Substitute Teacher for the Blind — On-Campus Impact

State of Washington; Vancouver (WA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Washington State School for the Blind (WSSB) seeks substitute teachers to support educational instruction for blind and low-vision students at the Vancouver campus. Positions are open to multiple shifts and groups, reporting to the Director of On-Campus Programs.

Certified teachers or eligible candidates will join a dedicated staff, delivering academics, assistive tech, Braille, and daily living skills while fostering inclusive classrooms and engagement for all students.

Qualifications

• Holds a valid Washington State Teaching Certificate or Emergency Substitute Certificate or is eligible to obtain one.
• Demonstrates leadership ability and problem solving to manage classrooms; maintains positive learning environments by empathy, active listening, and openness; follows sub lesson plans.
• Displays strong communication, adaptability, and interpersonal skills when working with students, staff, and administrators.
• Must pass state and federal criminal background check.
• Shows commitment to learning, flexibility, growth, and supporting educational needs of all students.
• Ability to learn and take action to meet the needs of others.
• Experience with the blind/VI is desired; classroom teaching experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide educational instruction to blind and visually impaired children on campus.
• Contribute to academics, assistive technology, Braille, low vision devices, self-help skills, and daily living skills.
• Collaborate with other WSSB staff to support student learning.

Skills

Classroom management

Communication skills

Empathy and active listening

Leadership ability

Adaptability

Education

Washington State Teaching Certificate

Emergency Substitute Certificate

Job description

Washington State School for the Blind (WSSB) seeks substitute teachers to support educational instruction for blind and low-vision students at the Vancouver campus. Positions are open to multiple shifts and groups, reporting to the Director of On-Campus Programs.

Certified teachers or eligible candidates will join a dedicated staff, delivering academics, assistive tech, Braille, and daily living skills while fostering inclusive classrooms and engagement for all students.