Career fit quiz

Is Substitute Teacher the Right Career for You?

A quick, free 8-question quiz to see how well the substitute teacher career fits your personality, preferences and goals.

Updated By the Career Education Institute Curriculum Team
How this quiz works

Rate how much you agree with each statement. The quiz compares your answers with the realities of the substitute teacher job and gives you an honest fit score in under two minutes. Nothing is saved or sent anywhere.

Statement 1 of 8I want a flexible schedule
Statement 2 of 8I’m confident in front of groups
Statement 3 of 8I’m adaptable
Statement 4 of 8I might want to become a teacher
Statement 5 of 8I like variety
Statement 6 of 8I can manage behavior calmly
Statement 7 of 8I’m willing to spend about Days to weeks for a substitute permit training for this career
Statement 8 of 8A typical salary around $41,670 a year would meet my needs

What this career really involves

Substitute teachers fill in for absent teachers, following lesson plans, managing classrooms and keeping students learning.

  • Follow lesson plans
  • Take attendance
  • Manage classroom behavior
  • Help students with assignments
  • Supervise students throughout the day

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