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Job outlook for substitute teachers aides in the United States
Substitute teachers aide job growth summary. After extensive research, interviews, and analysis, Zippia's data science team found that:
The projected substitute teachers aide job growth rate is 4% from 2018-2028.
About 55,400 new jobs for substitute teachers aides are projected over the next decade.
Substitute teachers aide salaries have increased 14% for substitute teachers aides in the last 5 years.
There are over 223,123 substitute teachers aides currently employed in the United States.
There are 77,249 active substitute teachers aide job openings in the US.
The average substitute teachers aide salary is $27,488.
Are substitute teachers aide jobs in demand?
Substitute teachers aide job and salary trends over time
Substitute teachers aide jobs over time
Substitute teachers aide job growth rate over time
| Year | # of jobs | % of population |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 223,123 | 0.07% |
| 2020 | 589,947 | 0.18% |
| 2019 | 616,800 | 0.18% |
| 2018 | 418,183 | 0.13% |
| 2017 | 414,537 | 0.13% |
Average substitute teachers aide salary over time
Substitute teachers aide salary by year
| Year | Avg. salary | Hourly rate | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $27,488 | $13.22 | +3.5% |
| 2025 | $26,547 | $12.76 | +3.4% |
| 2024 | $25,668 | $12.34 | +2.7% |
| 2023 | $24,992 | $12.02 | +3.3% |
| 2022 | $24,183 | $11.63 | +2.0% |
Substitute teachers aide jobs by state
Most common states for substitute teachers aides
| Rank | State | Population | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Montana | 1,050,493 | 296 | 28% |
| 2 | New Hampshire | 1,342,795 | 349 | 26% |
| 3 | Vermont | 623,657 | 155 | 25% |
| 4 | Minnesota | 5,576,606 | 1,321 | 24% |
| 5 | Connecticut | 3,588,184 | 791 | 22% |
| 6 | Delaware | 961,939 | 213 | 22% |
| 7 | Kansas | 2,913,123 | 604 | 21% |
| 8 | Alaska | 739,795 | 154 | 21% |
| 9 | District of Columbia | 693,972 | 148 | 21% |
| 10 | Indiana | 6,666,818 | 1,319 | 20% |
| 11 | Nevada | 2,998,039 | 606 | 20% |
| 12 | Nebraska | 1,920,076 | 391 | 20% |
| 13 | New Jersey | 9,005,644 | 1,686 | 19% |
| 14 | Illinois | 12,802,023 | 2,273 | 18% |
| 15 | Arizona | 7,016,270 | 1,244 | 18% |
| 16 | Maryland | 6,052,177 | 1,080 | 18% |
| 17 | Iowa | 3,145,711 | 573 | 18% |
| 18 | Wyoming | 579,315 | 106 | 18% |
| 19 | New Mexico | 2,088,070 | 354 | 17% |
| 20 | Maine | 1,335,907 | 224 | 17% |
Most common cities for substitute teachers aides
| Rank | City | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl | Avg. salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Fleming Island | 1 | 4% | $21,992 |
| 2 | New London | 1 | 4% | $29,876 |
| 3 | Norwich | 1 | 3% | $29,956 |
| 4 | Greeley | 2 | 2% | $28,201 |
| 5 | Boca Raton | 1 | 1% | $21,737 |
| 6 | Worcester | 1 | 1% | $33,393 |
| 7 | New York | 10 | 0% | $29,081 |
| 8 | Miami | 2 | 0% | $21,719 |
| 9 | Atlanta | 1 | 0% | $23,455 |
| 10 | Dallas | 1 | 0% | $23,993 |
| 11 | Yonkers | 1 | 0% | $29,219 |
Substitute Teachers Aide job outlook: Expert opinions
Our panel of substitute teachers aide experts
Oklahoma State University
University of Wyoming
Springfield College
Boston College
Chatham University
University of Houston-Clear Lake
Ohio University
What general advice would you give to a Substitute Teachers Aide?
Dr. Sarah Donovan: A career in education begins during an accredited teacher preparation program as you cultivate a network of colleagues among peers, professors, and state and national professional organizations. Becoming a teacher is about building content knowledge and pedagogical content knowledge, so accredited programs offer opportunities to observe and practice teacher in classrooms with the support of qualified, experienced mentors and faculty members.
The first year on the job, it is essential to keep open lines of communication with the colleagues and faculty with whom you've developed professional relationships so that they can offer you support and critical conversations as you navigate the new teaching context. This is also when your connections to professional networks will be vital as you will have many sites, people, and resources to draw on to support your practice.
Dr. Andrea Burrows
Associate Dean for Undergraduate Programs, Professor, Science Education, School of Teacher EducationUniversity of Wyoming
College of Education
Are there any particularly good places in the United States for Substitute Teachers Aides to find work opportunities?
Dr. Andrea Burrows: If you mean "teaching" by "this field," then yes, all over the U.S., there is a teacher shortage. When using the U.S. Department of Education site (tsa.ed.gov) and searching for shortage areas for all U.S. states in the academic year 2020-2021, every subject area is shown. If someone is interested in a specific state, they can search the site for shortages related to that state. The pandemic has certainly sparked more appreciation for teachers nationwide, which hopefully translates into teachers across our nation having a stronger voice in educational spaces and policies and possibly finding work in unexpected places.
Dr. Linda Davis-Delano
Director, Educator Preparation & Licensure, Professor, Physical EducationSpringfield College
Educator Preparation
What skills stand out on Substitute Teachers Aide resumes?
Dr. Linda Davis-Delano: Ability to teach remotely and use a variety of pedagogical techniques including the use of a variety of technological platforms (e.g., YouTube, Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Nearpod, Kahoot, Brainpop, TedEd).
Are there any particularly good places in the United States for Substitute Teachers Aides to find work opportunities?
Dr. Linda Davis-Delano: Graduates will be successful securing teaching positions all across the country.
Tim Klein
MSW, True North LeadBoston College
Lynch School Of Education and Human Development
What are the biggest trends we'll see in the Substitute Teachers Aide job market given the pandemic?
Tim Klein: In response to economic disruption brought on by the economy, many companies will shift their priorities from growth to efficiency. This will accelerate investment and innovation in machine learning, automation and artificial intelligence.
Christie Lewis
Assistant Professor of Education, Field CoordinatorChatham University
Education Department
What experience really stands out on Substitute Teachers Aide resumes?
Christie Lewis: I believe that graduates that go above and beyond the "check the box" really stand out. What I mean by this is that graduates who have been involved in the school and that became part of the school community really stand out. Perhaps a graduate volunteered to help with events at the school, started a tutoring club, and/or participated and did other things than teach in the classroom stands out. In addition, I think that volunteering in the community and also participating in teacher professional development really stands out. These things show that a graduate is excited and passionate.
Terry Chvala
Senior Lecturer of Early Childhood EducationUniversity of Houston-Clear Lake
College of Education
What are the biggest trends we'll see in the Substitute Teachers Aide job market given the pandemic?
Terry Chvala: 1. Nationwide (not locally): In certain parts of the country where education is highly valued, and pay is aligned with that value, there is a growing trend that requires all teachers to have a Master's Degree to teach in the public schools. (This is not trending in TX or in our local Houston region).
2. Blended learning
3. Personalized learning
4. Covid-19 related trends:
-self care
-connecting students to learning in new ways
-how to reach and engage students in online and blended learning
What skills stand out on Substitute Teachers Aide resumes?
Terry Chvala: Growing trend in "soft marketable skills," professional dispositions (body language, active listening, confidence, modeling professional attributes, etc.) (some more so due to Covid, but will continue to be skills that are sought after).
Are there any particularly good places in the United States for Substitute Teachers Aides to find work opportunities?
Terry Chvala: Although oil & gas continue to suffer locally and regionally, there is still a growing trend that people continue to move to Texas. So this area continues to be a positive job market for educators and other industry. Most area school districts have become fairly competitive (with each other, but nowhere near northern and northeastern states and many others) on their starting teacher pay.
Lisa Diebel
Associate Professor of InstructionOhio University
Human and Consumer Sciences
What are the biggest trends we'll see in the Substitute Teachers Aide job market given the pandemic?
Lisa Diebel: I expect my current FCS teacher education student to have at least one teaching offer, if not multiple requests, at the end of the spring semester. Two of my community leadership students, who graduate this weekend, have reasonable job offers. One at a hospital daycare center as an assistant teacher and another at a local grocery market as a manager. Much to my delight, the pandemic has not stopped their ability to move forward.
What skills stand out on Substitute Teachers Aide resumes?
Lisa Diebel: I think when you can show experiential experiences and an internship, you will stand out. An error-free resume is also critical.
Are there any particularly good places in the United States for Substitute Teachers Aides to find work opportunities?
Lisa Diebel: I think FCS, ED, and CL graduates will successfully find employment anywhere in the US. An FCS degree offers a lot of versatility.