Substitute Teacher

Position Information

• Position Type:
  Substitute/ Substitute Teacher
• Date Posted: 9/24/2025
• Location:
  
  Cascade Public Schools

FLSA Designation:
Non-Exempt

It is the expectation of the District that each staff member will: (1) put the safety, health, and well-being of students at the forefront of all actions, job responsibilities, and decisions, and (2) undertake all duties in alignment with the District’s Strategic Plan.

Starting wage is $17.00 per hour

• Serve as a flexible, district-wide substitute, filling in wherever needed on any given day with no set schedule.
• Assume the responsibilities of certified and classified staff members in their absence, including but not limited to:
• Classroom Instruction – Deliver lessons, supervise students, manage classroom behavior, and support student learning.
• Paraprofessional/Aide Support – Assist students individually or in small groups, reinforce instruction, and provide supervision.
• Office/Clerical Support – Perform tasks such as answering phones, filing, data entry, and other general office duties.
• Food Service – Assist in the preparation, serving, and cleanup of school meals in the kitchen/cafeteria.
• Custodial Support – Assist with cleaning, sanitizing, or general maintenance tasks as directed.
• Transportation Support – Serve as a bus aide to help ensure student safety during transport.
• Maintain a safe, orderly, and positive environment in all settings.
• Communicate and collaborate with administrators, teachers, and staff to ensure continuity of operations and student support.
• Adapt quickly to varying job assignments, environments, and student/staff needs.
• Only minimum duties are listed. Other functions may be required as given or assigned.

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Prior experience working with children, in schools, or in related fields (education, childcare, food service, custodial, clerical, etc.) preferred but not required.
• Flexibility and willingness to work across multiple departments and job functions as assigned.
• Ability to quickly adapt to different tasks, supervisors, and expectations on a daily basis.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to establish positive working relationships with students, staff, and parents.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of student and staff information.
• Ability to handle stressful situations, manage time effectively, and maintain professionalism in diverse settings.
• Consistent attendance and reliability are essential.

• Associate’s degree, bachelor’s degree, or teaching certificate.
• Previous experience in classroom instruction or student supervision.

Variety of electronic and technology devices, copier, kitchen equipment, custodial tools, and other job-specific equipment as needed.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works inside (classroom, office, kitchen, buses and custodial/maintenance areas) but may be assigned to outside activities.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; occasionally walk and stand; twist at neck, bend at waist; kneel. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The employee is required to be able to hear conversations in quiet environments.

May be required to lift or move up to 20 pounds.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee rarely performs routine work. The employee frequently exercises flexibility (ability to shift from one task to another). Guidance and reinforcement are usually available. The employee frequently works within time constraints and maintains attentiveness intensity.

The physical demands, work‑environment characteristics, and mental/motor demands described within this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations shall be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

For those classified employees employed under a written contract for a specified term, nothing contained in this job description shall create a property right beyond the specified duration of the employment contract.