Substitute Para Educator or Substitute Teacher

With spring just around the corner, there’s no better time to start your journey as a substitute teacher or paraeducator. Our schools need your support this school year! Work in one or multiple of our partner school districts throughout Lewis County and select areas in Mason, Thurston, and Grays Harbor Counties. Enjoy the freedom of flexible scheduling and create a work schedule that perfectly fits your life.

Become a substitute.

• Positively impact the education of students in your own community.
• Feel good about the work you do.
• Earn steady income through short- and long-term substitute positions.
• Build a work schedule that works for you and your life.
• Select your favorite schools, subjects, and grade levels to inspire.

Substitute teacher responsibilities:

• Assume duties of the classroom teacher in accordance with school district lesson plans, school rules, and Kelly policies. This includes:
• Leading instruction in the classroom by conducting the teacher’s existing lesson plans
• Teaching students on a variety of classroom topics/courses
• Building positive relationships
• Assigning reasonable tasks and homework
• Empower students to learn, and encourage classroom participation
• Create a classroom environment that’s conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of students
• Adapt to the various learning styles of students
• For long-term assignments, it may be required to develop lessons plans, as well as create, administer, and grade tests and assignments

Substitute paraeducator responsibilities:

• Provide classroom assistance to the district/school teacher and support to the general education or special needs students.
• Ensure adequate supervision of students and classroom environment to assure health, welfare, and safety of students.
• Assist students in transition to and from classrooms, as needed
• Understand, address, and be attuned to the needs of each student, recognizing differences in their abilities and cognitive levels

Minimum requirements:

• High School Diploma/GED or its equivalent, must be 18 years of age or older
• Substitute Paraeducator: Most schools we partner with require a high school diploma or its equivalent, while a select couple require you to be a highly qualified paraeducator meaning that in addition to that high school diploma or its equivalent you’ll also need to meet one of the following requirements: Have received a qualifying score on the Education Testing Service (ETS) paraeducator assessment, hold an associate degree or higher from an accredited college or university, or have earned 72 quarter credits or 48 semester credits at the 100 level or higher at an accredited college or university.
• Substitute Teacher: WA Teaching or Substitute Certificate, or willingness to obtain Emergency Substitute Certificate with TOC’s guidance
• Ability to read, write and communicate in the English language fluently and effectively.
• No experience necessary; we provide training! Entry-level candidates encouraged to apply.
• Don’t have license but want to teach? No problem! We will guide you through the licensing process.

Long-term and full-time opportunities:

• In addition to day-to-day opportunities, we also staff long-term and building substitute positions.
• State license requirements are noted on the specific job if applicable. Please note, we must follow state licensing guidelines and only candidates with the necessary qualifications will be considered for these specialty roles.
• Browse our open long-term and full-time positions here: https://www.teachersoncall.com/talent/current-openings/.

Pay details:

• Rates vary by district.
• Teachers are generally paid a daily rate while all other positions are paid hourly, unless otherwise noted.
• TOC pays weekly and you will receive your approved compensation the following Friday of the week you have worked.

Perks you’ll enjoy as a substitute:

• Work part-time or full-time depending on your preferences and district needs
• Free ongoing professional development to keep your skills sharp
• Weekly pay, with rates dependent on position and school
• ACA-compliant health plan and other health options available for purchase, which may include: medical, dental, and vision
• Group insurance options*
• Free employee wellness program
• 401(K) Plan
• Paid Sick Leave dependent on state, county, or city requirements
• *Offered and administered by Enroll VB. These plans are not sponsored by Kelly.
• Learn more here: https://www.mykelly.com/help-support-working-with-kelly-us/#Benefits

Hiring process:

• Complete our brief online application now: www.teachersoncall.com/talent/apply-now (~5 min)
• Complete phone interview (~20 minutes)
• Complete new-hire paperwork/trainings (self-paced)
• Obtain licensure (if applicable)
• Background check (3-5 business days)
• You are an active substitute

Questions:

• Reach out to a recruiter at 800.713.4439 or megan.gibson@teachersoncall.com.
• If you know someone who would make a phenomenal substitute, share this job. We are always looking for more role models!

Our commitment to you:

It is the policy of Kelly Education to provide equal employment opportunity in recruitment, selection, training, compensation, promotion, job transfer, and assignments. We only base employment decisions on valid job requirements. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $16.84 - $23.12 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Flexible schedule
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• No nights
• No weekends
• On call

Application Question(s):

• Please provide a phone number to contact you at:
• Please provide an email to contact you at:

Work Location: In person

Salary : $17 - $23