When is Substitute Educators Day in 2026?

In 2026, Substitute Educators Day is Friday, November 20, 2026.

When is Substitute Educators Day in 2027?

In 2027, Substitute Educators Day is Friday, November 19, 2027.

Who does Substitute Educators Day honor?

Substitute Educators Day honors substitute teachers. It comes around every year: Friday of American Education Week.

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Substitute Educators Day

Friday, November 20, 2026

Honors substitute teachers. Every year: Friday of American Education Week.

Storybook illustration for Substitute Educators Day

Make an illustrated story about their work, starring your family, and send it on the day.

Make a story about an elementary school teacher

Ways to celebrate with your kids

1
Write a note telling a teacher one thing you learned from them.
2
Draw your favorite moment at school and bring it in.
3
Read a story about what teachers do after the bell rings.

Thank-you wall

Leave a note for substitute teachers. Notes are public, so anyone can read them.

No notes yet. Be the first to say thank you.

Story ideas for this work

Elementary School Teacher Middle School Teacher High School Teacher Special Education Teacher

Questions

When is Substitute Educators Day in 2026?: In 2026, Substitute Educators Day is Friday, November 20, 2026.
When is Substitute Educators Day in 2027?: In 2027, Substitute Educators Day is Friday, November 19, 2027.
Who does Substitute Educators Day honor?: Substitute Educators Day honors substitute teachers. It comes around every year: Friday of American Education Week.

Most of these days are set by professional associations, not by law. Dates follow each organizer's usual rule, and a few move in some years, so check with the organizer before planning something big.