Full-Time Substitute Teacher

District-Wide; Urbandale (IA); On-site; USD 18,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Urbandale Community School District is seeking a Full-Time Substitute Teacher to provide consistent, quality instructional support across classrooms. The role emphasizes personalized learning and adherence to district expectations.

Immediate starting date and ongoing opportunities for professional growth are highlighted. Qualified candidates will hold a Bachelor’s Degree or BOEE-approved alternative and possess appropriate licensure.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated effective instruction aligned with district benchmarks.
• Knowledge of best teaching practices.
• Understanding developmental characteristics of students.
• Ability to build relationships with stakeholders.
• Knowledge of the Iowa Teaching Standards.
• Knowledge of special education and section 504.
• Knowledge of Federal Rights and Privacy Act and other civil rights regulations.
• Ability to organize and communicate clearly.

Responsibilities

• Implement Iowa Teaching Standards in UCSD classrooms.
• Enhance academic performance in the classroom.
• Demonstrate content knowledge for substitute teaching.
• Use strategies to meet diverse learning needs.
• Monitor learning and manage the classroom effectively.
• Maintain a reliable attendance record.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Effective instruction

Best teaching practices

Developmental knowledge

Stakeholder relations

Iowa Teaching Standards

Special education/504

FERPA/regulations

Organization/communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or BOEE alternative

Job description

Full-Time Substitute Teacher

Urbandale Community School District District-Wide - Urbandale, Iowa Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5891356

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 18, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

JOB TITLE - Full-Time Substitute Teacher

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION - Provide personalized learning that supports each student in achieving their potential. Engages in professional growth and fulfills professional responsibilities.The ideal candidate will be responsible, regularly available, and eager to substitute teach in the classroom.

Please review the UCSD Actions of Excellence to gain an understanding of the expectations for UCSD employees.

QUALIFICATIONS - (Skills, Knowledge, Abilities, Education, Certification/Licensure, Experience, Equipment)

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

• Demonstrated application of effective instruction, meeting student needs relative to district benchmarks and standards.
• Knowledge of "best practice" in teaching.
• Knowledge of the developmental characteristics of students at the designated grade level.
• Ability to build effective relationships with stakeholders.
• Knowledge of the Iowa Teaching Standards.
• Knowledge of special education and section 504.
• Knowledge of Federal Rights and Privacy Act and other civil rights regulations.
• Ability to organize and think clearly while communicating, organizing, and evaluating.

Education

• Earned Bachelor’s Degree or Board of Educational Examiners approved alternative.

Certification/Licensure

• Appropriate BOEE licensure.

Experience

• Experience teaching preferred.

Equipment

• Office equipment such as computers, two-way radios, multi-line phone system, cell phone, copier, and fax machines.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES -

The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Demonstrates effective implementation of the eight Iowa Teaching Standards and 42 criteria as a substitute in UCSD classrooms.
• Demonstrates the ability to enhance academic performance in the classroom.
• Demonstrates competence in content knowledge appropriate to the substitute teaching position.
• Uses strategies to deliver instruction that meets the multiple learning needs of students.
• Uses a variety of methods to monitor student learning and demonstrates competence in classroom management.
• Maintains a reliable attendance record.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISION OF OTHERS -

• None

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS -

• Repetitious bending, lifting, and hand movement.
• Ability to work while standing, moving and/or walking.
• Drug, tobacco, and alcohol-free while working.
• Must be able to see and hear within normal limits with or without corrective lenses or hearing aids.
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle used to travel between sites.

WORKING CONDITIONS -

• Majority of work is performed in an office or school setting.
• Occasional meetings outside the school day.
• Occasional exposure to body fluids, fumes, noise, and hazardous materials and emergency situations.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT -

• At-Will Employee
• Letter of Assignment
• Per Board Policiesand administrative guidelines.
• Performance evaluated annually

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Categories:

Substitute > Substitute

Substitute > Substitute: Teachers

Equal Opportunity Employer

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Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Kate Johnson
• 11152 Aurora Ave
• Urbandale, Iowa 50322
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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