26/27 Substitute Teacher

  • Mercer Island School District
  • Mercer Island, Washington
  • Full Time

Monday & Friday rate = $250

Tuesday-Thursday rate = $225

Bonus:

  • after 30 full time days (225 hours) = $500
  • each 15 full time days after (112.50 hours) = $250

POSITION TITLE: Substitute Teacher

QUALIFICATIONS: Valid Washington State Teaching Certificate

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

  • Maintain a positive learning environment and respond to the individual needs of the students.

  • Implement effective lessons in the absence of the regular Instructor.

  • Ensure that District policies are observed during all activities.

  • Create a safe classroom environment that is conducive to learning.

  • Keep all children in the classroom under supervision at all times.

  • Be familiar with fire exits, fire drill procedures, severe storm and tornado warning procedures. Review notes for the day, take attendance and follow the lesson plans of the teacher.

  • Maintain confidentiality as defined by the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA).

  • Demonstrate the ability to adapt to circumstances. Exhibit good judgment and use appropriate language or behavior while on assignment.

  • Report for duty 30 minutes early and remain on duty for the entire assignment, including planning time of the teacher.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS:

Abide by state statutes, school board policies and regulations.

  • Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.

  • Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulation.

  • Leave detailed notes for the teacher on any issues experienced during the day.

  • Other duties as assigned by the Principal, or the Substitute Coordinator

Job ID: 521619197
Originally Posted on: 5/18/2026

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