On-Call Substitute Teacher
Posted: 01-Jul-26 | Location: Seattle, Washington | Part-time temporary position
About the role
UPrep is seeking to develop a list of on-call substitute teachers for various disciplines and grade levels to help advance our vision of being an inclusive community of learners that provides an outstanding education for each individual in a diverse student population. We’re looking for energetic individuals who can adapt quickly to changing circumstances, work effectively independently as well as part of a team, and are passionate about teaching middle school and high school-aged children and enhancing student life.
We are looking for staff and faculty who share our belief that a culturally rich and inclusive school community provides students with the best possible environment for a quality education.
Who We Are
UPrep is a 6–12 independent school in northeast Seattle, WA, one of the country’s most dynamic cities. We offer an intellectually rich education that fosters deep inquiry and critical thinking powered by student engagement. Our students graduate prepared for college and life. UPrep is a strong and vibrant community of students, families, faculty, staff, and alumni that joins together to support our students in becoming caring and productive adults.
UPrep is a place where all students and families have equitable access to all the school has to offer, and we aspire for all community members to feel like they belong. We believe that our shared values of integrity, respect, and responsibility are essential to accomplish our mission to develop each student’s potential to become an intellectually courageous, socially responsible citizen of the world.
Responsibilities
- Provides classroom instruction and management
- Is familiar with and complies with all policies and regulations as put forth in the school’s documents
- Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, faculty, staff, equipment, materials, and facilities
- Implements existing lesson plans with fidelity, ensuring academic continuity and meeting the primary teacher’s daily learning objectives
- Provides meaningful feedback on student work completed during the day and leaves detailed notes for the returning classroom teacher regarding student progress and behavior
- Accurately tracks and records daily attendance and tardiness
- Fulfills non-instructional supervisory duties as assigned, which may include monitoring hallways, lunch periods, and recess
- Upholds and enforces the school’s student code of conduct including dress code, technology use policies, and behavioral expectations
- Escorts and supervises students during school-wide events, assemblies, or emergency drills occurring during the assignment period
- Checks and responds to school email promptly on assignment days for updates regarding schedule changes, special schedules, or student needs
- Performs other duties as assigned
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university in one of the following disciplines: English, Math, History, Science, Languages (Chinese, French, and/or Spanish), Fine Arts, or Physical Education (required)
- Master’s degree (preferred)
- 2+ years’ teaching experience in a related field (required)
- 5+ years’ teaching experience (preferred)
Skills
- Flexibility and adaptability to meet the needs of the students and program
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to maintain confidential information
- Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusivity
- Ability to work efficiently in a Microsoft Windows or Mac environment using Office, master common automated systems for record keeping, and learn new technology
- Comfortable with operating Audio/Visual equipment
- Ability to work and communicate well with all levels of faculty and staff
- Ability to work and communicate well with students and their parents
Pay
- $115 for 3.5 hours (half day)
- $230 for 7 hours (full day)
Benefits
Since this position is part-time and temporary, only mandated benefits are offered.