Saving the day for California schools
Over one million teacher absences filled since 1987.
We connect dedicated teachers with every kind of K-12 school in California.
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Schools
We’ve Got Your Back
Partnering with TOR means you've got support – whenever your teacher calls in sick, takes a leave or resigns.
Place your order anytime by app, phone or online – and we’ll take care of the rest.
Register your school today for free.
No obligation, no upfront cost, no subscription.
Why Choose TOR for Your School?
We recruit, screen, hire, train, schedule, pay, manage and insure our teachers for Worker’s Comp, Unemployment & Liability so you don’t have to.
- We INVENTED the private California sub pool
- We’ve got the largest pool of subs in California
- Over 1,000,000 substitute teaching days filled since 1987
- Thorough vetting & live interview
- Reference checks, DOJ & FBI Livescans
- TB Testing & State-mandated training
Our Clients Say...
"Teachers On Reserve is a dependable resource that helps schools maintain consistent academic learning by providing compassionate and well-prepared substitute teachers to fill in during teacher absences."
Sandra C.
"We have formed a long and valued relationship with Teachers On Reserve and are happy with their support of our program. They work diligently with us to send substitute teachers that best fit our needs for short and long-term requests. They are responsive, communicative, and reliable."
Beth W.
"Teachers On Reserve is a reliable agency for both long and short-term substitute needs. The administrative team is responsive to our requests, and we have a great group of substitutes that we often ask to return. I recommend them for schools seeking dependable substitute support.”
Beth H.
Teachers
We actively recruit dedicated teachers from diverse backgrounds. Always have – always will.
Let’s get you in the classroom! Click here to begin your application.
Welcome to a whole new class of schools.
We’re not your average district sub pool – we save the day for private, independent and charter schools in California.
We’ll help you prepare and place you on assignments that match your strengths. We’ll pay you for saving the day and give you training bonuses that will boost your classroom success.
Our Teachers Say...
"Teachers On Reserve operates like a well-oiled machine! I’ve experienced lovely Support Team personalities alerting us to job opportunities, helping if I have trouble navigating, and listening to feedback about different schools. I find the schools very happy to have us. Altogether, the best of the best!"
Pat D.
"I’ve been with TOR for over 20 years. It’s the perfect career for me as a mother as sometimes my kids have to come first. The staff is hands down amazing – always professional, courteous, and working efficiently to pair me with good matches based on my experience and location. TOR staff members reached out during a serious illness and helped me return to teaching at my own pace. I can't say enough about TOR. It is truly a fantastic find that I'm so grateful for."
Elizabeth C.
"I've been with TOR for years and have nothing but positive things to say. They’re really accommodating and send me assignments in my chosen areas. I have built so many relationships with school staff and students across the years. I highly recommend teachers to work with TOR. They’ll have a positive experience with the schools and the TOR staff."
Lisette T.
TOR also offers:
- Weekly direct deposit
- Flexible scheduling
- Paid sick leave
- 401k Plan
- Permanent placement options
Teacher Requirements
- BA or higher
- References
- TB & fingerprint clearance
- Being an ethical person who likes students
