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SmartFindExpress is used to manage employee absences and coordinate the assignments of substitute teachers.

  • SmartFindExpress Automated Phone System:
    (904) 495-7178
  • District Substitute Help Desk:
    (904) 547-7636

How to Register

Step 1 - Call (904) 495-7178. Enter your SJCSD Employee ID number as the Access ID (with NO LEADING ZEROS or "e").

When the system asks for your PIN enter your Access ID again, followed by the (*)star key. Follow the phone prompts to complete registration.

Step 2 - Visit https://stjohns.sfe.powerschool.com.
Enter Access ID and new PIN number. Follow prompt enter the password you want to use online. Log in with your Access ID and new password. Verify your email address.


For the 25/26 school year, St. Johns County will no longer issue district email addresses to Guest Teachers. SmartFind Express only allows view of Guest Teacher phone numbers. If you have favorite schools or teachers, please make sure that they have your personal email address before the start of the 25/26 school year.