Core Substitute Teacher - Elementary Focus

Young World Physical Education; Millwood (WA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Sick leave

Job summary

West Valley School District is hiring Core Substitute Teachers with an Elementary Focus. These substitutes are assigned primarily to elementary or secondary grade bands and may be reassigned to support district-wide coverage.

Substitutes work on a daily basis, with a guaranteed schedule on student learning days. The role requires strong classroom management, adaptability, and collaboration with diverse student populations across multiple sites.

Qualifications

• Valid Washington State teaching certificate required.
• Must be able to obtain fingerprint clearance and pass safety checks.
• Experience supporting elementary students preferred.
• Ability to adapt to district-wide substitute staffing needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction aligned to district content standards and lesson plans.
• Maintain a safe, positive classroom environment with effective behavior management.
• Deliver engaging lessons and monitor student progress.
• Supervise students during the school day and transitions.
• Maintain accurate student records as required.
• Follow district-provided curriculum and resources.

Skills

Adaptable

Strong classroom management

Collaborative

Diverse student populations

Effective communication

Education

Valid Washington State teaching certificate

Job description

Core Substitute Teacher - Elementary Focus

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This job is also posted in West Valley School District (Spokane) #363

Job Details

Job ID: 5880198

Application Deadline: Aug 18, 2026 3:00 PM (Pacific Standard Time)

Posted: Aug 11, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

West Valley School District is seeking adaptable, dependable, and collaborative individuals to join our team as Core Substitute Teachers. Core Subs are assigned primarily to either the elementary or secondary grade band, and may be reassigned as needed to support district-wide coverage. This role requires a high degree of flexibility, strong classroom management skills, and the ability to work effectively with diverse student populations across various school sites.

Position Title Core SubstituteTeacher - Elementary Focus

LOCATION District Wide

PAYRATE

• $175 per day (7 hours per day, including a 30-minute unpaid duty-free lunch)
• Guaranteed daily work on student learning days during the school year

BENEFITS

Core substitute teachers are committing to work daily during the school year and will be benefit-eligible on the first day of the month following their start date.

SUMMARY

Under the direction and supervision of the building principal or designee, this position serves as a substitute for District teachers by educating students in the assigned grade level or subject area. Each Core Substitute Teacher will generally be assigned to a designated school level (Elementary or Secondary) and may be assigned to other grade levels based on District-wide substitute staffing needs.

When a substitute teaching assignment is not available, Core Substitute Teachers will be guaranteed work and assigned to a District school site on a rotating basis. During these assignments, Core Substitute Teachers will provide additional support as directed by the building principal or designee.

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide clear and intentional focus on subject matter content and curriculum using established content standards and available resources and technology.
• Use effective teaching practices by helping students effectively interact with new knowledge, practice and deepen knowledge, and engage in cognitively complex tasks.
• Use effective teaching practices including asking questions of students, probing incorrect answers of students, and noticing when students are not engaged.
• Foster and manage a safe, positive learning environment. Be responsible for constructive classroom management and environment.
• Follow lesson plans and instructional materials as provided.
• Translate lesson plans into learning experiences and efficiently utilize the available time for instruction.
• Supervises students both in and outside of the classroom during the assigned working day.
• Maintain appropriate student records.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Valid Washington State teaching certificate, no later than the first day of substitute teaching, with appropriate endorsements as required by law and regulations.
• Valid Washington State driver’s license or evidence of mobility.
• Successful Washington State Patrol and Federal Bureau of Investigation Fingerprint Clearance.
• I-9 for verification of identity and employment eligibility for work in the United State
• Completion of all district-required training within thirty (30) calendar days from the hire date.

KNOWLEDGE & SKILL REQUIREMENTS

• Demonstrate value and respect for all, including typically underserved students.
• Demonstrate mature behavior and ability to use sound judgment in working with students, parents, staff, and the community.
• Relate positively to students and parents/guardians of varying socioeconomic, cultural, ethnic backgrounds, different learning styles, and various abilities and disabilities.
• Demonstrate excellent written and oral communication skills with students, staff, administrators, and parents/guardians.
• Training and/or experience with technology integrating technology into planning, teaching and learning, and record-keeping skills.

IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR Human Resources

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

Substitute positions are employed as on-call positions and paid for hours worked.

Verification of identity and United States work authorizationmust becompleted before employment commences. The successful candidate for thispositionmust complete a fingerprinted background check with the Washington State Patrol and the Federal Bureau of Investigation. Employment is contingent upon clearance of the background check.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

HEALTHCARE BENEFITS -Employees who meet the eligibility criteria outlined in Chapter 182-31WAChave access to medical, dental, vision, supplemental life, and supplemental disability insurance through the School Employee Benefit Board (SEBB).

SICK LEAVE -Substitute employees receive sick leave perRCW49.46.210.

West Valley School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following employeeshave been designatedto handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Title IX and Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator: Sabre Dahl, 2805 N Argonne Rd., Spokane Valley WA 99212, Phone: [phone],[e-mail] .Section 504 Coordinator, Dan Andrews,2805 N Argonne Rd., Spokane Valley WA 99212, Phone: [phone],[e-mail] .

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $175 to $175 Per Day

Job Categories:

Substitute > Substitute

Substitute > Substitute: Teachers

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Libby Malek , HR Generalist
• Substitute
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]