Posting # 75-26/27

Job Title: Elementary Long-Term Substitute Teacher, 1.0 FTE (Two Positions: First Grade and Fourth Grade)

Assignment Type: Temporary / Leave Replacement (This is a temporary assignment to cover an approved leave and does not constitute a vacancy or continuing position.)

Lake Spokane Elementary is seeking two 1.0 FTE long-term substitute teachers for leave-replacement assignments expected to begin in April 2027 and continue through the end of the school year, currently scheduled for June 11, 2027. One assignment is in first grade and the other is in fourth grade. Applicants will be considered for both assignments and may state a preference in their application materials.

Location: Lake Spokane Elementary

Open: November 13, 2026

First File Review: December 30, 2026

A Lot Can Happen Before the Last Bell

By April, first graders know where the good crayons are kept. Fourth graders can calculate the minutes until recess with impressive accuracy. They also know when an adult is truly paying attention. The calendar may be moving toward summer, but students are still making connections that took all year to build. How these final weeks unfold will shape how they remember the year.

You will enter a classroom with established routines and learning already in motion. The plans left by the classroom teacher provide a strong starting point. Your professional judgment will carry the work from there. That may mean changing course when a lesson is not landing or slowing down because a student is finally ready to understand it. It may also mean recognizing that a missing glue stick has temporarily become a matter of great public concern. The work asks you to notice what is happening and respond in a way that helps students keep going.

Lake Spokane staff share what they know because students are better served when adults stay connected. You will be trusted to make sound decisions and ask for context when you need it. The teachers who step into these rooms become part of the school community from the first day. Their steady presence will help students finish the year feeling known and capable, with one more teacher in their corner when it matters.

Terms of Employment and Salary:

As outlined by and in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement (CBA) of Nine Mile Falls Education Association (NMEA) and the Policies and Procedures of Nine Mile Falls School District. CBAs and Salary Schedules can be reviewed from the For Employees page of the Nine Mile Falls School District website at 9mile.org. Nine Mile Falls policies and Procedures can be accessed online at 9mile.org under the Our District page.

The annual base salary range for this position is $55,870–$107,239. Salary placement is outlined in the Nine Mile Falls Education Association Collective Bargaining Agreement and is based on education, including degree and eligible credits/clock hours, and verified experience. Salary will be prorated based on FTE and assignment.

Each employee shall accumulate twelve (12) days of sick leave per year. An employee employed for less than a full term shall be entitled to a prorated part of the sick leave allowance. Each employee shall earn three (3) annual leave days per year. Employees with less than 1.0 FTE will receive a prorated share of annual leave based on their FTE.

Employees anticipated to work at least 630 hours per year will be eligible for benefits through the School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB). Standard benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and Long-Term Disability. Positions anticipated to work 70 hours or more per month for at least 5 months over the school year are eligible for retirement through the Washington State Department of Retirement Services.

Nature and Scope of Job:

These are two separate 1.0 FTE long-term substitute assignments at Lake Spokane Elementary. One assignment serves a first-grade classroom. The other serves a fourth-grade classroom. Each teacher will assume responsibility for instruction and daily classroom routines during an approved employee leave.

Each teacher will continue instruction using district curriculum and the plans already in place. Student information and professional judgment will guide adjustments as needs emerge. The teacher will maintain accurate records and communicate with families when needed. Close coordination with Lake Spokane staff will support continuity for students through the end of the school year.

The assignments may begin on different dates based on the approved leaves. Exact start and end dates will be confirmed with each selected candidate.

Position Reports To: Tim Smith, Principal

Classification: Certificated Teacher

Work Day: 8:15 am – 3:15 pm 2026/27 School Year Contracted Days

Anticipated Coverage: April 2027 through June 11, 2027. Start dates may differ between assignments based on the approved leaves. The end date is subject to changes in the school calendar.June 14 is reserved as a possible snow make-up day.

Begin: Anticipated April 2027; exact date varies by assignment.

Primary Job Functions

Develop and implement effective lesson plans and instructional materials that allow students to utilize and practice higher-level thinking skills.
Use available transition information and communicate with the principal or colleagues regarding instructional planning and student progress as needed.
Provide for large and small group and individualized instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each student.
Observe and evaluate student performance and development, and provide appropriate feedback on work utilizing methods such as assigning and grading classwork, homework, tests, and assignments.
Continually assess student progress, and implement effective lessons to meet individual student learning needs as determined by student assessment data.
Provide opportunities for students to self-reflect and track progress toward learning goals.
Maintain accurate and complete records of student progress and development.
Update all necessary records accurately and completely as required by laws, district policies, and school regulations.
Provide a safe, positive, and effective environment that reflects and facilitates learning.
Manage student behavior in the classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures in accordance with the policies and procedures of the school building and the district.
Work effectively with colleagues to evaluate and improve student learning.
Communicate student progress to families in a timely and professional manner.
Reflect on instructional effectiveness and adjust practice as needed to support student learning.

Contract Term: Continuing: Replacement: X Supplemental:

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Requirements

Current Washington State teaching certificate with an Elementary Education endorsement.
Successful completion of required WSP/FBI background clearance.
Maintain a consistent presence at the assigned work site and regular work hours.
Comply with all district policies and procedures.
Comply with the Code of Professional Conduct.
Perform related duties as assigned.

Desired Qualifications

Knowledge of elementary child development and effective instructional practices.
Ability to plan instruction using district curriculum and available student information.
Ability to establish clear classroom expectations while maintaining routines already in place.
Skill in using assessment information to adjust instruction.
Ability to communicate clearly with students and families.
Ability to work effectively with colleagues and support staff.
Ability to guide paraprofessionals or volunteers when assigned.
Willingness to reflect on instructional practice and respond to student needs.
Experience using PBIS or comparable positive behavior supports.
Ability to remain flexible as assignment needs change.

Environmental and Physical Requirements

Work is performed primarily in an indoor school environment. Some areas may not be air-conditioned.
Supervision may occur outdoors or during off-campus activities.
Regular movement throughout classrooms and school spaces is required.
The position may require standing for extended periods.
Accompany students to other school locations or field trips as assigned.

APPLICATION STEPS
Please complete all required steps in the RedRover application process so that we may fully consider your materials. Applications will be reviewed with care as the district selects a teacher for each assignment.

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.

For questions, please contact:
Kyle Stussi, SHRM-CP
Human Resources Specialist
kstussi@9mile.org
(509)340-4302

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.

The Nine Mile Falls School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, honorably-discharged veteran or military status, sex, sexual orientation including gender expression or identity, disability, marital status or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability 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

Elementary Teacher Long Term Sub - Lake Spokane Elementary