Substitute Teacher (PS-5th Grade)

Established in 1977, The Island School is K-5 nonprofit independent school located on Bainbridge Island, Washington. Nestled among the trees, the campus provides a warm, open, and airy environment that encourages exploration and learning. The school emphasizes hands-on education, fostering critical thinking, creativity, and strong communication skills in its students. As the only elementary school on Bainbridge Island accredited by the Northwest Association of Independent Schools (NWAIS), The Island School is committed to maintaining high educational standards.

Substitute teachers play a vital role in maintaining continuity of learning and supporting student success. They ensure that classroom instruction continues smoothly in the absence of the regular teacher, fostering a stable and engaging environment for students. At The Island School, substitutes uphold our commitment to academic excellence and social-emotional growth by providing consistent, responsive, and effective instruction. Their flexibility and dedication contribute to the overall strength of our school community.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver engaging and developmentally appropriate instruction to small classes, typically comprising up to 18 students.
• Maintain a positive and inclusive classroom atmosphere that encourages active learning and respect among students.
• Implement lesson plans provided by the regular classroom teacher, ensuring continuity of learning.
• Adapt to various grade levels and subjects as needed, demonstrating flexibility and a broad understanding of elementary education.
• Collaborate with fellow educators and staff to support the school's mission and community values.

Qualifications:

• Minimum Bachelor’s degree in Education or a related field.
• Genuine passion for working with children and a commitment to their holistic development.
• Strong understanding of social-emotional learning principles.
• Excellent communication and classroom management skills.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement:

Don’t meet every single skill and quality? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At The Island School we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experiences don’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply.

Nondiscrimination Statement:

The Island School does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, national or ethnic origin, citizenship or immigration status, sex, ancestry, age, family or marital status, sexual orientation , gender identity or expression, genetic information, honorably discharged veteran or military status, and/or the presence of any physical disability (including pregnancy), mental disability, or sensory disability, or any other legally protected characteristic or status.

Application Process:

Interested candidates are encouraged to visit our website at to learn more about our philosophy and community.

To apply, please submit the following through :

• A cover letter detailing your interest and suitability for the role.
• A current resume.

Once is completed, you will be sent the following to complete:

• The Island School Job Application Form - where you will also be required to provide three professional references and their email addresses, whom we will contact both by email and by phone during the application process. The link is here that you can copy and paste into your preferred browser: https://forms.gle/WjKKsKG9DZiQhkrK6.

Job Type: Temporary

Pay: $23.00 per hour

Work Location: In person

Salary : $23