What are the responsibilities and job description for the Student Teacher-Substitutes position at SUNNYSIDE SCHOOL DIST 201?
**OPEN TO STUDENT TEACHER-SUBSTITUTES ONLY**
POSITION TITLE: Student Teacher-Substitutes
LOCATION: District
DATE POSTED: 10/29/2025
JOB NUMBER: 250-26-10
HOURLY RATE: $25.00 HR
BENEFITS: Washington State Sick Leave Law: One (1) hour of sick leave for every Forty (40) hours worked.
Student Teacher-Substitute Applicants:
On Human Resources recommendation, a student teacher may apply for one of the following certificates for the use in Sunnyside School District:
An Intern Substitute Certificate permits a student teacher to serve as a substitute for their Master Teacher-Only when approval has been granted by the college advisor. The advisor's approval will specify any University imposed restrictions, such as a maximum number of days permitted, etc. Upon successful completion of student teaching, the student teacher will not be eligible to accept general substitute teaching assignments due to the limited certificate.
An Emergency Substitute Certificate permits a student teacher to serve as a substitute for their Master Teacher-Only when approval has been granted by the college advisor. The advisor's approval will specify any University imposed restrictions, such as a maximum number of days permitted, etc. Upon successful completion of student teaching, the student teacher becomes eligible to accept general substitute teaching assignments.
*Requirements:
- Enrolled in a educational degree program from an accreditted college
- Pass Washington State Patrol & FBI fingerprint background check
- Upload unofficial college transcripts
- Upload an updated resume
- Approval from accredited college program advisor to substitute for master teacher
- *Must be 21 years of age or older (May consider 20 years of age for grades Kindergarten-5th grade with Superintendent approval)*
You may expect the following costs if selected (Approximate Fees):
- OSPI Intern Substitute Application fee $63 or
- OSPI Emergency Substitute Application fee $63
Fingerprinting:
In order to be issued an Intern Substitute/Emergency Substitute Certificate, you must have cleared fingerprint results from the Washington State Patrol and the FBI.
Sunnyside School District
JOB DESCRIPTION
PURPOSE STATEMENT:
Student Teacher-Intern Substitute/Student Teacher-Emergency Substitutes are on a on call/as needed substitute basis. This position will perform related duties of a teacher to provide continuity in the day-to-day responsibilities during the absence of the master teacher.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Manage classroom and provide instruction according to lesson plans as prepared by the classroom teacher.
- Provide classroom environment which promotes active learning.
- Assist the teacher with all aspects of the daily routine, including distributing and collecting supplies, keeping attendance records, lunchroom duty, recess, etc.
- Work with students to help reinforce learning objectives.
- Adhere to all Sunnyside Schools board policies and procedures.
- Use appropriate judgment to act in the best interest of students at all times.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the appropriate administrator.
OTHER FUNCTIONS:
- Maintain a high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality.
- Observe and utilize reasonable and professional medical/safety precautions to include positioning children in a safe and secure manner.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
The daily work is normally performed in a classroom setting and is performed primarily indoors with some requirements for outdoor supervision and activities. The individual is required to frequently stand, walk, sit, stoop, kneel, and crouch. There is occasionally reaching, lifting, and carrying of up to 20 pounds.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education and Experience:
- Experience working with children preferred
- Currently enrolled in an educational degree program
Licenses/Special Requirements:
- Completed Employment Application
- Valid Washington State Intern Substitute/Emergency Substitute Teacher Certificate
- Pass Washington State Patrol & FBI fingerprint background check
- Must be 21 years of age or older (May consider 20 years of age for grades Kindergarten-5th grade with Superintendent approval)
- Valid Driver's License
- Social Security Card
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: On Call/As Needed
REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS: Reports to the Building Administrator(s).