Long Term Substitute Teacher (Art)

Wabash Valley Online Application Consortium; West Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 27,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

West Lafayette Community School Corporation seeks a substitute elementary teacher to cover K–6 art instruction while the permanent teacher is on leave. The role requires a Bachelor's Degree and a valid Indiana teaching license, with strong communication and teamwork skills.

The assignment runs from January 12, 2027 through February 15, 2027, follows the school calendar, and offers daily pay starting at $145 for the first 15 days, with the rate advancing per WLCSC Master Teacher Contract.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• Valid Indiana Teacher's License.
• Experience working in a school environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plans, coordinates, and team-teaches the instruction program for an art classroom while the permanent teacher is on leave.
• Demonstrates effective classroom management and instructional skills to ensure a positive learning environment.
• Implements appropriate lesson plans and adapts teaching strategies for diverse learners.

Skills

Positive attitude

Team collaboration

Punctuality

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Indiana Teaching License

Job description

• Position Type: Elementary School Teaching/ K - 6 Elementary Teacher
• Date Posted: 11/9/2026

REPORTS TO: Intermediate School Administration
PAY TYPE: Certified, Non-Supervisory
PAY RATE: Initial substitute daily pay rate (starting at $145 per day) for the first 15 consecutive days, followed by daily rate based upon the WLCSC Master Teacher Contract (see attachment)
BENEFITS: Not eligible
SCHEDULE: 01/12/27 through 02/15/27; Follows school calendar

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and shall not be construed as a declaration of the specific duties and responsibilities of this particular position. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically outlined in this description. This job description is subject to change at any time at the discretion of West Lafayette Community School Corporation.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plans, coordinates, and team-teaches the instruction program according to the adopted curriculum for an art classroom while the permanent teacher is on leave
• Demonstrates effective classroom management and instructional skills to ensure a positive learning environment
• Implements appropriate lesson plans and adapts teaching strategies to meet the needs of diverse learners

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

• Education, Training, and Experience Required:
  • Bachelor's Degree (minimum)
  • Valid Indiana Teacher's License
  • Displays excellent communication skills and professional demeanor
  • Experience working in a school environment preferred
• Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Worker Characteristics:
  • Displays positive and enthusiastic attitude
  • Ability to work as a team with other staff
  • Displays dependability and punctuality

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Position works indoors in a typical school classroom environment
• May work near others, often within a few feet
• May occasionally be exposed to noise levels that are distracting