Flexible Site Substitute - Secondary

Gilbertschools; Mesa (AZ); Hybrid; USD 31,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Gilbertschools is seeking a flexible Substitute Teacher at Desert Ridge Junior High to cover classes, implement provided lesson plans, and maintain classroom routines while the regular teacher is absent.

This 9-month exempt position requires an Arizona Teaching Certificate or Arizona Substitute Certificate, fingerprint clearance, and a willingness to become AZDHS licensed. You will report to the campus administrator and support students throughout the school day.

Qualifications

• Arizona teaching certificate required.
• Experience as a K-12 substitute teacher preferred.
• Willing to obtain AZDHS license if not already held.

Responsibilities

• Teach lessons as outlined by the absent teacher.
• Maintain routines and procedures of the classroom.
• Be present for the full school day and supervise students.
• Collaborate with the principal, administrator, or substitute coordinator as needed.
• Cover assigned classes and responsibilities at the home campus.

Skills

Classroom management

Lesson planning

Student engagement

Flexible scheduling

Education

Arizona Teaching Certificate

Job description

• Position Type:
  Substitute Teacher/ Flexible Site Substitute
• Date Posted:
  8/18/2026
• Location:
  Desert Ridge Junior High
• Date Available:
  08/24/2026
• Closing Date:
  10/19/2026

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.

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