Classified Substitute Positions-2026/27 School Year. Job Fair will be held on Nov 18, 2026 for Applicants - Date is subject to change.

About the role

Job Summary: Substitute classified is an on-call as needed position. Substitutes may work in a variety of different positions depending on their work experience.

About the employer: Coachella Valley Unified School District covers more than 1,200 square miles of mostly rural desert terrain, serving the communities of Coachella, Thermal, Mecca, Oasis, Indio, and the Salton Sea. The district currently operates fifteen elementary schools, three middle schools, three comprehensive high schools, one continuation high school, and one adult school. Coachella Valley Unified School District has a growing reputation for innovative programs and outstanding staff. The district has a large Latino and English Learner population that has made tremendous improvements in student achievement in the past few years. The district faces challenges in educating the children of the Coachella Valley and is committed to improving educational outcomes so that more students go on to college and become respected members of a diverse global society.

Important dates and logistics: Application deadline is 11/18/2026 at 3:00 PM Pacific. Date posted: 9/23/2026. Contact: Lilia Castillo. Application Workshop: 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM. Job Fair: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM (bring photo ID) at Coachella Valley Unified School District Office, 87‑225 Church Street, Thermal, CA 92274. If you wish to have livescan completed at the job fair, bring government‑issued ID, social security card, and a money order for $74.00.

Responsibilities

Substitutes may be assigned to various classified positions based on their experience and the district's needs.

Requirements / Qualifications

• Ability to frequently lift 50 lbs., as well as frequent bending and reaching.
• TB clearance required upon hire.
• Submit a current resume.
• Submit two professional letters of recommendation dated within the past 12 months, each from a former or current supervisor.
• Application must be complete; blank or incomplete applications will not be accepted.
• If work/volunteer experience does not match any of the available substitute positions, the application will not be considered.
• Applications are reviewed on an as-needed basis.
• Selected candidates will be contacted