LONG-TERM SUBSTITUTE SCHOOL COUNSELOR POOL -- 2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR

Lake Washington School District; Redmond (WA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Lake Washington School District is seeking a qualified School Counselor for a long-term substitute position for the 2026-2027 school year across K-12. The role requires WA ESA certification with a School Counselor endorsement and involves assignments lasting 21–89 days with hours that vary by need.

Applications are reviewed as openings occur; mandatory online orientation and training will follow after selection and onboarding.

Qualifications

• Must hold WA State ESA Certification with School Counselor endorsement.

Responsibilities

• Provide counseling services to students K–12 on long-term substitute basis.
• Hours vary based on assignment and school needs; assignments may last 21–89 days.
• Participate in required online orientation and training after selection.

Education

WA State ESA Certification as School Counselor

Job description

Lake Washington School District is looking for qualified School Counselor candidates who are interested in working as a long-term Substitute School Counselor in the 2026-2027 school year. Substitute counselors work at all levels K - 12.

Qualifications

• Certification/License: Washington State ESA Certification as a School Counselor -- REQUIRED

Substitute counselors work on an as needed basis during the school year to fill long term absences only. Work hours will vary based on the assignment.

Applications will be reviewed as openings occur. Mandatory online orientation and training will occur after a candidate is selected and onboarded for a position.

If you hold a valid WA State ESA certificate with a School Counselor endorsement and are interested in being considered for a long-term (21-89 days) assignment, please apply to this posting in the "Vacancy Desired" section of the application.

Salary

Long-term substitute scholl counselor assignments in excess of twenty (20) days will be paid at the contract teacher rate based on your degree, esxperience and credits. See Salary Schedules - Lake Washington School District posted on website. This position does not meet requirements for state health benefits.

FLSA Status: Exempt

Please review LWSD Human Resources Employment Policies, which includes our non-discrimination policy. We are not able to sponsor employment at this time.

Lake Washington School District is committed to building an inclusive, equitable, and welcoming environment for all students and staff. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and life experiences who share our commitment to educational excellence and equity. We especially encourage applications from individuals who have been historically underrepresented in education.

LAKE WASHINGTON SCHOOL DISTRICT IS A SMOKE-FREE WORKPLACE.