Substitute and Temporary School Position

The Bush School; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 35,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

Sick leave

Job summary

The Bush School in Seattle, WA seeks qualified substitutes for our diverse, student-centered classrooms. This general posting supports our mission by engaging learners through inquiry-based activities and a welcoming, inclusive environment.

Successful candidates have teaching experience, willingness to collaborate with staff, and the ability to manage class procedures while maintaining safety and high expectations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; graduate degree preferred.
• 3+ years teaching experience preferred.
• Experience in the specific class/subject area preferred.

Responsibilities

• Create and sustain a positive classroom culture aligned with school mission and values.
• Deliver instructional activities in a student-driven, inquiry-based manner.
• Establish classroom expectations that ensure a safe and inclusive environment.
• Demonstrate thorough preparation for the class, field, or subject area.
• Utilize diverse teaching and leadership strategies and adapt to learning styles.
• Support student success using technology (e.g., Google Docs, Google Classroom).
• Contribute to additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Classroom management

Instructional delivery

Communication

Tech proficiency

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Graduate degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Drive

Outlook

Blackbaud

Job description

The Bush School is dedicated to valuing different perspectives and backgrounds, inspiring curiosity, motivating employees to take risks, and encouraging compassion and kindness. Our employees enjoy an environment that inspires creativity while being part of a collaborative community.

Substitute/Temporary School Position (Seattle, WA)

* This position requires applicants to be, at the time of application, legally authorized to work in the United States. The Bush School does not offer visa sponsorship for this position and will not consider applicants who require visa sponsorship.

The Bush School is seeking interested applicants who will support the school’s mission of diversity and inclusion and who have a background that demonstrates an understanding and appreciation of intercultural fluency. We are building a team in which diversity of experiences, backgrounds, and talents are valued in order to work with a diverse community of students, faculty, staff and families. We encourage those of diverse backgrounds to apply.

This is a general posting/general announcement for interested individuals to apply, which might possibly lead to being added to the school's substitute/temporary work pool.

While other duties may be assigned, a qualified candidate will be able to manage key responsibilities and skills, as listed below:

• Create and sustain a positive classroom culture, based on the mission and values of the school
• Deliver instructional activities that facilitate active learning experiences in a student-driven, inquiry-based manner
• Establish classroom expectations that create a safe and comfortable environment for all students
• Demonstrate excellent preparation within the specific class, field and/or subject area
• Have knowledge and experience with a variety of teaching and leadership strategies
• Be familiar and experienced with diverse learning styles
• Utilize technology to support student success (e.g. Google Docs, Blackbaud, Google Classroom, etc.)
• Conscientiously complete other duties as assigned

Academic and Professional Experience:

• Experience teaching, with 3 or more years preferred
• Experience in the specific class, field and/or subject area with 3 or more years preferred
• A bachelor’s degree is required
• A graduate degree is preferred

Successful candidates will have:

• A philosophy that aligns with the school’s mission and values – please review the school’s mission and values on our website (bush.edu)
• The expertise and interest to engage in experiential activities and programs with students
• The ability to be patient and positive and find joy in the journey of promoting a lifelong love of learning
• An ability to communicate effectively (verbally and in writing) with others, including administrators, colleagues, staff, students and families in order to maintain constructive and professional relationships.
• A commitment to completing work in a timely and thorough manner while being conscientious about assignments and deadlines.
• Have proficient skills in the use of technology: including, but not limited to, Microsoft Suite, Google Drive, and Outlook
• Ability to work in a team – grade level, department, and/or division

Additional Requirements:

• Have a current Adult and Children CPR, First Aid and AED Certification (or receive one soon after hire date)
• Meet the school’s standards when completing two separate background screenings

Compensation/Benefit Information for this position:

• This temporary, term-limited position is a stipend position that is paid in a half-day or whole-day increment.
• The half-day stipend is $93.68 and the full-day stipend $187.36.
• Free parking at Seattle, WA campus
• City of Seattle Sick and Safe Leave

The Bush School is an Equal Opportunity Employer

The Bush School does not discriminate in matters of employment, recruitment, admission or administration of any of its programs on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, or genetic information. In addition, The Bush School does not discriminate in matters of employment based on the basis of age or marital status.