Flexible Site Substitute - Elementary

Applitrack; United States; Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Gilbert Unified School District in Arizona is seeking a Substitute Teacher (K-12) to cover classes as assigned, following the absent teacher's lesson plans and district policies. The role requires flexibility, reliability, and adherence to school routines.

Certification notes include Arizona substitute or standard professional teaching certificates, with a Level One IVP fingerprint clearance and potential licensure steps. This is a 9-month exempt position under the 1.0 FTE framework.

Qualifications

• Elementary and secondary teaching experience desired, but not required.
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited educational institution.
• Valid Arizona Substitute Certificate or Standard Professional Teacher Certificate.

Responsibilities

• Reports to the building principal, school administrator, or substitute coordinator.
• Teaches lesson plans as outlined by the absent teacher.
• Maintains routines and classroom procedures, covers any assigned duties.
• Ensures safety of students and school property.
• Maintains accurate records as required by policy and law.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

• Position Type: Substitute Teacher/ Flexible Site Substitute
• Date Posted: 9/23/2026
• Date Available: 09/24/2026
• Closing Date: 11/23/2026

Months Contracted: 9 Month (Exempt)

Job Grade: Substitute

Annual Rate: $34,870.89

Full Time Equivalency: 1.0 FTE

Certification Notes: Upon employment, an applicant must be appropriately Arizona certified with an Arizona Teaching Certificate or Arizona Substitute Certificate.

Fingerprint Clearance Card: Must have a Level One IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card prior to processing. Please follow these steps: Step One Step Two

Applicant must be willing to become AzDHS licensed

Flexible Site Substitute

Purpose Statement

The job of Substitute Teacher (K-12) is done for the purpose/s of assuming the normal duties of the classroom teacher.

Essential Functions

• Reports to the building principal, school administrative assistant, or substitute coordinator upon arrival at the school
• Maintains as fully as possible the established routines and procedures of the school and classroom to which assigned
• Teaches lesson plan as outlined by absent teacher
• Performs all extra duties for the absent teacher as required by the building principal
• Meets and instructs assigned classes in the locations and at the times designated
• Plans a program of study that, as much as possible, meets the individual needs, interest, and abilities of the students
• Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students
• Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities
• Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulation, pertaining to students
• Remains at school during the entire school day
• Adheres to professional code of conduct
• Maintains regular attendance and punctuality
• Demonstrates knowledge and incorporates technology in daily tasks, as required
• Maintains a professional appearance as an example for students
• Flexible site subs report to the school administrative assistant or substitute coordinator at their assigned home-based campus every morning.
• Will cover any teacher's assignment, grade level, subject or any other miscellaneous duties the campus may require.
• Reports to any campus, grade level, subject, or performs miscellaneous duties as needed and directed by OTM.
• During the prep time of the teacher (whose absence they are covering), sub fills in for other teachers or performs other duties as assigned.
• Adheres to the set classroom rules for each unique classroom that they work in.
• Assists the administration in implementing all policies and rules governing the development of proper student behavior.
• Promotes and follows the adopted school district philosophy, policies, regulations, and administrative procedures.

Other Functions

• Assists other personnel for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities.

Job Requirements

Mental Requirements

Learning Development- Level E Knowledge in a recognized professional field or technological discipline sufficient to command various principles, facts, and practical applications. Learning development is obtained by the completion of a college curriculum resulting in a bachelor's degree in a specialized field; advanced mathematics, very advanced language development, proficient understanding of practical systems.

Problem Solving - Level 2 Work situations require consideration and interpretation of circumstances or information to choose the most effective responses. Solutions may be somewhat technical, yet are relatively straightforward, obvious and well-defined once problems are understood. Responses come from the realm of prior learning and experiences.

Physical Requirements

Physical Skill - Level A Basic level of learned physical skill is required. No special coordination beyond that used for normal mobility and handling of everyday objects and materials is needed to perform the job satisfactorily.

Physical Effort - Level 1 Minimal physical exertion is required. Most job time is spent sitting with occasional walking. Occasional lifting, guiding, and carrying of lightweight materials or equipment.

Social Requirements

Human Relations Skill- Level B Job requires patience in communication and well-developed verbal skills to exchange technical or complex information with individuals or small, informal groups. skills in establishing harmonious relationships and gaining cooperation are important.

Scope of Contacts - Level 1 The important job contacts are with peers in the immediate work group and immediate supervisor. Occasional contact with individuals outside the organization may occur.

Work Environment

Performance Environment - Level A Changes in environments, work pressure, disturbances of work flow, and irregularities in work schedule are infrequent.

Physical Working Conditions - Level 1 Generally good working conditions. Little or no exposure to extremes in noise, temperature, etc. little or no exposure to safety or health hazards.

Accountability

Level of Accountability -Level B Responsible for producing journey-level work output on an independent basis subject to supervisory direction and review.

Organizational Impact - Level 3 Work results, decisions, and approvals impact the overall design of internal systems, programs, and/or research; the status of others; and/or critical aspects of the final product or service in terms of quantity or quality.

Experience, Education, and Certifications

Experience: Elementary and secondary teaching experience desired, but not required.

Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited educational institution.

Certifications/Clearances: Valid Arizona Substitute Certificate or Standard Professional Teacher Certificate. Must possess a valid Arizona DPS Level One IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card while employed.

Compensation Details

FLSA Status: Exempt

Pay Schedule: Substitute

Work Calendar: Teacher

Non Discrimination Statement

Gilbert Unified School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ethnicity, sexual orientation, sex, (including pregnancy and other related conditions), gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, age (over 40), parental status, or disability in admission to its programs, services, or activities, in access to them, in treatment of individuals, or in any aspect of their operations. The District provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups pursuant to the Boy Scouts of America Equal Access Act. The lack of English language skills shall not be a barrier to admission or participation in the District's activities and programs. The Gilbert Unified School District also does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices.
This notice is provided as required by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.
Inquiries about Title IX may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, the U.S. Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights or both. The nondiscrimination policy and grievance procedures are located on the Gilbert Public Schools website.