substitute teacher

noun

US
: a teacher who teaches a class when the usual teacher is not available

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Set in the fictional Arlen, Texas, King of the Hill followed the life of Hank Hill, an enthusiastic seller of propane and propane accessories; his wife, Peggy, local Boggle champ and substitute teacher; and their son, Bobby, who defied any expectation his father had for a son. Katie Campione, Deadline, 18 Apr. 2025 White wrote and co-stars in director Richard Linklater’s comedy that features Jack Black as Dewey Finn, an aimless musician turned substitute teacher at a tony elementary school who convinces students to form a band. Ryan Gajewski, HollywoodReporter, 6 Apr. 2025 Rodriguez is a podiatrist and former substitute teacher who was elected to the seat in 2022 following the resignation of her predecessor. Lina Ruiz, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 4 Apr. 2025 Donna taught in Hopkins and later was a substitute teacher in Hutchinson. Contributed Content, Twin Cities, 6 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for substitute teacher

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