Substitute Teacher

Young World Physical Education; West Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 13,837 - 27,675; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

5 paid sick days

3 paid days leave for critical family issues

Job summary

Young World Physical Education is looking for a dedicated Substitute Teacher for the 2026/27 school year in West Des Moines, Iowa. Responsibilities include maintaining classroom discipline and following lesson plans prepared by regular teachers.

The position is compensated at $150 per day with potential for higher pay after 15 days. Specific mandatory certifications are required, and benefits may apply for extended assignments. Contact Klaire Hamilton for more information.

Qualifications

• Hold current Iowa teaching authorization.
• Have a plan to complete mandatory training certifications.
• Willingness to complete an online background form.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction to students in the absence of the regular teacher.
• Maintain classroom discipline and follow lesson plans.
• Implement school policies and procedures.

Education

Current Iowa License (teaching, substitute teaching or substitute authorization)

Mandatory Reporters of Child Certificate

Right to Know Certificate (Hazardous Chemicals in the Workplace)

Job description

West Des Moines Community Schools LEARNING RESOURCE CENTER - WEST DES MOINES, Iowa

Substitute Teacher

West Des Moines Community Schools LEARNING RESOURCE CENTER - WEST DES MOINES, Iowa

Job Details

Job ID: 5761633

Application Deadline: May 01, 2027 5:00 PM (Central Standard Time)

Re-Posted: Jun 15, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 24, 2025

Job Description

2026/27 School Year

Information required to be on file:

• Application
• Current Iowa License (teaching, substitute teaching or substitute authorization)
• Mandatory Reporters of Child Certificate. Taken through the Department of Human Services or Heartland AEA.
• Right to Know Certificate (Hazardous Chemicals in the Workplace). Taken through Heartland AEA, no charge with our district password.
• Copy of official transcript
• Online background form that will be emailed to you

2026/27 School year pay: Substitute Teacher $150/day, Minimum $75/day. Daily, after 15 total days in one school year $170/day, $85/half day.

Extended (16+ consecutive days in same assignment, retroactive to day 1):

Tier 3: Sub Authorization of Sub License

Tier 2: Has or held an Iowa teaching license

Tier 1: Has or held the correct Iowa endorsement for the assignment

$200 full day

$250 full day

$275 full day

More than a full semester in the same assignment will include fringe benefits:

• Plan B employee only coverage
• 5 paid sick days
• 3 paid days leave for death in immediate family
• 3 paid days leave for critical illness in immediate family

Substitute teachers and nurses are not entitled to and shall not receive a continuing employment contract pursuant to Iowa Code Section 279.15. For more information please contact Klaire Hamilton, [e-mail].

AA/EEO Employer

Position Type: Substitute

Job Categories: Substitute > Substitute: Teachers

Equal Opportunity Employer

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Contact Information

• Klaire Hamilton , Administrative Assistant/HR
• LEARNING RESOURCE CENTER
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]