Emergency Certificated Substitute Teacher

Emergency Certificated Substitute Teacher

Salary

$160.02 Daily

Location

District Wide

Job Type

Substitute

Job Number

2526-2

Department

SUBS

Division

EMERGENCY SUBSTITUTES

Opening Date

03/05/2026

Closing Date

Continuous

Bargaining Unit

N/A

• Description
• Benefits

Summary

Colville School District is now accepting applications for Emergency Certificated Substitute Teachers. To qualify, candidates must complete the certification process with Washington State Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI) and Colville School District to obtain an Emergency Certificate. Candidates need an active account created with OSPI and an active profile in the e-cert application. Create you account here: EDS-OSPI.

Applicants must demonstrate dedication, enthusiasm, and the ability to work effectively with students of all ages. Successful candidates will utilize sound teaching practices and strong classroom-management strategies while fostering a positive classroom environment, and promoting engaged learning.

Essential Duties

• Perform the same duties and follow the same workday schedule as regular teachers.

• Follow the lesson plan prepared by the regular teacher or comply with instructions from the principal.

• Collaborate positively with school staff to support the primary instructional goals of the Colville School District.

• Leave detailed notes for the regular teacher regarding the day's lessons and student behavior.

• Maintain a classroom climate built on mutual respect, rapport, fairness, and consistency.

• Preserve the classroom's "housekeeping" arrangement as established by the regular teacher.

• Administer no corporal punishment. Contact the principal in cases of serious behavior issues.

• Complete building report, including:

• Attendance reports

• Discipline referral, if necessary

• Additional duties for Long-Term substitutes:

• Complete student progress, report cards, and warning slips after conferring with the principal.

• Communicate with parents only with the approval of the principal.

• Report to the main office at the end of the school day to sign out and return keys, if necessary.

• Attend staff meetings unless excused by the principal.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here represent those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• The employee must exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally when carrying, pushing, or pulling to move objects.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds unaided and may lift more than 50 pounds with the assistance from another person or a lift assist.
• The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, stoop, kneel, crouch, and demonstrate significant fine finger dexterity.
• Specific vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• The employee will regularly work with inside conditions.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
• The employee will occasionally work in outside weather conditions.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Candidates must hold a bachelors degree as a requirement for employment.
• Employment is contingent upon clearance by the Washington State Patrol and the Federal Bureau of Investigation.
• Candidates must possess Emergency Substitute Certificate prior to placement in classroom.
• Ability to understand and apply learning styles research to instruction while following teacher or principal teaching instructions for daily assignments.
• Ability to plan, initiate, prepare, and implement teaching strategies aligned with the District's teaching plan for the day(s), providing effective teaching leadership (successful teaching experience preferred).
• Possess the capacity and motivation to learn developmental and behavioral expectations appropriate for students of various ages.
• Favorable reporting of a state and national fingerprint background check is required.

Supplemental Information

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and Educator who fully and actively supports equal access for all people, regardless of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, and the use of a trained dog guide or service animal, and equal access to the Boy Scouts of America and other designated youth groups. We prohibit retaliation against individuals who bring forth any complaint, orally or in writing, to the employer or the government, or against any individuals who assist or participate in the investigation of any complaint, or otherwise oppose discrimination. The following positions have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Civil Rights Coordinator - Exec. Director of Business & Operations, Section 504 Coordinator - Exec. Director of Student Services, Title IX Coordinator - Exec. Director of Student Services. Contact: 217 S. Hofstetter Street, Colville WA 99114 services@colsd.org 509-684-7850. The Colville School District is a drug free/tobacco free workplace. This organization requires a successful applicant to provide eligibility and verification of legal right to work in the United States in compliance with Immigration Reform and Control Act. Notice: The candidate selected will be hired on a temporary basis subject to favorable reporting of a state and national fingerprinting background. An Equal Opportunity Employer.

More than Just a Paycheck!

Employee benefits are not just about the kind of services you get, they are also about how much you may have to pay out of pocket. Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation. Employees are eligible for SEBB health benefits if Colville School District anticipates they will work at least 630 hours per school year (September 1 through August 31). Eligible Colville School District employees receive a comprehensive benefit package through the School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB). This includes medical, dental, vision, long term disability, life/AD&D insurance and other optional benefits.

Medical Insurance

Five plans are available to choose from if you reside in Stevens county. Medical insurance is optional. Employees who carry medical insurance will have a monthly out-of-pocket cost. Employees have the option to cover their family/dependents on medical insurance as well. SEBB Medical Benefits At-A-Glance

Dental Insurance

With three plans to choose from, dental insurance is provided free to the employee and their family/dependents. Dental Plan Comparison Side by Side

Vision Insurance

With three plans to choose from, vision insurance is provided free to the employee and their family/dependents. Compare Vision Plans Side by Side Tool

Life and AD&D Insurance

Basic life insurance ($35,000 policy) and accidental death and dismemberment ($5,000 policy) are free to the employee. The employee has the option to purchase additional life insurance. Life Insurance Details

Long-Term Disability Insurance

Basic long-term disability insurance is free to the employee. The employee has the option to purchase additional long-term disability insurance. Long Term Disability (LTD) Plan Info

Tax Saving Programs

Employee may elect to participate in tax-savings programs such as Flexible Spending Arrangements (FSAs) or Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP).

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

EAP coverage with Washington State Employee Assistance Program is free to the employee. The EAP promotes the health and well-being of employees and their household members by offering legal, financial and counseling consultations.

Work/Life Balance (Time Off Benefits)

We offer a robust leave program-including personal, sick, vacation (for eligible roles), bereavement, and holidays-with specific leave amounts varying by position. Additional benefits include leave sharing and annual buy-back options.

Retirement and Deferred Compensation

District Employees are members of the Washington Teachers Retirement System (TRS) or School Employees Retirement System (SERS). New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs. For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems web site.

Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP). This is a supplemental retirement savings program (similar to an IRA) that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.

Employer Colville School District 115

Address 217 S. Hofstetter St.

Colville, Washington, 99114

Phone 509-684-7850

Website colsd.org