Substitute Teacher

Shenandoah Community; Shenandoah (IA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Shenandoah Community School District is seeking a Substitute Teacher to provide daily classroom coverage for absent teachers across grade levels and subjects. The role requires following provided lesson plans and maintaining a safe, respectful learning environment.

On-site positions start early; report time is 7:45am with classes beginning at 8:00am. A Substitute Authorization/license is required, with a high school diploma and reliable attendance essential.

Qualifications

• Must hold or be eligible to obtain Substitute Authorization or Substitute License per Iowa BOEE requirements.
• High school diploma required; additional education preferred (AA/BA/BS depending on district needs).
• Reliable attendance and punctuality are essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily classroom coverage for absent teachers in assigned grade levels/subjects.
• Follow district policies and procedures and implement provided lesson plans.
• Maintain a safe, respectful learning environment and support student learning as assigned.
• Take attendance and complete required documentation.

Skills

Reliability

Punctuality

Flexibility

Education

High school diploma

AA/BA/BS preferred

Job description

Substitute Teacher

Shenandoah Community School District - Shenandoah, Iowa Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in TeachIowa, Iowa's Marketplace for education jobs

Job Details

Job ID: 5566428

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Re-Posted: Jul 09, 2026 1:07 PM (UTC)

Job Description

The Shenandoah Community School District are accepting applications for Substitute Teachers.

Position Summary

• Provide daily classroom coverage for absent teachers in assigned grade levels/subject areas.
• Maintain a safe, respectful learning environment and enrure continuity of instruction.
• Follow district policies, school prodedures, adn the lesson plans provided.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Follow written lesson plans and classroom routines left by the teacher.
• Deliver instruction, facilitate activitites, and support student learning as assigned.
• Maintain classroom mangement consistent with district expectations.
• Take attendance and complete required documentation (safety, discipline, medical issues).
• Communicate concerns promptly to the building office/administrator.
• Provide appropriate supervision in classrooms, hallways, lunchrooms, recess and during transitions.
• Use classroom technology and district systems as directed.
• Maintin a professional, respectful demeanor with students, staff, and families.
• Follow all safety procedures, including emergency drills and building protocols.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must hold or be eligible to obtain Subsitute Authorization or Substitute License according to the requirements of the Iowa Board of Educational Examiners (BOEE).
• High school diploma minum; additional education preferred (district may specify AA/BA/BS depending on needs).
• Relable attendance and punctuality.

Work Schedules & Assignment Detail

• On-call/as-neded; assignments may be half-day or full-day.
• Possible placements: preschool, elementary, middle school, high school.
• School days starts at 8:00am. Report time is at 7:45am.
• May accept jobs through Absence Management.

Compensation

$160.00/day

Training

• Training Expectations (Mandatory Reporter: Child Abuse, Bloodborne Pathogens, Suicide Prevention & Postvention, Adverse Childhood Experiences: From Toxic Enrironmental Stresses, Protecting Student Privacy in Schools: FERPA, PPRA, HIPAA, and COPPA, and Free Speech and Intellectual Freedom.

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories: Substitute > Substitute

Contact Information

• Kerri Nelson
• 304 W. Nishna Road
• Shenandoah, Iowa 51601
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]