Emergency Certificated Substitute Teacher

• As a substitute, you will earn $200 per 7.5-hour day. (Half days and early release days are paid at a prorated rate.)
• We require that you possess a BA or BS degree in order to apply.
• You will be required to have a fingerprint/background check that costs $96.10 unless you have a current one from a Washington school district.
• Part of the process will require you to obtain your Emergency Substitute Teaching Certificate. This process will be completed online and will cost you $63.

The classroom teacher will work collaboratively with other building staff members to develop and motivate each student toward an awareness and understanding of the subject matter and/or skills needed to develop into mature, well-rounded, responsible young adults.

The teacher will establish positive rapport with students and will encourage them to develop skills, attitudes, and knowledge needed for future success.

• Provide an optimum learning environment for all students
• Participate in, contribute to, and be supportive of group decisions and efforts
• Collaborate with staff and work in teams to provide instruction to students
• Employ a systematic instructional process designed to meet the needs of students in the classroom
• Engage in purposeful, deliberate planning for instruction
• Follow District and State guidelines for essential learning and instructional strategies
• Work cooperatively with administration and staff in problem-solving and group process activities
• Model lifelong learning, positive self-esteem, and respect for others
• Set and maintain high personal, professional, and instructional standards for self and students
• Adhere to Washington Code of Professional Conduct
• Perform other related duties as required or requested

We want our instructors to be:

• Committed to the concept that all students can learn
• Committed to continuous progress and developmentally appropriate practices
• Open-minded and flexible
• Willing to change and grow
• Skilled in relating well to students, parents, staff, and community
• Well-versed in subject matter content
• Sensitive to and skilled in working with a diverse population

• Bachelor's degree
• Genuine desire to work with all students
• Evidence of successful experience in working as instructor or specialist, with students at appropriate grade level and in subject area
• Strong classroom management skills
• Endorsement in or major or minor in the specific discipline
• Knowledge of child growth and development needs