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Building the Workforce Behind Student Success

Connecting school districts with
talented substitute teachers,
paraprofessionals, and support staff.

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Supporting Schools. Empowering People.

Every day, ESS connects talented education professionals with K-12 schools across the country. We partner with school districts to recruit, hire, train, and support substitute teachers, paraprofessionals, and other school support staff while helping job seekers find flexible, meaningful careers that make a difference in their communities.

Two Paths, One Purpose: Student Success

Job Opportunities

Find flexible, meaningful opportunities in schools with the training, support, and resources you need to succeed.

From daily, long-term, and building-based substitutes to permanent school support staff, we have exciting positions available for all experience levels. When, where, and how often you work is completely up to you!

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School District Solutions

Build a dependable school talent pool with customized solutions for substitute teachers, paraprofessionals, and support staff.

With more than 26 years of experience in education, ESS helps school districts manage the full employee lifecycle – from recruiting and credentialing to hiring, training, support, and retention.

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Experience That Makes a Difference

At ESS, student success is our top priority. Our highly qualified and passionate educators receive the ongoing training and support needed to be effective in their roles. Meanwhile, your District receives dedicated and localized customer service that focuses on optimizing our program for your schools.

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1,200+

Districts Nationwide

8,500,000

Students Served Daily

100,000

Employees

Trusted by Districts Across the Country

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Trusted by the People and Schools We Serve

Employees Districts

“I truly enjoy being employed by ESS! It has been a wonderful experience. I feel like I am making a difference in the lives of students from grades as young as Pre-K to grade 12 in high school. It provides flexibility, support, and the job is so rewarding! I am able to be a teacher, a mother to my own children, and a volunteer while being employed by ESS. I have learned so much and truly enjoy going to work each day. I am extremely grateful and thankful to ESS to have an opportunity to substitute!”

Julie Mendes, Substitute Teacher

“I am very grateful for the opportunity to work as a teacher’s assistant with ESS. I am a certified teacher who enjoys teaching and guiding children in knowledge acquisition and wisdom. I am able to utilize my teaching abilities without the stress of report cards, school meetings, lesson plans and grading of student papers. I also enjoy the convenient working hours that coincide with my child’s school schedule. I hope you consider joining ESS. You will have a remarkable experience.”

Ann Lewis, Permanent Paraprofessional

“Substitute teaching gives me a feeling of satisfaction, a feeling that in some small way I am contributing to the overall development of children and helping to prepare them for their next steps in life. It’s a very flexible, enjoyable way for me to spend some of my retirement time and to help the school fulfill its mission of providing a well rounded education for the students.”

Daniel Shields, Substitute Teacher

“This is a wonderful company to work with. The flexible schedule is so perfect if you have a second job, children, college, or like to travel. ESS has changed my life because I have realized the impact I can have on students and how amazing it is having the opportunity to sub for these amazing teachers. I have developed in many ways as a person working for this company both professionally and personally.”

Hope Abdelrehim, Substitute Teacher

“Since our partnership began in 2021, the ESS team has been responsive, collaborative, and innovative in the way that they support our District. The ESS Zone Manager model has been a game-changer. In a District as large as ours, it can be difficult for people to navigate resources to get answers to their questions or concerns. The Zone Manager model ensures schools have one point of contact for all of their substitute needs and allows them to build relationships and communicate/understand better the needs of the individual schools/student populations.”

Nicole Brennan, Human Resources Director, School District of Philadelphia

“ESS has become a valuable part of not only our school district but also our community as they have embraced many of our community events while recruiting for more substitutes. Their efforts have paid off as the number of substitutes we have working with us has significantly increased. The staff working with Putnam is always available for support and provides regular visits to each of our schools to ensure everything is going smoothly which helps in forming positive relationships. They are more than simply a voice on a phone or a data person behind a computer screen – this team is part of us. We are proud to partner with ESS as they strive daily to join us as we shape the future!”

Tonya Whitehurst, Executive Director of Human Resources, Putnam County School District

“We recently transitioned to ESS from another service and were pleasantly surprised at how easy the transition was. Management staff met with us multiple times and made sure that the process was easy for our substitutes, our teachers and our support staff. Since we have started with ESS, there has been a strong presence and investment in our district that has built our confidence in their services. While there are still some times that we have been without substitutes, we have more subs on our list than ever before and ESS is working every day to ensure that things are better than the day before. We are certainly glad that we made the call to ESS.”

Amanda Hetrick, Superintendent, Forest Area School District

“In my role as the Human Resources Business Partner for the North Little Rock School District, I’ve had the distinct pleasure of collaborating with ESS. ESS stands out for their professionalism and efficiency, consistently providing our district with exemplary services. Their ability to handle staffing requirements efficiently, even at short notice, has been remarkable. The caliber of substitute teachers and staff they furnish is invariably high, playing a critical role in maintaining uninterrupted, effective educational services. Their unwavering commitment to quality and efficiency has been a major asset to our district.”

Sonya Strickland, Human Resources Service Partner, North Little Rock School District

Frequently Asked Questions

What does ESS do?

ESS partners with K–12 school districts to recruit, hire, train, and support talented substitute teachers, paraprofessionals, and school support staff. We help schools build dependable workforces while connecting education professionals with meaningful, flexible opportunities, supported by innovative technology and personalized service.

Where does ESS operate?

ESS partners with hundreds of school districts across the United States. Click here to view a map of our locations. We're always working to expand our services to new districts and states!

What positions does ESS hire for?

ESS hires substitute teachers, paraprofessionals, clerical professionals, food service employees, custodians, and other school support staff. We have daily, long-term, and building-based substitute opportunities, as well as permanent roles. Available positions vary by location.

Do I need teaching experience to work for ESS?

ESS has positions to match every level of education and experience. Many ESS positions, including substitute teaching opportunities in some states and districts, do not require prior teaching experience. Requirements vary by state and school district, and ESS provides training and support to help employees succeed.

Please visit our Job Types and Requirements page to learn more about the qualifications in your area.

Why do school districts choose ESS?

School districts choose ESS for our extensive K-12 experience, personalized service, nationwide recruiting resources, and comprehensive support. Working with districts of all sizes across diverse communities, ESS develops solutions around each district’s unique needs. We manage critical workforce responsibilities – helping school leaders reduce administrative demands and stay focused on student success.

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