Substitute Teacher

Substitute Teacher

Vancouver Public Schools District Wide - Vancouver, Washington

• Job : 5798626
• Final date to receive applications: Jun 11, 2027 5:00 PM (Pacific Standard Time)
• Re-Posted: Jul 15, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date: Immediately

Effective  school year. At-will employment. Posting period:
Open roster. Full Day - 7 hours;
Half Day - 4 hours. Fair Labor Standards Act Status:
Non-exempt.

The district conducts confidential reference checks and requires a criminal background investigation as part of the selection process. Résumés should include education, relevant experience (including current position), and skills that highlight the qualifications of the position. All district employees are encouraged to review their personnel file periodically to ensure it contains current and relevant documentation related to qualifications described in job postings.

• Valid Washington State teaching certificate appropriate for the assignment
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution of higher learning;
  Master’s degree preferred
• Successful teaching experience across all grade levels (preferred)
• Experience teaching diverse populations (preferred)
• Willingness to assist a teaching team in implementing an interdisciplinary instructional program
• Familiarity with a wide variety of teaching techniques to maximize student learning
• Ability to work in a collaborative environment focused on improving student learning
• Willingness to collaborate with the assigned Professional Learning Community, if requested
• Professional teamwork, represents the best interests of the school, and accepts faculty responsibilities if requested
• Ability to model emotional stability, courtesy, and professional appearance
• Ability to work in a semi-open or self-contained classroom
• Knowledge of or experience with a variety of teaching strategies (e.g., cooperative learning, integrated curriculum, whole language)
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and collaboration skills
• Ability to work cooperatively with students and parents from diverse cultural, racial, and linguistic backgrounds
• Advanced ability to use technology for communication, planning, and instruction
• Willingness to participate in professional development aligned with school and district initiatives

• Teaches assigned content with a high level of skill, possibly across a combination of grade-level classrooms
• Meets students’ individual needs at their instructional level and makes modifications as necessary
• Integrates technology into learning
• Engages students in a learning-centered environment and supports student learning
• Works with an educational team, possibly directing para educators
• Uses Professional Learning Community processes to improve instruction, learning, and assessment, if requested
• Maintains effective, positive classroom management and a safe environment
• Handles discipline in a positive manner
• Engages students in using technology in individual and collaborative activities
• Works in a flexible and cooperative manner
• Treats colleagues, supervisors, students, and parents with dignity and respect
• Serves as a positive role model for students
• Maintains regular and punctual attendance and hours of operation as set by the assigned building/location
• Supervision of students
• Other duties as assigned

SOC Code: 253031

Benefits/Compensation:

• Regular Rate: $28.00 (hourly);
  Enhanced Rate: $30.95 (hourly) (Must work 25 full days in a semester and will receive the enhanced rate the following semester).
• Benefits: Employees who work at least 630 hours may be eligible for health, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, life, and disability insurance benefits.
• Time Off: Sick leave accrual of 1 hour per 40 hours worked.

Such alternatives to the above requirements and desirable qualifications may be made as the district finds appropriate and acceptable.

Position Type: Day Shift

Salary: $28 to $30.95 Hourly

Job Categories: Classroom Teacher >
Elementary

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