Substitute Teacher 2026-2027

Nine Mile Falls School District

Job Title: Substitute Teacher

Make a difference in a classroom.

Nine Mile Falls School District is seeking Substitute Teachers who understand that a day in the classroom is never just a day. Students notice who shows up. They notice when a teacher learns their name, gives them another way into the lesson, or helps the room feel steady when their regular teacher is away.

Substitute teaching means carrying forward the learning already in motion while bringing your own presence to the room. Some days will follow the plan closely. Other days will ask you to adjust in the moment. In both, students are still deciding what school feels like for them.

Whether you work with us once in a while or more often, you are part of the school day in a real way. Our schools trust substitutes to care for students and support the classroom. One respectful interaction can stay with a student longer than anyone realizes. For one student, a good day may open a new thought about what is possible after high school. For another, it may simply make school feel possible again.

Be that teacher for our students, even for a day.

Salary: Substitute Teachers will earn $150 per full day or $75 per half day.

Benefits: Substitutes will accrue 1 hour of sick leave for every 40 hours worked. Substitutes who work 630 hours will become benefit-eligible for the remainder of the school year. Standard benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and Long-Term Disability. Benefits are provided through the School Employee Benefits Board (SEBB) at https://www.hca.wa.gov/employee-retiree-benefits/school-employees

Work Location: Nine Mile Falls School District

Nature and Scope of Job:

Under the direction and supervision of the principal/designee, this teaching position will substitute for regular district teachers by planning instruction as needed, teaching, and assessing students in assigned grade(s)/subject area(s). This teaching position will promote our district's Shared Values and Core Beliefs regarding high-quality education for all students.

Position Reports To: Building Administrator / Superintendent

Classification: Substitute Certificated Teacher

Work Day: Monday - Friday; Hours Vary

Begin: 2026/2027 School Year

Primary Job Functions

• Demonstrated ability to develop appropriate learning objectives and learning targets.
• Demonstrate instructional skill in the assigned grade(s)/content area(s).
• Current knowledge of and ability to apply multiple teaching techniques.
• Demonstrate ability to work as part of an integrated teaching team.
• Demonstrate knowledge and skill in initiating and applying effective classroom management strategies.
• Demonstrate knowledge of the emotional, physical, intellectual and social needs of students.
• Encourage students to think independently and to express original ideas.
• Must be open minded, enthusiastic, and flexible in meeting the needs of students and the community.
• Willingness to commit to and support school wide goals and practices, as needed.
• Actively participate in and/or support district and building Professional Learning Communities (PLCs), as needed.
• Ability to confer and communicate with parents and school/district staff regarding student progress, as required.
• Ability to maintain a positive classroom environment through the use of appropriate discipline and classroom management techniques, with clear systems and structures implemented consistent with School District policies, procedures and practices.
• Knowledge and application of current technology.
• Ability to communicate and establish rapport with children, parents, staff, community and administrative personnel.
• Other duties as assigned.

DESIRED CHARACTERISTICS:

• Flexibility/Coachability
• Ability to organize ideas, time and materials to accomplish goals
• Enthusiastic
• Ability to express ideas clearly
• Ability to learn new ideas and skills
• Ability and willingness to develop favorable relationships with students
• Willingness to model behavior appropriate to district and community expectations

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Requirements

• Current Washington State Teaching Certificate with appropriate endorsements
• Current WSP/FBI clearance

APPLICATION STEPS

Submit a complete application through RedRover.

Upon Hire:

If an offer of employment is made, new employees must complete a background check for criminal history, including a fingerprint check by the Washington State Patrol and the Federal Bureau of Investigation. Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful outcome of the criminal history background check and approval by the Nine Mile Falls School District Board of Directors.

In the Nine Mile Falls School District

… each student will succeed

… effective instruction is paramount

… quality leadership matters

… reflection improves our practice

… we are each other's best resource

… positive relationships are foundational to our success

We continue to act in a way that matches our beliefs.

For questions, please contact:

Kyle Stussi, Human Resources Specialist

(509) 340-4302

The Nine Mile Falls School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination:

Title IX and Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator

Jeff Baerwald

10110 W Charles Road

Nine Mile Falls WA 99026

509-340-4300

JBaerwald@9mile.org

Section 504/ADA Coordinator

Michelle Mace

10110 W Charles Road

Nine Mile Falls WA 99026

509-340-4300

MMace@9mile.org