools, the individual will be required to reapply when the next substitute position is offered. If selected all new hire requirements will be necessary, including security clearance (fingerprint and drug screen) and training. It is the substitute teacher’s responsibility to notify in writing the Human Resources office if they are no longer interested in substitute teaching. All substitute teachers are considered “At Will As Needed” workers who are not guaranteed employment on a daily basis nor during the summer months or scheduled breaks. Substitute teachers receive $15.00, per hour worked. Long term substitutes receive $20.00 hour rate for jobs 6 weeks or longer. Substitute should be Florida certified or hold Bachelors degree or higher in area of instruction to be eligible for long term jobs. ASSIGNMENT CHANGES AT SCHOOLS: Substitutes are able to select the school and grade level/subject of their preference, but be advised that the substitute serves at the need of the school and specific jobs are subject to change should the school see fit. Flexibility is appreciated.
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Substitute System Helpdesk Number (904) 547-7636
St. Johns County School District advertises for substitutes through our district online application system AppliTrack as the need arises. The next advertisement will be February 6, 2023 – February 12, 2023 . Applicants who hold a minimum of an Associate’s degree or equivalent of 60 credits or higher and who are 20 years of age or older are eligible to apply. The hourly rate of pay is $15.00, and substitute teachers are considered “at will, as needed” workers. When the position is advertised in AppliTrack you must select the active posting to be considered. You will be required to attend an interview, training, and complete clearance by fingerprint and drug screening if selected. If you would like to receive job posting notifications you can establish your application in AppliTrack and receive automatic notifications when this or any job is advertised for our school district.
Direct Deposit
DIRECT DEPOSIT is available for all substitute teachers. Please contact the substitute office helpdesk (904)547-7636 for direct deposit information. If Direct Deposit is not established a paper check will be mailed on pay date. Substitutes are paid bi-monthly on the 15th and last day of month. If those dates fall on a weekend then the Friday before.
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Do Not Call Policy
The St. Johns County School District policy states, if a substitute teacher receives THREE “Do Not Use” requests, you will be dismissed.
Please review the Do Not Call Policy for details.
SmartFindExpress Training Videos
Training videos and a comprehensive user guide are now built right in to SmartFindExpress. To access them, just login to SmartFindExpress and click the Help menu in the upper right hand corner of the screen.
