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Job Description
English/History Teacher (Long-Term Substitute)
JobID:
1490
Position Type:
High School Teaching/ELA/History
Date Posted:
6/23/2026
Location:
La Center High School, La Center, WA
Date Available:
09/28/2026
Closing Date:
Open Until Filled
The La Center School District is seeking an innovative, dynamic long-term substitute teacher to serve students at La Center High School. The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate a thorough kledge of current trends in education including curriculum and instructional practices, subject matter content, and the effective use of data to modify instruction and improve student learning.
Our Mission:
The mission of the La Center School District is to create a supportive learning environment that empowers students to reach their fullest potential. We will do this in partnership with families, themunity, staff and students to develop confident and self-reliant lifelong learners who can thrive in a rapidly changing, more technologically advanced and diverse society.
Position Summary:
The successful candidate will contribute to the district's mission of developing confident, self-reliant lifelong learners by teaching high school English Language Arts/History. The teacher will also actively participate in staff professional development.
Terms of Employment:
The anticipated dates of the assignment are September 28 - December 18, 2026 and are subject to change based on the needs of the district.
The successful candidate must be fingered. Employment is contingent upon a satisfactory background check and clearance by the Washington State Patrol and the Federal Bureau of Investigation.
Essential Functions:
Plan and implement a program of study to follow State and District standards that meet the individual needs and abilities of students by providing effective differentiated instruction using research-based practices
Annually establish student growth goals and develop strategies to ensure student growth
Implement instructional methods and materials that are identified best practices for achieving stated objectives for instruction and student success, including the use of technology
Guide the learning process toward the achievement of student oues
Collaborate with other staff to cooperatively plan, develop, and implement a course of instruction designed to meet the needs of students in all curriculum areas
Educate special needs students within the regular classroom environment in collaboration with other staff
Create a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to learning for all students
Collaborate with other staff to cooperatively develop effective, positive approaches for improving student behavior
Fulfill District, State and Federal testing requirements
Provide positive supports and guidance to a diverse population
Effectively manage student behavior
Assess students' academic learning and/or skills for the purpose of providing feedback to students, parents and administration regarding student progress, expectations, goals, etc.
Advise families of student progress for the purpose of supporting teacher's expectations, developing methods for improvement and/or reinforcing classroom goals
Maintain accurate,plete, confidential and timely records as required by law, District policy, and administrative regulations including attendance, IEP information, progress reports, cumulative records, and classroom inventory
Collaborate with school personnel and parents for the purpose of improving the quality of student performance, developing solutions and planning curriculum
Collaborate as a team to establish patterns of support with potential non-certificated personnel
Demonstrate a professional and positive attitude when carrying out responsibilities as a faculty member
Participate in building programs, including assemblies, contests, and other student activities
Contribute to the collaborative effort of all staff to meet individual student needs through participation in staff meetings, in-service programs, workshops, and seminars
Participate in activities beyond the regularly scheduled work day, as needed
Communicate effectively with students, parents, staff, andmunity partners
Attend required trainings and professional development opportunities to broaden expertise in the field of teaching
Maintain a neat, clean personal appearance and traits of a good role model for students; work apparel should be appropriate for a safe and professional work environment
Provide a safe learning environment for all students
Regular attendance to carry out the duties and responsibilities of the position
Perform other related duties as assigned
Required Qualifications:
Possess or immediately qualify for a Washington State teaching certificate with an endorsement appropriate to teach high school level English and History (e.g., English Language Arts, History, or Humanities)
Thorough kledge of current trends in curriculum and instructional practices, subject-matter content, and data-driven decision-making
Kledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Demonstrated ability to successfully employ effective teaching methods
Willingness and ability to attend ongoing professional development activities
Demonstrated ability tomunicate effectively both verbally and in writing with a diverse population of staff, students, families, andmunity members while maintaining a calm, professional demeanor and supporting an atmosp of warmth, cooperation and service to others
Demonstrated ability to treat all staff, students, parents, andmunity members with dignity
Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain positive relationships with students and staff
Strong self-initiative with an ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a flexible and cooperative manner in order to build and maintain effective teams and partnerships
Demonstrated ability to work effectively as a team member and analyze situations to define issues, draw conclusions, and determine resolutions and/or action plans
Punctual, with the ability to meet deadlines, adapt quickly to change and maintain flexibility in a dynamic work environment
Ability to maintain confidentiality in all district matters
Understand and implement district safety procedures
Ability to incorporate working kledge of Board Policies E-1 through E-4 into daily practice
Ability to learn and follow school district policies and procedures
Preferred Qualifications:
Prior teaching experience or experience as a long-term substitute
Additional Requirements:
Some stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing and/or pulling and fine finger dexterity are required
May experience prolonged exposure to visual display terminals as required
Ability to lift at least twenty (20) pounds with assistance
Salary:
$170/full day; $105/half-day for the first 20 consecutive days of the assignment; pay tafter is based on documented education and experience per the LCEA Negotiated Agreement.
Benefits:
Eligible employees may accrue sick leave at the rate of one (1) hour of sick leave for every 40 hours worked under Washington State law. Upon working 630 hours in a school year, eligible employees and their qualified dependents may be eligible for insurance benefits through School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB) which includes, medical, dental, and vision insurance and employer-paid long-term disability, life and AD&D insurance for the employee only. Optional benefits under SEBB include supplemental life, long-term disability, FSA and DCAP.