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Make $160 per day

(Approximate daily range)

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Swing Education makes it easy to find substitute teaching jobs

Founded by former K12 educators and administrators, our mission is to create technology that makes it easy to connect passionate educators like yourself with substitute job openings in your area. Since 2015, we have become the fastest-growing substitute teacher marketplace, having successfully filled over 300,000+ absence days and partnering with over 2,800 schools and districts across the country.

Substitute teach in Downey on your terms

Whether you are an experienced sub or new to subbing, our platform speeds you through the qualification process so you can start working quickly. Unlike the traditional method of finding sub work, working through Swing means you can teach at any of our partner schools in Compton. With Swing, you have access to more opportunities and flexibility without the hassle of applying separately to every district and school.

Why subs choose Swing

We never take a cut of your earnings

Get paid on time, every Friday

Find answers or receive support whenever you need help

Earn referral bonuses by telling your friends about us

Substitute teacher requirements in California

Bachelor’s degree from a 4-yr college or university in the U.S.

Pass a background check and negative TB test before the hiring date.

Currently have or will obtain a CA teaching credential or substitute teaching permit.

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What to expect next

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Once you click Sign up, you will be taken to Swing’s registration page.

Answer a few simple questions to begin the registration process.

Follow the steps on the screen.

Your responses will help us determine your qualifications, flag gaps, and notify you of any action needed to get you certified and started.

Once you have completed all the necessary requirements, you will start to see all available assignments in your area right on your computer, your phone, or on the Swing app!

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Sample Assignments

Charter Elementary School

Location: Downey

Pay Rate: $160 per day

Duration: 7:30-3:30

Public High School

Location: Downey

Pay Rate: $160 per day

Duration: 2 weeks

Public Elementary School

Location: Downey

Pay Rate: $160 per day

Duration: 12:00-4:00 PM

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Substitute Teacher

State:

City: Downey

Substitute Teacher (K-12) | Flexible Teaching on Your Schedule

Location: California (Choose your preferred schools)
Pay: $160+ per day | Reliable Weekly Pay

The Modern Way to Teach

Join Swing Education, a Fortune Best Workplace (2025). We’ve reimagined substitute teaching by combining professional support with the total flexibility of a modern platform.

Whether you are a retired educator looking to stay connected to the classroom, an experienced substitute seeking a more streamlined way to manage your workday, or an aspiring teacher building your resume, Swing puts you in the driver’s seat.

No morning-of phone calls. No minimum hours. Just the freedom to teach when and where you want.

Sub Perks & Support

We provide a W2 employment model designed to offer both stability and control over your workday:

  • Higher Earning Potential: Access increased rates for high-priority requests and performance-based incentives.

  • Financial & Health Options: As a Swing employee, you have access to medical options and 401k plans.

  • Reliable Weekly Pay: Enjoy consistent, weekly direct deposits for all assignments completed.

  • Referral Rewards: Earn a $100 bonus for every eligible educator you refer to the team.

Tools for Classroom Success

  • Permit Assist: If you have a degree but no permit, we help you navigate the California credentialing process and reimburse the costs of getting your 30-Day Emergency Permit.

  • SubPlan.ai: Never worry about a missing lesson plan. Our AI tool generates high-quality plans in seconds so you can focus on the students.

  • Skill-Building Resources: Access optional training materials and classroom resources to sharpen your management skills.

  • Swing Hero Status: Our most dedicated teachers get “Priority Access” to their favorite schools.

Requirements to Join

To get started with Swing in California, you must meet one of the following criteria:

  • Option 1: Bachelor’s Degree Path

    • You have a Bachelor’s degree.

    • You already have a valid CA Teaching Credential or Emergency 30-Day Permit (OR you are willing to get one with our help via Permit Assist).

  • Option 2: Prospective Teacher Path

    • You have completed 90+ college credits.

    • You already hold a valid CL-505d Emergency Permit for Prospective Teachers.

Additional Requirements:

  • Ability to pass a background check and provide a valid TB test.

How It Works

  • Apply: Create your profile and upload your credentials in minutes.

  • Onboard: Complete a background check and TB test with our guided support.

  • Choose: Use the Swing app to browse and accept requests that match your preferences.

  • Teach: Step into the classroom with confidence and the full support of the Swing team.

Ready to teach on your own terms? Apply to Swing Education today!

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“Swing streamlines the process of getting work. It’s hard to manage work for multiple districts, but with Swing you have a lot of jobs to choose from and can pick where you want to teach.”

John Garcia
Swing Sub who has worked 186 days in California

“What do I love about Swing? It’s an easy system. It’s all online.”

Lakeshia Winslow
Principal, The Rhodes School (Houston)

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We welcome everyone from brand new to experienced veteran teachers! Employment at the Company is employment at-will, unless otherwise specified in a written employment agreement. Swing Education is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth or breastfeeding these), gender, gender identity, and gender expression, religious creed, disability (mental and physical) including HIV and AIDS, medical condition (such as cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, age, marital status, sexual orientation, sexual or other reproductive health decisions, military or veteran status, denial of family, and medical care leave, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Swing is dedicated to supporting individuals of varying ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, religion, age, and other backgrounds. Here at Swing, we’ve made a commitment to diversity and inclusion. We’re ready to support you wherever you are in your teaching career by getting you into the classroom where subs are needed most. Day pay rate defined as an 8 hour day.