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Volunteers Of America Western Washington

Substitute Teacher

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A Substitute Teacher teaches or supervises classes for teachers who are away on leave or sick. May substitute for teachers at several different schools or school districts. May substitute for one day or for a longer term absence; may follow lesson plans developed by the regular teacher, or work with teacher who will be out to create new lesson plans and assignments.

$44,287 / year median in Washington

+17% projected growth

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Job Description

Substitute Teacher Volunteers Of America Western Washington - 3.3 Everett, WA Job Details Full-time $20.66 - $22.83 an hour 21 hours ago Benefits 403(b) matching Health savings account Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Employee assistance program Vision insurance 403(b)
Qualifications CPR Certification First Aid Certification Food Handler Certification Full Job Description About VOAWW:
Volunteers of America Western Washington is a non-profit organization operating in Western Washington for over 125 years. Our Christian roots drive us to put our faith into action for the benefit of every member of the community. We celebrate our unique perspectives that allow us to better serve and uplift our community - and each other. Benefits (Full time)
Vacation and Sick Time:
Vacation up to 200 hours, Sick time up to 108.64 hours Competitive compensation
Holidays:
8 paid per year + 2 paid floating holidays Medical, Dental, and Vision Health Savings Account (HSA) Flexible Savings Account (FSA) medical & dependent care Free Employee Assistance program 403(b) Retirement Plan matching Professional Development opportunities
General Function:
A Substitute Teacher is an on-call position that is generally responsible for providing assistance and support to other ECEAP or licensed childcare center staff. The substitute will receive instruction and guidance from the site manager. Other on-site staff may provide directions as needed or desired. Although every effort will be made in providing substitutes with as much advance notice as possible, there will be times when our programs may need to call upon the services at the last minute.
Principal Activities:
Provide classroom support as assigned to ensure continuity of care and learning when regular teaching staff are absent. Supervise and actively engage with children to promote learning, ensure their safety, maintain required adult-to-child ratios, and respond to individual developmental and behavioral needs. Facilitate age-appropriate small group activities that support children's social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development. Model professional practices that align with ECEAP Performance Standards, Washington State licensing requirements, and agency policies and procedures. Assist with maintaining a clean, organized, and safe classroom environment by completing routine housekeeping and classroom preparation tasks. Observe children's behavior and development and communicate concerns or significant observations to the Site Program Manager. Adapt to different classrooms, teaching teams, and daily routines while providing consistent, high-quality support to staff and children. Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned to support program operations and ensure quality services for children and families. Effect on
End Results:
Provides consistent, high-quality classroom support that ensures a safe, nurturing, and engaging learning environment for children when regular staff are unavailable. By maintaining compliance with ECEAP Performance Standards, state licensing requirements, and agency policies, this position helps minimize disruptions to program operations while supporting positive developmental outcomes for children and reliable services for families. #voaww1
Qualifications:
Substitutes are required to meet the same qualifications as those individuals working in the state funded ECEAP program or in licensed childcare. Associate or higher degree with the equivalent of 30 college quarter credits in early childhood education preferred. Valid Washington State Teaching Certificate with an endorsement in Early Childhood Education (Pre-K-Grade 3) or Early Childhood Special Education preferred. Substitutes are required to have the following documents on file with the agency if they are applicable: College transcripts STARS training certificates Current infant, child and adult first aid/CPR certification HIV/AIDS and Blood-Borne Pathogens training Hepatitis B vaccination Negative TB test results Current Food Handler's card
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and all employment-related decisions are made without consideration of individuals' race, sex, age, national origin, disability status or any other protected characteristic.