About this role
JOB SUMMARY This position creates and maintains a safe, positive learning environment working as a certificated substitute teacher in the Northshore School District. A certificated substitute teacher must hold a current Washington State teaching or substitute certificate, which gives the individual the ability to substitute in classrooms K-12. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES This list of essential functions is not exhaustive and may be supplemented as necessary in consultation with the employee(s) involved.
• Works on an on-call basis often times with short notice as a certificated substitute for the regular classroom teacher.
• Fosters and manages a safe, positive learning environment for all students
• Supervises student behavior and enforces rules and regulations of the school and District.
• Maintains appropriate student discipline consistent with District policies and procedures.
• Implements lesson plans following directions left by the classroom teacher.
• Motivates and engages students in learning.
• Adjusts instruction and modifies lesson plans based on student needs.
• Maintains cooperative working relationships with students, parents, district staff, and the community.
• Uses software and equipment for educational uses and in accordance with District policies.
• Adheres to the Code of Professional Conduct, District policies and procedures, and State/Federal laws and regulations.
• Performs related duties consistent with the job description and employee assignment.
REPORTING RELATIONSHIP Reports to the Building Administrator. SALARY 2026-27 Substitute Pay Rates are pending; 2025-26 Substitute Pay Rates Substitutes hired for twenty (20) consecutive days or longer will be placed on a non-continuing contract and paid according to their placement on the Teachers' Salary Schedule. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education and Experience Bachelor's degree required. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of developmental needs of students within assigned age range; knowledge of subject matter content and pedagogy; demonstrates organizational skills; skill in conflict resolution; ability to follow written directions; ability to communicate effectively with students and adults; ability to maintain effective working relationships with a wide range of stakeholders; ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing; ability to adapt to changes quickly; ability to maintain confidentiality; ability to effectively use classroom technology; ability to learn new policies and procedures quickly. License Requirements A valid Washington State Teaching Certificate APPLICATION PROCEDURE Click "Login and Apply" to start your application. Complete all steps in the application process so that we may fully consider you. Incomplete applications won't be considered. A minimum of two electronic confidential reference forms must be returned. ALL OFFFERS OF EMPLOYMENT ARE CONTINGENT ON satisfactory results of background checks with prior employers and/or character references; satisfactory outcome of a criminal history background check (includes fingerprinting); satisfactory outcome of sexual misconduct information from prior school district employers; and approval by the Northshore School Board. BENEFITS Substitutes become benefit eligible after subbing for 630 hours during the school year. Your coverage would go from the first of the month after reaching the 630 hours though 8/31. After reaching 630 hours for two school years in a row, your coverage would be continuous for the following school year. Click here to view our Non-Discrimination Statement and Accommodation Policy.