Substitute General School Assistant(s) 2026-27

Young World Physical Education; Bellevue (WA); On-site; USD 27,276 - 38,848; Part time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education is seeking a Substitute General School Assistant in Bellevue, WA. This role involves providing secretarial support and assisting teachers while working directly with students in the classroom.

The ideal candidate should possess effective communication skills and a high school diploma. Flexibility and the ability to work well with diverse populations are essential for success in this position.

This on-call opportunity offers a pay rate of $24.00/hour and the chance to make a meaningful impact on students' lives.

Qualifications

• Experience working in a school setting preferred.
• Demonstrates basic academic knowledge in core content areas.
• Possesses awareness of cultural and racial diversity.

Responsibilities

• Provide secretarial support and serve as receptionist for work group.
• May work with individual students or small groups in a classroom setting.
• Assist with activities offered by the school, including after school activities.

Skills

Effective oral and written communication skills

Ability to work in a team setting

Multicultural sensitivity

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent

Job description

Substitute General School Assistant (2026-27)

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Job Details

Job ID: 5687152

Application Deadline: Apr 30, 2027 11:59 PM (Pacific Standard Time)

Re-Posted: Jun 15, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

POSITION OBJECTIVE:

This position’s responsibilities are to provide secretarial support such as answering phones and serving as receptionist for a work group, performing word processing and data entry, maintaining files and records, and preparing materials.

COMMITMENT TO EQUITY:

The Bellevue School District is committed to a diverse workforce representative of our students, one that embraces and models cultural competency as an international community.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• May work under the direct supervision of a certificated, administrative or classified staff member based upon the assigned duties
• May provide support to teachers with materials, supplies and copying
• May perform routine tasks in monitoring and assisting student progress within a classroom setting
• May work with individual students or small groups of students in a classroom setting as directed by a certificated staff member
• May record observations and data regarding student progress as directed by the classroom teacher or administrator
• Assist with activities offered by the school which may include before or after school activities
• May accompany groups of students on field trips and other outings
• Attends staff meetings as required
• Participates in professional development and training as required for the position
• May work with English Language Learners, requiring an understanding of their unique needs
• May work in an office or general school setting
• May be assigned to support elementary school health clinics, performing duties as assigned by the nurse
• May enter records regarding students as needed for the position
• May provide support for serving a diverse population of students
• May provide clerical and other support if assigned to a school office or non-classroom setting
• May provide supervision of students in non-classroom settings, including lunch room, playground or cross-walks
• May provide supervision for parking lots as required
• Collaborates with other staff members as required for the assignment
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS

Reports directly to supervisor/evaluator.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Required:

• High school diploma, GED or equivalent

Preferred:

• Experience working in a school setting

KNOWLEDGE

• Demonstrates basic academic knowledge in core content areas with a focus on math and reading
• Understands basics of child development
• Possesses and awareness of cultural and racial diversity
• Possesses basic skills with computers, including keyboarding and the ability to enter data and information
• Understands basic safety and emergency procedures including basics of hygiene and cleanliness

SKILLS

• Demonstrates effective oral and written communication skills
• Possesses ability to follow oral and written directions
• Demonstrates effective organizing skillsPossesses ability to work in a team setting
• Maintains confidentiality with student and employee records and information as required
• Demonstrates multicultural sensitivity with the ability to effectively and collaboratively work with diverse populations
• Ability to perform all duties in accordance with all applicable Board policies and district and legal requirements
• Ability to meet and maintain punctuality and attendance expectations
• Required to perform or track multiple tasks simultaneously
• Required to remain flexible to changes in work assignment, to remain flexible under pressure, and to respond appropriately to various situations

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Positions in this class typically require stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, finger dexterity, grasping, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions. Medium Work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Incumbents may be subjected to moving mechanical parts, odors, chemicals, extreme temperatures, inadequate lighting, workspace restrictions, and intense noises.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• These are on-call positions. The number of days or hours that a substitute works is dependent upon the number of staff in the position who are absent on any given day. No specific guarantee of work is offered.
• The rate of pay is $24.00/hour.
• Substitutes are not eligible for benefits until they work 630 hours in a certain school year.

NOTE

The above job description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department.

BACKGROUND & VERIFICATION

Verification of identity and authorization to work in the United States must be completed. The District does not currently provide visa sponsorship. All offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory results of background checks with prior employers/professional references, satisfactory outcome of a criminal history background check (includes fingerprinting), satisfactory outcome of sexual misconduct information from prior school district employers, and approval by the Bellevue School Board.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Bellevue School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, ethnicity, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, honorably discharged veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, homelessness, immigration or citizenship status, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, neurodivergence, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts of America and other designated youth groups.

The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination:

• Civil Rights, Racial Discrimination, and Gender Expression or Identity Discrimination: Civil Rights/Nondiscrimination Compliance Coordinator Nancy Pham, [phone] or [e-mail].
• Sex-based Discrimination, including Sexual Harassment: Title IX Coordinator: Jeff Lowell, [phone] or [e-mail].
• Disability Discrimination: Kerince Bowen, [phone] or [e-mail].

Mailing address for all three: 12111 NE 1st Street, Bellevue, WA 98005.

Members of the public with disabilities who have specific concerns about the effectiveness of the District’s communications to them should contact Janine Thorn, Chief Communications and Engagement Officer, at 425-456-4000 or [e-mail].

Position Type

Position Type: Various

Contact Information

• Alex Nicoara , Director HR Staffing
• 12111 NE 1st St
• Bellevue, Washington 98005-3183
• Phone: [phone]
• Fax: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]