Long-Term Substitute - Grade 3

Job Summary

Long‑Term Substitute – Grade 3 at Deer Creek Elementary School. The substitute covers the absence of the classroom educator and delivers instruction, manages classroom activities and behaviors, and supports student learning.

• Location: Deer Creek Elementary School
• Department: Curriculum & Instruction
• Reports To: Building Principal
• Term: Approx. March 27, 2026 – remainder of the school year
• Schedule: M‑F full‑time following academic hours
• Salary: Daily rate $228.99; $130 bonus after 10 full‑time substitute days (not required consecutively)

• Develop positive relationships with learners and staff
• Engage with district staff in the professional learning community
• Communicate instructional purpose, procedures, and routines clearly
• Deliver direct instruction, guided practice, and independent practice
• Use questioning and discussion to promote critical thinking
• Empower learners as critical thinkers and ethical users of information
• Resolve controversy and conflict respectfully
• Collaborate with team members to enhance learning experiences
• Provide creative, authentic assessments aligned to standards and learning targets
• Maintain composure under stress and proactively address learning gaps
• Manage planning, instruction, and grading of elementary content
• Implement district curriculum, behavioral plans, and standards
• Create a safe, equitable classroom environment
• Maintain records of learner progress according to district protocol

• North Dakota Substitute Teaching License required
• North Dakota Teaching License preferred
• Prior teaching experience preferred, especially in an elementary setting
• Ability to read, write, and comprehend simple English instructions
• Effective verbal communication skills
• Confidentiality, discretion, and good judgment
• Regular and punctual attendance required

• Reach with hands and arms regularly
• Stand, walk, bend, talk, and hear frequently
  
  Vision: close and peripheral
• Lift up to ~30 pounds as needed
• Work with public and staff while managing competing demands
• Potential rare contact with blood borne pathogens
• Noise level ranging from quiet to loud

The West Fargo Public School District is committed to maintaining a learning and working environment free from discrimination and harassment. The District prohibits discrimination and harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, disability, age, or other protected status by law. External applicants are eligible for ND Veteran’s Preference. West Fargo Public Schools is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusivity in all hiring and employment practices.

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