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Best Substitute Teacher Management Software in 2026

Substitute teacher management software helps schools record staff absences, find and assign substitutes, and notify people about assignments. This list is for schools and districts comparing tools for that work.

  1. 1

    SchoolFront

    by SchoolFront
    Paid AndroidiPhoneMac+2
    5.8 Pricing on request Visit site
  2. 2

    Substime

    Free plan AndroidiPhoneWeb
    5.8 Free plan · 30-day trial Visit site
  3. 3

    Schoolyi

    Paid AndroidiPhoneWeb

    Schoolyi covers academic, administrative, family, and operational workflows in a cloud deployment. Its quote-based scope and implementation approach make a walkthrough important before adoption.

    5.6 Pricing on request Visit site
  4. 4

    Spur AMS

    Free plan Web
    5.6 Free plan Visit site
  5. 5

    TimetableMaster

    Free trial AndroidAPIiPhone+4

    TimetableMaster combines timetable creation with cover planning, leave management and student course scheduling.

    5.5 Free plan Visit site
  6. 6

    TimeClock Plus

    Paid AndroidAPIiPhone+1

    TimeClock Plus combines time capture, pay-rule calculations, compliance support, leave management, costing, and reporting.

    5.4 Pricing on request Visit site
  7. 7

    Red Rover

    Paid AndroidiPhoneWeb
    4.8 Pricing on request Visit site
  8. 8

    AbsenceSoft

    Paid Web
    4.7 Pricing on request Visit site
  9. 9

    EasyConnect

    Paid AndroidiPhoneWeb
    4.7 Pricing on request Visit site
  10. 10

    EZ Substitute Management

    Paid AndroidiPhoneWeb
    4.7 Visit site
  11. 11

    Frontline Absence Management

    Paid AndroidiPhoneWeb
    4.7 Pricing on request Visit site
  12. 12

    CoverED

    Paid Web
    4.6 From 350/mo Visit site
  13. 13

    DayReady

    Paid Web
    4.6 From $4/yr · 60-day trial Visit site
  14. 14

    FillMyClass

    Paid AndroidiPhoneWeb
    4.6 From $1,500/yr Visit site
  15. 15

    CoverGrid

    Paid Web
    4.5 Pricing on request Visit site
  16. 16

    CoverMe

    Paid Web
    4.5 Pricing on request Visit site
  17. 17

    Senya

    Paid AndroidiPhoneWeb
    4.4 Visit site
  18. 18

    SmartFind Express

    Paid AndroidiPhoneWeb
    4.4 Pricing on request Visit site
  19. 19

    SubAlert

    Paid AndroidiPhoneWeb
    4.4 From $4.95/mo · 21-day trial Visit site
  20. 20

    Subbey

    Paid AndroidiPhoneWeb
    4.4 Pricing on request Visit site
  21. 21

    IRIS FasTrak

    Paid Web
    4.3 Pricing on request Visit site
  22. 22

    SchoolShuffle

    Paid Web
    4.3 14-day trial Visit site
  23. 23

    Slate

    Paid Web
    4.2 Pricing on request Visit site
  24. 24

    Tap for Teacher

    Paid AndroidiPhoneWeb
    4.2 30-day trial Visit site
  25. 25

    Tyler Absence & Substitute

    Paid AndroidiPhoneWeb
    4.2 Pricing on request Visit site

#1Places #1, #2, #3, #4, #5 on this list can be bought by the makers of the software on it. See the price

Compare free plans, trial terms, starting prices, supported platforms, and the workflow features listed here. If you need to read or change code, check the licence; before choosing, confirm platform fit and district system integration needs.

Questions

Is substitute teacher management software available with a free plan?

A free plan is offered by items in this category. Check the individual product terms to see what is included.

Can I try a substitute management tool before paying?

Trial availability varies. DayReady lists a 60-day trial; check other products for their current trial terms.

What platforms do these tools support?

Platforms listed in this category include web, Android, iOS, API, Windows, and macOS. Check the product page for the platform you need.

Which features should schools compare?

The comparison covers free plan, paid starting price, automated calling, absence entry, substitute mobile app, payroll export, assignment alerts, and district system integrations.

Do listed products show their prices publicly?

Some products list starting prices, while others say pricing is on request. Confirm current pricing with the vendor before choosing.

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