Substitute Teacher

26/27 Substitute Teacher

Mercer Island School District 400 All Locations – Mercer Island, Washington. Open in Google Maps.

Job

Final date to receive applications:
Posted until filled

Posted:
May 18, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date:
To Be Determined

Monday & Friday rate = $250

Tuesday‑Thursday rate = $225

Bonus:

• $500 after 30 full‑time days (225 hours)
• $250 for each 15 full‑time days after (112.50 hours)

POSITION TITLE: Substitute Teacher

QUALIFICATIONS: Valid Washington State Teaching Certificate

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Maintain a positive learning environment and respond to the individual needs of the students.
• Implement effective lessons in the absence of the regular Instructor.
• Ensure that District policies are observed during all activities.
• Create a safe classroom environment that is conducive to learning.
• Keep all children in the classroom under supervision at all times.
• Be familiar with fire exits, fire drill procedures, severe storm and tornado warning procedures. Review notes for the day, take attendance and follow the lesson plans of the teacher.
• Maintain confidentiality as defined by the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA).
• Demonstrate the ability to adapt to circumstances. Exhibit good judgment and use appropriate language or behavior while on assignment.
• Report for duty 30 minutes early and remain on duty for the entire assignment, including planning time of the teacher.

OTHER

JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Abide by state statutes, school board policies and regulations.
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Maintain accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulation.
• Leave detailed notes for the teacher on any issues experienced during the day.
• Other duties as assigned by the Principal, or the Substitute Coordinator.

Position Type: Substitute

Salary: $225 to $250 Per Day

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

• Sherrie McLaughlin, Sub Coordinator
• Email: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).