26/27 Substitute Teacher
Mercer Island School District 400 All Locations – Mercer Island, Washington. Open in Google Maps.
Job Details
Job ID: 5721085
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: May 18, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: To Be Determined
Job Description
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
Job Requirements
- Citizenship, residency or work visa required.
Contact Information
- Sherrie McLaughlin, Sub Coordinator
- Email: sherrie.mclaughlin@mercerislandschools.org