Substitutes
We’re excited that you’re taking the first step toward becoming a Substitute Teacher or Special Education Paraeducator Substitute with Boulder Valley School District! Your interest in supporting our schools and students is truly appreciated.
Applications for the 2025–2026 school year are now closed.
We appreciate your interest and invite you to apply to our
2026–2027 substitute openings when they are published in July 2026.
Our Substitute Pay Rates
Teacher Substitute
Requires a Substitute Authorization or Licensed through CDE.
Full Day Rate: $125
Half Day Rate: $68
Hard-to-Fill Positions
Available for all positions listed below that have been identified as hard-to-fill.
Full Day Rate: $140
Half Day Rate: $75
Retired BVSD Teacher
Must have retired as a licensed employee from Boulder Valley School District.
Full Day Rate: $145
Half Day Rate: $78
Long-Term Substitute
Applicable to licensed long-term assignments, beginning on the 11th day.
Full Day Rate: $140
Half Day Rate: $75
Hard-to-Fill Substitute Positions
- Any licensed assignments at BVSD elementary schools with Dual Language programs (Columbine, Sanchez, Pioneer, and University Hill) beginning October 27, 2025
- Special Education Intensive Teacher (ILC, ICAN, Autism)
- Pre-K Teachers
- Special Education Paraeducators ILC/ICAN
- Special Education Paraeducators
- Pre-K Paraeducators
- Pre-K Enrichment
Hard-to-Fill SmartFind Classifcations
| Hard to Fill Position | SmartFind Classification |
|---|---|
| Special Education Intensive Teacher (ILC, ICAN, Autism) | SPECIAL ED INTENSIVE |
| Pre-K Teacher | EARLY CHILDHOOD PRE |
| Special Education Paraeducator ILC/ICAN | SPED PARA ILC/ICAN |
| Special Education Paraeducator | SPECIAL ED PARA |
| Pre-K Paraeducator | PRE-K PARA |
| Pre-K Enrichment | PRESCHOOL ENRICHMENT |
| Any licensed assignments at BVSD elementary schools with Dual Language programs (Columbine, Sanchez, Pioneer, and University Hill) beginning October 27, 2025 | |
Incentive Packages
- Monday and Friday Bonus
- Monthly Commitment Bonus (Eligible for Licensed Assignments Only)
- Hard-to-Fill Assignment Bonus
- Sample Payout Example
- Additional Incentives
Monday and Friday Bonus
Monthly Commitment Bonus (Eligible for Licensed Assignments Only)
Hard-to-Fill Assignment Bonus
Sample Payout Example
Additional Incentives
Substitute Resources
SmartFind Express
For all active substitutes, please visit SmartFind Express. This platform will allow you to search and accept job assignments, as well as manage your profile settings.
STEDI
STEDI offers a variety of great training tools that are beneficial for substitute teachers. Visit STEDI to learn about the courses they offer and sign up for a free newsletter with helpful hints and activities.
Pay Periods
Please review our pay periods for hourly and daily employees to ensure you are aware when payments are issued. Please reach out our Payroll department for more questions.
BVSD School Locations
Review this link to find all BVSD schools and their locations within Boulder County. You can use this information to identify which schools are closest to you or area of interest.
