26-27 Substitute Teacher (Hourly)

Essential Functions

• Fosters an educational environment conducive to the learning and maturation process of assigned students
• Plans an instructional program designed to meet individual student needs and whole groups which may include at risk or special needs youth
• Prepares lesson plans
• Uses necessary and appropriate instructional methods and materials, which are suited to the well-being of the students and to the nature of the learning activities, program and/or curriculum involved
• Implements established program or curriculum objectives
• Attends in-service training and continues to improve professional growth through study and experimentation to remain current in methods and techniques for instruction
• Establishes and implements, in a positive and supportive manner, classroom policies and procedures governing student behavior and conduct
• Provides guidance, counseling, and discipline to encourage students to meet standards of achievement and conduct
• Makes referrals for assistance where appropriate
• Confers with students, parents or guardians, and other staff, maintaining an open positive relationship as appropriate to provide guidance and evaluation, and to encourage student achievement
• Establishes classroom goals and objectives, in conformation with courses of study specified by State and School District statutes, regulations and guidelines
• Evaluates and records student progress
• Prepares reports for parents or guardians
• Collections and interprets a variety of data
• Directs the activities of assigned non-certificated personnel

Other Functions

Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.

Reporting Relationships

Reports to the building principal or program manager.

Working Conditions

Required to deal with a wide range of student achievement and behavior; required to remain flexible to meet students immediate needs; required to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and prioritize; may experience frequent interruptions; may occasionally deal with distraught or difficult students; potentially exposed to ordinary infectious diseases carried by students; in some positions the necessary and appropriate instructional methods may require specific positions and movements, and sufficient stamina and exertions, to demonstrate techniques properly for student safety, or to conduct or direct students; in some positions precautions may need to be taken to prevent or lessen exposure of self and/or students to various materials, fumes, equipment, cutting edges or hot surfaces; may teach in a classroom without telephone communication.

Typical Qualifications

• Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree; academic preparation for or experience in teaching a culturally, racially and economically diverse student population in an urban school system
• Specific Programs May Require Additional Academic Preparation or Professional Experience: Working with bilingual students and assisting them in the transition to regular classrooms; implementing programs designed to prevent the dropout of "at risk" students; and, teaching multi-level, open-concept, and main streamed classes
• Certificates & Licenses: Valid Washington State Teaching Certificate; or Washington State Substitute Teaching Certificate; Clearances: Criminal Justice Fingerprint Background Clearance Required
• Knowledge, Skills And Abilities: Knowledge of: Subject areas appropriate to assignment; effective behavior management techniques; effective instructional techniques; rules and procedures for student safety. Skill in: Proficiency in reading, writing, and oral communications; effective communication with parents or guardians in a diverse community; designing and implementing lesson plans for students having a wide range of achievement. Ability to: Deal with students in a positive and confident manner; be fair and consistent when working with a culturally, racially, and economically diverse student population; adapt to change and remain flexible; organize activities; manage student behavior; use good judgment to maintain a safe learning environment; provide instruction and demonstrate techniques; use necessary equipment, computers, machinery, tools, or software; direct assistants; in some positions, administer first aid and CPR; establish and maintain effective, positive working relationships with students, parents or guardians, staff and administrators.

Salary Schedule

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Application Instructions

01 Are you a current Seattle Public School Employee? Yes No
02 Have you ever been employed with SPS in any capacity? Yes No
03 Please acknowledge your understanding that references you list in this sub application will receive system generated online forms to complete on your behalf. Please include professional references including your current or most recent supervisor that can best speak to your abilities. Yes No
04 Do you currently hold a WA State Certificate of any kind? Yes No
05 All applications are reviewed by human resources. Selected candidates will receive an official offer and onboarding next steps from human resources. Please note that not all applications will be selected and human resources is not able to provide status updates. Please select yes to acknowledge this statement. Yes No
06 Are you currently pending certification with OSPI post recent graduation from University program or certificate transfer from another state? Yes No
07 Substitute Work Requirement for the 2026 – 2027 School Year: All substitutes are required to work at least 70 hours per school year AND complete mandatory paid training to remain on the substitute roster. If you work fewer than 70 hours and/or fail to complete the mandatory training, you will be removed from Seattle Public Schools substitute roster(s) at the close of the 2026 - 2027 school year. Please answer below to acknowledge your understanding. Yes No