Substitute,Certificated Teacher Job Spokane area,Washington USA,Education / Teaching

Position: SUBSTITUTE, CERTIFICATED TEACHER

Provide direct classroom instruction for students in varying grades (Preschool - 12) and subject matter.

Key Information

Position Type: Substitute Teacher – On‑call, Half Day or Full Day.
Rate of Pay: Full Day – $180.00 / Half Day – $90.00 (Traditional Classroom);
Full Day – $190.00 / Half Day – $95.00 (Special Education Classroom).
Certificate

Required:

Washington State Teaching Certificate.
Salary

Schedule:

Available after 630 hours in current school year.

Responsibilities

Facilitate instructional programs within the prescribed curriculum to provide for individual differences.

Teach students of varying abilities.

Maintain classroom discipline and use effective classroom management skills.

Utilize and maintain district/building curricular and student learning objectives.

Follow, prepare and maintain lesson plans.

Maintain appropriate student records.

Communicate and interpret school programs to patrons.

Communicate student progress to parents as directed.

Be familiar with state essential learnings, district targets, qualifying standards, testing, etc.

Work as an effective member of the grade level, staff, and community to evaluate and improve student learning.

Half‑day assignments require a 3.5‑hour workday; full‑day assignments require a 7‑hour workday.

Fulfill other responsibilities as assigned by the building administration.

Provide fingerprint background check (requirement).

Qualifications

Qualifications for Washington State Teaching Certificate with appropriate endorsements; includes initial or provisional certificate with appropriate endorsement.

Demonstrates classroom management procedures for large and small groups and individuals.

Uses appropriate disciplinary procedures, establishes clear parameters for student behavior, responds properly, and helps students toward self‑discipline.

Communicates clearly and effectively in both written and oral form.

Shows flexibility, cooperates with others, adapts to a variety of assignments and conditions.

Enthusiastic and displays optimism toward teaching and student learning.

Assesses needs of students, prescribes and implements effective lessons to meet students' needs.

Gains respect and confidence from students, parents, and staff through modeling appropriate demeanor, behavior, and attire.

Sets and attains high expectations with a commitment to using available resources so that accomplishment and growth occur.

Develops favorable relationships with students; listens to, cares for, and works collaboratively with them.

Relates positively to youth and adults of varying socioeconomic, cultural, ethnic backgrounds, different learning styles, and various disabilities.

Demonstrates ability to learn new ideas and skills and solve problems; requires a minimum cumulative GPA of at least 2.5 unless waived.

Aware of current educational developments and applications; works collaboratively with others.

Demonstrates democratic problem‑solving processes.

Integrates technology into planning, learning, and record‑keeping activities.

Knowledge of effective teaching strategies appropriate to the age of instruction; applies them in the classroom.

Willingness to participate in professional collaboration and student supervision.

Works effectively with a diverse group of students, teachers, parents, and administrators confidentially.

Understands thoroughly the instruction/learning process.

Benefits & Compensation

Work schedule flexibility based on program and district needs.

Stipends, leave accruals, and paid holidays per the applicable collective bargaining agreement.

Benefits highlights:
Health insurance and other benefits through the SEBB program for eligible employees; multiple medical plans; vision and dental; life and AD&D at no cost; additional employee‑paid benefits such as DCAP, supplemental life and AD&D, long‑term disability, and FSA.

Employee assistance program: confidential counseling, consultation, and referral services.

Retirement:
Washington State Department of Retirement Systems public pension plan; lifetime pension plan or hybrid pension & investment plan with 5%‑15% contribution; voluntary savings programs.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Spokane Public Schools complies with all federal and state rules and regulations and does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, marital status, race, color, creed, national origin, disability, use of a guide or service animal, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, or honorable veteran status. All students and employees are provided equal access to educational programs and services.

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Substitute, Certificated Teacher