Substitute Teacher - Elementary School

Job Description

Job Description

Substitute Teacher Opportunities - Elementary Focus | Flexible, High-Paying, No Surprise Calls

Find real K–12 substitute teaching work across Cook County with Swing Education - with a special focus on elementary school opportunities. Choose when, where, and how you teach. Earn more while using tools that support you every step of the way.

Why You’ll Love Substitute Teaching Through Swing

Since 2015, Swing Education has helped thousands of education professionals connect with flexible teaching work that fits their lives. Whether you’re exploring teaching for the first time or returning to the classroom, getting started is simple and straightforward.

With Swing, you stay in control :

• No early morning phone calls
• View and accept open teaching requests by text, email, or computer
• Choose the days, schools, subjects, and grade levels that work best for you

We are actively seeking substitute teachers who are excited to support elementary school classrooms . From general education to enrichment and resource support, younger grade levels need strong, reliable subs in Cook county.

In 2025, Swing was named to the Fortune Best Workplaces in the Bay Area list. We’re proud to support the education community and continue to grow with you.

Perks of Subbing Through Swing

We support substitute teachers with helpful tools, optional resources, and opportunities to grow :

Rates and Flexibility

What You’ll Need to Get Set Up

How to Get Started

Inclusion and Community

At Swing, we’re committed to inclusion and building a community where everyone feels welcome. Our team is diverse, and we support substitute teachers in reaching their goals, both inside and outside the classroom.

Whether you're looking for daily opportunities or hoping to make a difference in elementary classrooms , Swing can help you find meaningful work that fits your life.

Apply today to get started with Swing Education.

Company Description

Swing Education is an online marketplace that connects substitute teachers with schools. Founded in 2015 by former K-12 educators and administrators, Swing makes it easier for schools and districts to find reliable, high-quality substitute teachers when they need them most. With over 550,000 absence days filled to date, we’re committed to improving the experience of finding substitute teachers, becoming a sub, and keeping student learning on track. We currently serve over 4,000 partner schools across California, Arizona, Texas, Illinois, New Jersey, New York, and Washington D.C.

Company Description

Swing Education is an online marketplace that connects substitute teachers with schools. Founded in 2015 by former K-12 educators and administrators, Swing makes it easier for schools and districts to find reliable, high-quality substitute teachers when they need them most. With over 550,000 absence days filled to date, we’re committed to improving the experience of finding substitute teachers, becoming a sub, and keeping student learning on track. We currently serve over 4,000 partner schools across California, Arizona, Texas, Illinois, New Jersey, New York, and Washington D.C.