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Substitute Teacher

West Valley School District
Spokane, WA Full Time
POSTED ON 11/27/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/11/2025
POSITION Substitute Teacher

LOCATION Varied based on job assignment

Summary

Under the direction and supervision of the principal or designee, this teaching position will substitute for regular district teachers by planning instruction, teaching, motivating, inspiring, and assessing students in the grade/subject assigned.

Performance Responsibilities

  • Provide clear and intentional focus on subject matter content and curriculum using established content standards and available resources and technology.
  • Use effective teaching practices by helping students effectively interact with new knowledge, practice and deepen knowledge, and engage in cognitively complex tasks.
  • Use effective teaching practices including asking questions of students, probing incorrect answers of students, and noticing when students are not engaged.
  • Foster and manage a safe, positive learning environment. Be responsible for constructive classroom management and environment.
  • Follow lesson plans and instructional materials as provided.
  • Translate lesson plans into learning experiences and efficiently utilize the available time for instruction.
  • Supervises students both in and outside of the classroom during the assigned working day.
  • Maintain appropriate student records.
  • Perform other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

  • Valid Washington State Teaching Certificate or substitute certificate.
  • Valid Washington State driver's license or evidence of mobility.
  • Successful Washington State Patrol and Federal Bureau of Investigation Fingerprint Clearance.
  • I-9 for verification of identity and employment eligibility for work in the United State
  • Completion of all district-required training within thirty (30) calendar days from the hire date.

Knowledge & Skill Requirements

  • Demonstrate value and respect for all, including typically underserved students.
  • Demonstrate mature behavior and ability to use sound judgment in working with students, parents, staff, and the community.
  • Make independent decisions and take appropriate action while following established procedures and guidelines.
  • Relate positively to students and parents/guardians of varying socioeconomic, cultural, ethnic backgrounds, different learning styles, and various abilities and disabilities.
  • Demonstrate excellent written and oral communication skills with students, staff, administrators, and parents/guardians.
  • Training and/or experience with technology integrating technology into planning, teaching and learning, and record-keeping skills.

IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR

Building Principal

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

Substitute positions are employed as on-call positions and paid for hours worked.

Verification of identity and United States work authorization must be completed before employment commences. The successful candidate for this position must complete a fingerprinted background check with the Washington State Patrol and the Federal Bureau of Investigation. Employment is contingent upon clearance of the background check.

Additional Information

HEALTHCARE BENEFITS - Employees who meet the eligibility criteria outlined in Chapter 182-31 WAC have access to medical, dental, vision, supplemental life, and supplemental disability insurance through the School Employee Benefit Board (SEBB).

SICK LEAVE - Substitute employees receive sick leave per RCW 49.46.210.

West Valley School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Title IX and Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator: Sabre Dahl, 2805 N Argonne Rd., Spokane Valley WA 99212, Phone: (509) 924-2150, sabre.dahl@WVSD.org. Section 504 Coordinator, Dan Andrews, 2805 N Argonne Rd., Spokane Valley WA 99212, Phone: (509) 922-5478, dan.andrews@WVSD.org.

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