Elementary Substitute Teacher

Details Posted: 16-Jul-26 Location: Seattle, Washington Type: Part Time Salary: 280.00/day Categories Substitute Teacher Salary Details Compensation is competitive with independent schools in the Seattle area. The rate for substituting for faculty, associate faculty, and specialist faculty is $280.00 for a full day (8:00 AM - 3:45 PM) or $140.00 for a half day (four hours). Required Education 4 Year Degree Description Are you... A curious and creative teacher excited to bridge intellect, heart, and imagination?A compassionate and collaborative educator and role model for students?An enthusiastic community member eager to build relationships?A teacher that loves empowering students through integrity, compassion and responsibility? Yes? Then read on! Ideal candidates possess a background in elementary education, previous experience working with diverse learners, and have a minimum of three years of experience as a teacher. We seek someone who enjoys partnering with faculty, is passionate, has a love of teaching students and is committed to meeting the needs of students in an elementary setting. Who We Are We are an independent PreK-5 school located in Wallingford's Good Shepherd Center. Meridian inspires children to approach learning with passion and curiosity. Classes are small, and our curriculum is challenging. We encourage students to be reflective and to explore a diversity of thoughts and perspectives. We ask a lot of our students. We ask them to try, to make mistakes, to rebound, to apologize, to move forward with integrity. We ask them to take intellectual risks and to be thoughtful, caring community members. As citizens of the world, we encourage them to make connections between themselves, their local community, and the larger global society. We strive for Meridian students to develop into curious, compassionate, responsible young adolescents who begin to understand the power that resides in their hearts and their minds. We believe the challenges of our world require culturally-competent, well-rounded, critical-thinking individuals prepared to be responsible and active global citizens. This is our work as educators in partnership with students and their families. We offer an academic education that balances the intellectual, emotional, and social growth of children. We believe a school community that is inclusive and diverse promotes a child’s sense of belonging. Meridian students learn to understand varying points of view, which over time will fuel innovation, creativity, and positive change for communities near and far. Job Summary Under minimal supervision, the Substitute Teacher provides an exceptional classroom experience for students, using place-based learning and across-team collaboration to plan and deliver excellent lessons to students. The is an on-call, as-needed position during the academic year. Specific Responsibilities Substitutes in the classroom as needed for faculty absences on an on-call basisDesigns and delivers instruction following the teacher-designed lesson plan in order to support students' needsSafely supervises all students and follows daily activity scheduleDemonstrates best instructional practices to deliver high-quality, developmentally appropriate lessons to studentsActively creates and maintains a well-managed, positive classroom environment that supports student engagement and motivationPossesses effective classroom management skills and the ability to create a positive, nurturing environment for studentsHas a commitment to ongoing cultural competence, professional development, and has the motivation to put these skills into practiceUnderstands and supports the school's mission through professional conduct and actions which demonstrates the core values and philosophy of the organizationSupports duty and teacher planning coverage as needed, including, but not limited to, lunch, recess, and dismissalEstablishes and cultivates community relations by maintaining open dialogue with all the school's constituencies Is familiar with and complies with all policies and regulations as put forth in the school's documentsTakes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, faculty, staff, equipment, materials, and facilitiesPerforms other duties as assigned Required Education And Experience Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university requiredTeaching certification in early learning and/or elementary education or related subject preferredExperience working with PreKindergarten and/or elementary school-aged childrenMinimum of one year of classroom teaching experience Training in inquiry-based curriculum preferredExperience working in an independent school environment preferred Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities Knowledge about PreKindergarten and/or elementary educationProficiency technology skills and the knowledge and ability to integrate technology into the curriculumExcellent organizational, interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skillsFlexibility, maturity, and a sense of humorAbility to keep information in the strictest of confidenceCommitment to diversity, equity, and inclusionProficient at working in Google Suite; ability to master common automated systems for record keeping, and confidently learn new technologyAbility to attend local field trips as neededAbility to stand, go up and down stairs frequently, and crouchAbility to sit on the floor or small chairs for extended periods of timeAbility to lift more than 20 pounds, interact with students, and move around the classroomAbility to work outside in any weather If this sounds like you, please send a resume and a cover letter indicating why you are interested in the position and in The Meridian School to employment@meridianschool.edu . Don't meet every single requirement? At Meridian we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. If you are excited about this role but your past experience does not align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. Position open until filled. No phone calls or drop-ins please. The Meridian School is an equal opportunity employer. This means we do not discriminate in employment decisions or policies in violation of law on the basis of any legally protected status, including race, color, national origin, citizenship status, creed, religion, gender, national origin, age (over 40), marital status, physical or mental disability, use of a trained service animal, gender identity, sexual orientation, political ideology, HIV status, and veteran status. Our policy of non-discrimination applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to hiring, placement, promotion, termination, reduction in force, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. We comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws that prohibit discrimination in employment. This policy applies to admissions and administration of all of its programs, as well as to all areas of employment. Visit our website at www.meridianschool.edu. Create a Job Match for Similar Jobs About The Meridian School ABOUT MERIDIAN Founded in 1976, The Meridian School is an independent, co-ed elementary school (Pre-K-5), located in the historic Good Shepherd Center in Seattle’s Wallingford neighborhood. The Meridian School is a place where the joy of childhood infuses the excitement of learning. By integrating curriculum, citizenship, and community, we provide the foundation for well-rounded students. Committed to developing global citizens in an equitable and inclusive culture, Meridian promotes diversity of thought and identity and actively seeks dedicated and engaged culturally competent faculty and staff from diverse backgrounds. OUR MISSION The Meridian School cultivates a balance of mind and heart to nurture caring and confident learners prepared to thrive in and contribute to their local and global communities. The Meridian School is an equal-opportunity employer. This means we do not discriminate in employment decisions or policies in violation of law on the basis of any legally protected status, including race, color, national origin, citizenship status, creed, religion, gender, national origin, age (over 40), marital status, physical or mental disability, use of a tra...ined service animal, gender identity, sexual orientation, political ideology, HIV status, and veteran status. Our policy of non-discrimination applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to hiring, placement, promotion, termination, reduction in force, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. We comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws that prohibit discrimination in employment. This policy applies to admissions and administration of all of its programs, as well as to all areas of employment. Show more Show less Connections working at The Meridian School https://careers.nais.org/jobs/22431737/elementary-substitute-teacher