Flexible Elementary Substitute Teacher (K-5)

The Valley School; Seattle, Northern (WA, KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

The Valley School seeks a substitute teacher to join our team in Seattle. The substitute will work with a cohort of 10–20 students from PreK through 5th grade, typically during standard school hours, and may cover on a given day for up to 8 hours.

The role emphasizes flexibility, communication, and classroom management. The ideal candidate values developmental appropriateness, positive relationships with students and families, and a collaborative approach with faculty and staff.

Qualifications

• Successful experience working with elementary school-age children.
• Bachelor’s Degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee a group of approximately 10-20 students across PreK–5th Grade between 8:00am–6:00pm, Monday to Friday, as needed for that day (not to exceed 8 hours).
• Maintain developmentally appropriate practices and strong group management.
• Nurture kind and respectful relationships with children and families.
• Create an inviting, safe, and organized learning environment.

Skills

Communication skills

Flexibility

Team player

Classroom management

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

The Valley School seeks a substitute teacher to join our team in Seattle. The substitute will work with a cohort of 10–20 students from PreK through 5th grade, typically during standard school hours, and may cover on a given day for up to 8 hours.

The role emphasizes flexibility, communication, and classroom management. The ideal candidate values developmental appropriateness, positive relationships with students and families, and a collaborative approach with faculty and staff.