Long-Term Sub - Secondary Teacher - Language Arts

Indianola High School; Indianola (IA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Indianola High School in Indianola, IA seeks a dedicated long-term substitute Language Arts teacher to cover a mid-March start through the end of the 2026-27 school year. The role requires a valid Iowa teaching license and prior teaching or substitute experience, with mandatory background checks and safety training.

The candidate will join a team focused on student learning, classroom engagement, and positive behavior, with responsibilities to implement lesson plans and assess progress while

Qualifications

• Valid Iowa teaching license (Standard, Initial, Master or Substitute License) issued by BOEE.
• Experience: Prior teaching, student teaching, or substitute experience preferred.
• Clearances: Mandatory Criminal Fingerprint and Background Check; Child Abuse Mandatory Reporter Training.

Responsibilities

• Reports to work as scheduled on a regular, reliable basis for the duration of the long-term assignment.
• Meets and instructs assigned classes in designated locations and times.
• Implements existing unit/lesson plans or develops new plans aligned with curriculum.
• Maintains a classroom environment conducive to learning and maturity.
• Utilizes a variety of instructional techniques, technology, and materials for diverse learning styles.
• Establishes and maintains standard classroom management and expectations.
• Evaluates, records, and reports student progress and maintains confidential records.
• Communicates with parents, guardians, and administration regarding student progress.

Skills

Strong classroom management

Clear verbal/written communication

Adaptability

Instructional technology

Record-keeping software

Education

Valid Iowa teaching license (Standard, Initial, Master or Substitute License)

Job description

Long-Term Sub - Secondary Teacher - Language Arts

Indianola Community School District Indianola High School - Indianola, Iowa Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5915090
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Re-Posted: Sep 04, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Mar 10, 2027

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated, enthusiastic educator to join our team as a long-term substitue teacher. We're looking for someone who is passionate about supporting student learning, and maintaining a positive, engaging classroom environment. The assignment is expected to begin around mid-Marchand continue through the end of the 2026-27 school year.

INDIANOLA COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

Position Description

Position Title: Teacher,

Department: Teaching and Learning

Reports To: Principal

SUMMARY:

Temporarily assumes full classroom responsibilities for an extended period to instruct students and facilitiate learning activities aimed at promoting intellectual, social, and physical growth in the prescribed content area.

Required Qualifications

• Certifications: Valid Iowa teaching license (Standard, Initial, Master or Substitute License) issued by the Iowa Board of Educational Examiners (BOEE). Note on Substitute Authorizations: Candidates holding a BOEE Substitute Authorization may only serve up to 10 consecutive days in a 30-day period in the same assignment, so would not be eligible for a long-term substitute teaching position.


• Experience: Prior teaching, student teaching, or substitute experience preferred.


• Clearances: Mandatory Criminal Fingerprint and Background Check; Child Abuse Mandatory Reporter Training.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Essential duties must be performed on site. Other duties may be assigned.

• Reports to work as scheduled on a regular, reliable basis for the duration of the long-term assignment.


• Meets and instructs assigned classes in designated locations and times.


• Implements existing unit/lesson plans or develops rigorous new plans aligned with Board-adopted curriculum.


• Maintains a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate to student needs and maturity.


• Utilizies a variety of instructional techniques, technology, and materials to accommodate diverse learning styles.


• Establishes and maintains standard classroom management and behavioral expecations.


• Evaluates, records, and reports student academic progress and maintains accurate confidential records.


• Communicates effectively with parents, guardians, and administration regarding student progress.


• Assists administration in enforcing school rules, safety protocols, and district policies

Supervisory Responsibilities

Supervises students during school-related activities; oversees teacher associates or volunteers as assigned.

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

• Skills: Strong classroom management, clear verbal/written communication, adaptability, and proficient use of instructional technology and record-keeping software.


• Knowledge: Sound understanding of adolescent development, subject matter concepts, and effective pedagogy.


• Abilities: Ability to step seamlessly into an established classroom, build positive working relationships, differentiate instruction, and exercise tact, patience, and confidentiality.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

Requires regular sitting (40%), walking (20%), standing (40%), and light lifting or pushing. Standard, hazard-free classroom environment with minimal temperature variations.

Salary Grade: Certified Long-Term Substitute Rate Schedule

Position Type: Substitute
Job Categories:
Substitute > Substitute: Teachers

Equal Opportunity Employer

All employers submitting a job opening for posting on the Teach Iowa system will not discriminate in hiring on the basis of race, ethnicity, national origin, gender, age, physical disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, marital status, or status as a veteran. A bona fide religious institution may choose to exercise the allowances in Iowa Code section 216.6.(6)d. Employers may have additional developed specific equal employment opportunity policies and procedures; please check with employers.

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Cole Van Vark or Cori Stanley , HS Principal or Asst Principal


• Indianola High School


• Phone: [phone]


• Email: [e-mail] or [e-mail]