What are the responsibilities and job description for the 041-2026: Certificated Guest (Substitute) Teacher position at WASHOUGAL SCH DIST 112-6?
On-Call, as needed to fill absences 041-2026 posting ID
Washougal School District
Posting for the 2026-27 School Year
Position Type: Substitute, on-call, as needed
Position Title: Certificated Guest (Substitute) Teacher
Required Certifications: MUST have a Washington State (OSPI) teaching or substitute teaching certificate
Position Location: District Wide
Position Posting: August 3, 2026 open until filled
Position Begins: September 1, 2026
Daily rates of pay: Certificarted Guest Teacher: half day (3.5 hours) or less $90 more than half day – full day $180 (7 hours)
POSTED: August 3, 2026
Purpose:
At Washougal School District, we are guided by our 2026-2031 Strategic Plan to grow, enrich, and inspire the future. Our mission is to work together to develop responsible, collaborative, continuous learners who positively impact their community. We are seeking highly qualified educators and staff who value inclusive classrooms and are responsive to the needs of all students and families. We celebrate the diversity of our community and invite candidates from all backgrounds to join us in this work.
The job of a Certificated Guest (Substitute) Teacher is to facilitate student success in academic and interpersonal skills through implementing district approved curriculum; documenting teaching and student progress/activities/outcomes; addressing specific educational needs of students providing a safe and optimal learning environment; and providing feedback to students, parents and administration regarding student progress, expectations, goals, etc.
Essential Functions
- Teach to district approved course goals and objectives.
- Instruct pupils in citizenship and basic subject matter specified by state law and administrative regulations of the school district.
- Provide individual and group instruction so that each pupil can achieve scholastic educational objectives.
- Use instructional materials suitable for the instruction of pupils with wide ranges of mental, physical, and emotional maturation.
- Maintain standard of pupil behavior needed to achieve effective participation in all activities.
- Maintain records as required or appropriate.
- Subscribe to the notion "student success is a teacher's paramount responsibility".
- Supervise pupils in out-of-classroom activities during the assigned periods.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Other Functions
- Assists other personnel for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and effective work environment.
Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications
Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
SKILLS are required to perform single, technical tasks with a need to occasionally upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skills required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: controlling and motivating students; maintaining accurate records; and using pertinent software applications; adhering to safety practices; operating standard office equipment.
KNOWLEDGE is required of best professional practices in math. Must be able to perform algebra and/or geometry; read a variety of manuals, write documents following prescribed formats, and/or present information to others; and solve practical problems. Specific knowledge required to perform satisfactorily the functions of the job includes: knowledge of state and federal laws that govern school districts, age appropriate activities, stages of child development, and safety practices and procedures.
ABILITY is required to schedule activities and/or meetings; gather, collate, and/or classify data; and use basic, job-related equipment. Flexibility is required to work independently or with others in a wide variety of circumstances; to work with data utilizing defined but different processes; and to operate equipment using defined methods. Ability is also required to work with a significant diversity of individuals and/or groups; to work with similar types of data; and to utilize specific, job-related equipment. Independent problem solving is required to analyze issues and create action plans. Problem solving with data requires analysis based on organizational objectives; and problem solving with equipment is moderate to significant. Specific abilities required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: fostering positive relationships; communicating with diverse groups; maintaining confidentiality; meeting deadlines and schedules; working as part of a team; and working with frequent interruptions.
Responsibility
Responsibilities include: working under limited supervision using standardized practices and/or methods; directing other persons within a small work unit; and operating within a defined budget. Utilization of some resources from other work units may be required to perform the job’s functions. There is continual opportunity to significantly impact the organization’s services.
Working Environment
The usual and customary methods of performing the job’s functions require the following physical demands: Generally the job requires 10% sitting, 50% walking, and 40% standing. The job is performed in a generally clean and healthy environment.
Experience: Job related experience is desired. Education: Bachelor’s degree
Certificated & License Requirements
WA State (OSPI) Teaching Certificate
Valid First Aid Certificate
FLSA Status Clearances
Exempt WSP/FBI Background Clearance
WA State Sexual Misconduct Inquiry
The Washougal School District is a Drug & Tobacco Free workplace.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The Washougal School District complies with all federal and state rules and regulations and does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, honorably discharged veteran or military status, sexual orientation including gender expression or identity, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability in its programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. This holds true for all district employment and educational programs. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination:
Title IX Compliance Officer: Brian Wilde (360) 954-3104
ADA Compliance Officer: Connor McCroskey (360) 954-3021
Section 504 Coordinator: Connor McCroskey (360) 954-3021
Inquiries regarding compliance and/or grievance procedures may be directed to the school district's Title IX/ RCW 28A.640 & ADA compliance officer and Section 504 coordinator.
Salary : $90 - $180