Long Term Substitute - Special Education Teacher

Elma-School-District; Elma (WA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

I-1433 Sick Leave

Washington Paid Family Medical Leave

Job summary

Elma School District is seeking a Long Term Substitute Teacher - Special Education at Elma Elementary School to provide specialized instruction and ensure IEP goals are implemented effectively.

The position runs approximately 11/20/2026 to 02/26/2027 with base pay starting at $165/day for days 1–20 and higher hourly rates thereafter. Benefits include sick leave accrual and Washington Paid Family Medical Leave.

Qualifications

• Valid Washington State Teaching Certificate or Emergency Substitute Teaching Certificate.
• Special Education Endorsement preferred.
• WSP/FBI fingerprint background clearance (fee paid by the employee).
• Experience in teaching special education at the primary level preferred.
• Experience working with students with diverse needs and implementing IEPs.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement instructional programs for students with disabilities.
• Collaborate with administrators, staff, students, and parents.
• Coordinate with related services personnel to support eligible students.
• Monitor student progress and adjust instruction to meet needs.
• Maintain organized classroom and effective behavior management.

Skills

Special Education

IEP Implementation

Classroom Management

Education

Teaching Certificate

Special Education Endorsement

Job description

NOTICE OF EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

The Elma School District is accepting applications for the following certificated position:

***TEMPORARY***

Elma Elementary School

Long Term Substitute Teacher - Special Education

Posted: 10-08-2026

Category

• Certificated

Assignment

• Temporary
• Approximate Dates: 11-20-2026 to 02-26-2027
• Elementary School – Special Education

2026-2027 ETO Substitute Base Rate & Salary Range:

• Days 1-20: $165/day ($20.625/hour)
• Day 21+: $47.608 - $64.124 per hour
• Exact hourly rate will be determined by verified education level and certification

Benefits Include:

• I-1433 Sick Leave, the employee will accrue at least one (1) hour of paid sick leave for every forty (40) hours worked.
• Washington Paid Family Medical Leave

Summary

The Special Education Teacher will work full time at Elma Elementary School. The ideal candidate will be responsible for providing specialized instruction to students with disabilities and ensuring that their individualized education plans (IEPs) are implemented effectively. The teacher will work closely with other educators and parents to create a nurturing and inclusive learning environment.

Required Qualifications

• Valid Washington State Teaching Certificate or Emergency Substitute Teaching Certificate
• (Special Education Endorsement preferred)
• WSP/FBI fingerprint background clearance (fee paid by the employee)
• Experience in teaching special education at the primary level preferred
• Experience in working with students identified for special education needs services in adaptive social skills and positive behavior management
• Ability to plan instructional programs to meet the needs of students with a range of disabilities, including sensory impairments, speech and language difficulties, learning difficulties, conditions such as autism, social, emotional, and mental health needs, or a combination of these difficulties
• Knowledge and/or experience in grade levels assigned preferred
• Knowledge of current trends in curriculum, instruction, and technology
• Ability to plan instructional programs to meet the needs of diverse learners
• Knowledge and/or experience with new state assessment requirements preferredMust be able to safely lift and/or move equipment and supplies as needed in the course of classroom instruction
• Regular attendance is an essential function of this position
• The safety and health of students and others are essential functions of this position

Examples of Duties

• Work cooperatively and efficiently with administrators, staff, students, and parents
• Participate as a member of a multi-disciplinary team when requested and maintain positive inter staff communications
• Develop programs for students with developmental disabilities
• Conduct functional vocational evaluations and achievement testing
• Utilize assistive technology in individual student education programs
• Coordinate with the speech-language pathologist and /or occupational therapist, and/or physical therapist and/or school psychologist in the provision of specialist services for eligible students
• Meet state and federal requirements and deadlines in processing special education documentation
• Show evidence of adequate planning and preparation while maintaining an organized classroom conducive to learning
• Ability to focus students’ attention on the lesson while clearly stating objectives
• Skillfully apply teaching strategies with methods to evaluate and report student learning
• Demonstrate ability to monitor student progress and adjust instruction to meet student needs
• Must establish clear expectations for student “in-classroom” conduct, making expectations known to students
• Must show enthusiasm, as well as guide and assist students while providing instruction
• Provide individual and group services to children and/or parents that emphasizing improved educational performance and/or conduct
• Demonstrates evidence of continued learning interests related to academics, technology, and improved learning of standards
• Other related duties as assigned

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Elma School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Students, families and other stakeholders are notified the district does not discriminate based on sex, race, creed, religion, color, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, veteran or military status, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal in any programs or activities, and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups.

Nondiscrimination Inquiries

504 Section Coordinator: Kathleen Gallagher, [e-mail] Title IX Officer: Dr. Christopher R. Nesmith, [e-mail]

Inglés Español: Empleador con Igualdad de Oportunidades

El Distrito Escolar de Elma es un Empleador con Igualdad de Oportunidades. Se les notifica a los estudiantes, familias y otras partes interesadas que el distrito no discrimina por motivos de sexo, raza, credo, religión, color, edad, origen nacional, orientación sexual, expresión o identidad de género, estado de veterano o militar, discapacidad, o el uso de un perro guía entrenado o animal de servicio en ninguno de sus programas o actividades, y ofrece igualdad de acceso a los Boy Scouts y otros grupos juveniles designados.

Inglés Español: Nondiscrimination

Coordinadora de la Sección 504: Kathleen Gallagher, [e-mail] Oficial de Title IX: Dr. Christopher R. Nesmith, [e-mail]