Substitute Teaching FAQ
Welcome Substitute Teachers. Thank you in advance to all our substitute teachers. Substitutes play a critical role in maintaining the continuity of students’ learning environment, and MDUSD is always looking for qualified and interested candidates.
MDUSD is in need of Substitute Teachers for all levels. If you have your Bachelor's degree, you may qualify for a 30 Day Sub Permit.
Tips for Success....
- When you arrive at your assignment, ask for a copy of the school-wide rules and procedures which all staff are expected to enforce.
- Be at the door ready to greet students as they enter the room.
- Start class promptly. It is always helpful to have an assignment or task posted on the board for students to focus on at the opening of the lesson.
- Have materials organized in advance as much as possible.
- Review the classroom rules.
- Give clear directions.
- Be consistent in your expectations. Recognize positive student behavior. Intervene and redirect students promptly who are off task.
- Have a plan for students who will finish assignments early.
- Remember that the key to an orderly classroom is providing lessons which engage the students and keeps them focused and interested for the entire lesson.
How to log in and create classes.
Settings - Class Permissions, grade weighting and posting ability
How to invite students/guardians
How to share links, videos, files and announcements
How to create an assignment and attach videos and files.
How to create and organize topics
Contact Us
Not finding what you're looking for or need help?
Please contact Vanessa Zazueta for any questions at lopezv@mdusd.org.
*Substitutes are employees who are hired to fill the position of a regular employee who is absent because of illness or other kind of authorized leave, or when additional support is needed. Substitutes working for Mt. Diablo Unified School District are "At Will" employees. At Will employees are not guaranteed employment. If an absence or assignment is no longer needed, the substitutes job ends and they may look for other assignments. Assignments can and will get cancelled on occasion. When an assignment is cancelled, an automated email is sent.