Substitute Teacher - 2026-2027 School Year

Young World Physical Education; Newton (IA); On-site; USD 27,552 - 35,817; Full time

Job summary

Newton Community School District in Newton, Iowa is seeking substitute teachers for the 2026-2027 school year. Positions cover all district buildings with full-day or half-day shifts; applicants can choose assignments via an online system.

Base pay is $20 per hour, with daily rates of $160 for a full day and $80 for a half day. Long-term rate begins on day 21 of consecutive days in the same classroom at $25.98 per hour, contingent on a valid Teacher or Substitute License.

Qualifications

• Current Iowa licensure required.
• Copy of Iowa Teaching License, Copy of Child Abuse Mandatory Reporter Certificate, and Transcripts.
• Willingness to work in a school setting and pass background checks.

Responsibilities

• Substitute in all Newton Community School District buildings as needed.
• Use the online system to pick and match available jobs with your availability.

Job description

Substitute Teacher - 2026-2027 School Year

Newton Community School District, Newton, Iowa.

Job Details

Job ID: 5817962

Application Deadline: Apr 30, 2027 11:59 PM (UTC)

Posted: Jul 07, 2026 2:03 AM (UTC)

Job Description

POSITION: Substitute Teacher

LOCATIONS: All school buildings in the Newton Community School District

• Full day or half day shifts available.
• We use an online system where you can pick the jobs to match your availability.

2026-2027 Substitute Teacher Pay Rates:

• Base Rate: Hourly: $20
• 8 Hour Day: $160
• 4 hour Day: $80
• Long Term Rate begins on Day 21 of a consecutive day assignment for the same classroom: $25.98/hour (This requires a Teacher or Substitute License.)

Requirements: Current Iowa licensure (Teacher/Substitute License/Substitute Authorization) required.

The following additional requirements are needed to complete the application:

• Copy of your Iowa Teaching License
• Copy of Child Abuse Mandatory Reporter Certificate
• Transcripts from University/College

To apply for this position please complete the online application and upload a cover letter addressed to Laura Selover, Director of Human Resources.

• Once you have submitted your application, the Human Resources Office will receive notification from AppliTrack.
• HR will then send the DCI Background check form to the applicant.
• Upon approval from DCI, applicant will receive information about the substitute onboarding process.

Helpful Links:

• Iowa Board of Education: https://educate.iowa.gov/educator-licensure
• Iowa Substitute Authorization Course: https://www.heartlandaea.org/professional-learning/licensure-info/sub-auth/
• AEA Child Abuse Mandatory Reporter Training Certificate link: https://www.heartlandaea.org/mandatory-non-mandatory-training/

Position Information: Substitute employees will be notified of available substitute assignments on an as‑needed basis to fill in for absent staff. Hours and the frequency of assignments will vary depending on district staffing needs, employee absences, and the substitute's availability.

Continuous Notice of Nondiscrimination

It is the policy of the Newton Community School District not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, creed, age (for employment), marital status (for programs), sexual orientation and socioeconomic status (for programs) in its educational programs and its employment practices. There is a grievance procedure for processing complaints of discrimination. If you have questions or a grievance related to this policy please contact Laura Selover, Director of Human Resources, 1302 1st Avenue West, Newton, Iowa 50208, [phone], [e-mail].

NCSD Website: https://www.newtoncsd.org/

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories: Substitute > Substitute

Equal Opportunity Employer

All employers submitting a job opening for posting on the Teach Iowa system will not discriminate in hiring on the basis of race, ethnicity, national origin, gender, age, physical disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, marital status, or status as a veteran. A bona fide religious institution may choose to exercise the allowances in Iowa Code section 216.6.(6)d. Employers may have additional developed specific equal employment opportunity policies and procedures; please check with employers.

Job Requirements

Contact Information

• Sandy Scotton
• 1302 First Avenue West
• Newton, Iowa 50208
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]