Create your teaching lifestyle

Whether you’re building a long-term career or seeking a rewarding side gig, Scoot can help! Discover assignments that fit your skills, experience, and interests.

From teaching opportunities to roles in front office administration, clerical work, test proctoring, and supervision, your ideal assignment awaits, and we’ll help you find it.

Let us know when you want to work

As a Scoot educator, you’re in control. Choose when and where you work—whether it’s a single day, a week, or longer assignments. No rigid schedules, no waiting around. Just teaching on your terms.

Upskill with microcredentials

Advance your career while you teach. Access bite-sized learning modules and microcredentials that strengthen your skills in classroom management, social-emotional learning, and more. Build your resume and open doors to new opportunities.

Go full-time with TeachStart

Ready to transition into a permanent role? TeachStart helps you move from substitute teaching to full-time positions with personalized guidance, training, and school connections. Start strong and become the teacher you’ve always wanted to be.

Join TeachStart

Educators love our hands-on support

“I felt welcomed.”

Meet Keyon, a professional dancer and aspiring school counselor.

He valued the flexibility and support that Scoot gave him so he can constantly learn and find joy in positively impacting students.

Meet other educators like you

Teach a little or a lot, accept the assignments you want, and get support when you need it.

Our flexibility has been perfect for people like college grads seeking a part-time job and recent retirees looking to give back to the community.

Subs like you
Meet Clemmie
Preschool substitute educator

Preschool substitute educator

  • Excels at building fun lesson plans for preschool
  • Former Occupational Therapist at a children’s hospital
Meet Tess
Substitute educator

Substitute educator

  • Transitioning to a full-time career in education
  • Part-time wedding planner
Meet Annie
TeachStart Fellow

TeachStart Fellow

  • Veteran U.S. Marine Corps
  • Working toward a lead teaching credential
Meet Aurriana
Paraprofessional

Paraprofessional

Right
educator
right place
right time

Every student deserves a meaningful educational experience that helps them unlock their full potential.

Scoot was founded to make that vision a reality.

The Scoot story
Why choose Scoot

Our people-first,
tech-forward approach

Working in education is one of the most challenging and rewarding jobs you’ll ever have - we get that. That’s why we make it our priority to ensure you have the tools, support, and compensation you need to succeed in every assignment.

People

Work with a dedicated Scoot consultant who will match you with the best school assignments and be there to provide feedback and advice when you need it.

Tech

Design your work lifestyle with the Scoot2Work app. Set your own schedule with no minimum work requirements, accept assignments, and update your availability easily from your phone or computer.

Training

Advance your teaching skills, be prepared for the classroom, and access professional development courses covering topics in classroom management, special education, trauma-informed teaching, plus diversity, equity and inclusion.

We operate in multiple states

We operate in multiple states

Forming authentic relationships within the communities we operate is at the heart of what we do.

It’s how our local teams find you jobs that match your preferences, skillset, and values.

Hear from
people like you

“My experience with Scoot has been fulfilling in ways I didn’t even anticipate. My Scoot Consultant made me feel welcomed in a space that was new to me”

Keyon T. Substitute Educator
Multi grades

“They’re really good at matching you up with the opportunities that are right for you. I’m a theater person and they’ve found places where I fit in.”

Laura S. Substitute Educator
Multi grades

“I like being able to move around schools and having a consultant to contact day-to-day.”

Geo M. Substitute Educator
TeachStart Fellow

Have a question?

We’ve got you. Find fast answers in our FAQ.

Can I select what jobs I want at Scoot Education?

You won’t find a list of jobs to scroll through here—and that’s by design. At Scoot, we act as your consultant and advocate. Tell us your preferences, and our Education Consultants match you with schools that fit your schedule and goals. No endless searching, no waiting around—just teaching on your terms.

How much work can I expect?

The amount of work can depend on a range of factors such as your credentials, availability, and the demand in your area. Scoot Education partners with multiple types of schools, so there are plenty of teaching jobs year-round.

Does Scoot let you specify what schools you want to teach at?

Absolutely. When you join Scoot Education, you can share your preferences for school locations, grade levels, and teaching environments. Our consultants use this information to match you with opportunities that fit your teaching style and career goals.

And if your goals change later down the road, make sure to let your consultant know!

Is there a way I can become a full-time teacher?

If you’re hoping for consistent, full-time work and want to become a certificated teacher, consider applying to TeachStart. It’s a program that places you in full-time substitute roles while you work toward your teaching credential. You’ll earn income, gain classroom experience, and get support as you complete your certification requirements.

Apply to TeachStart

Ready to get started?

Start earning as a Scoot educator.