Long Term Substitute Teacher

Applications will be accepted beginning
Wednesday, August 19, 2026 12:00 AM
(Pacific Standard Time)

Job Description

LONG TERM SUBSTITUTE TEACHER (September 21 - October 21, 2026)

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be at mimimum, 21 years of age
• Current Washington Teaching Certificate;
  Residency, Continuing, Professional OR
• Currently enrolled in a Washington State Approved Teacher Preparation or Alternative Route Program
• Ability to lead and instruct students of all ages
• Ability to adapt plans to specific classrooms
• General knowledge of several subjects
• Evidence of successful experience in working with students
• Flexibility and critical-thinking skills

POSITION INFORMATION:

• September 21, 2026 - October 21, 2026
• Salary per QVSD Salary Schedule, Step A0

JOB DESCRIPTION

SUBSTITUTE TEACHER

Purpose Statement

The job of Substitute Teacher was established for the purpose/s of providing support to the instructional process by serving as asubstitute teacher with specific responsibility in supporting and encouraging student success in academics; delivering group and/or individual student instruction based on lesson plans provided by the regular teacher; supervising students within the classroom and other assigned areas; and collaborating with other teachers, other professional staff, and administrators in addressing instructional and/or classroom issues.

This job reports to Principal

Essential Functions

• Maintains and respects confidentiality of student and school personnel information;
• Follow lesson plans provided by the regular classroom teacher to create a cohesive and consistent learning experience for students.
• Manage the classroom effectively to encourage student partipation, minimize distractions and maintain a positive learning environment.
• Adapt teaching methods to fit the needs of each individual student.
• Supervise students in and out of the classroom, including in the halls.

Other Functions

• Performs other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.

Job Requirements:
Minimum Qualifications

SKILLS are required to perform multiple, highly complex, technical tasks with a need to routinely upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skill-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: applying assessment instruments; operating standard office equipment including using pertinent software applications; and preparing and maintaining accurate records.

KNOWLEDGE is required to perform advanced math; read technical information, compose a variety of documents, and/or facilitate group discussions; and analyze situations to define issues and draw conclusions. Specific knowledge-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: appropriate codes, policies, regulations and/or laws; age appropriate activities; lesson plan requirements; stages of child development; and behavioral management strategies.

ABILITY is required to schedule a number of activities, meetings, and/or events; often gather, collate, and/or classify data; and consider a number of factors when using equipment. Flexibility is required to work with others in a wide variety of circumstances; work with data utilizing defined but different processes; and operate equipment using a variety of standardized methods. Ability is also required to work with a diversity of individuals and/or groups;

work with data of varied types and/or purposes; and utilize a variety of job-related equipment. Problem solving is required to analyze issues and create action plans. Problem solving with data frequently requires independent interpretation of guidelines; and problem solving with equipment is…