Long-Term Substitute Counseling Pool

Renton School District is looking for qualified School Counselor candidates who are interested in working as a long-term Substitute School Counselor (20‑44 days). Substitute counselors work at all levels K‑12. Position Details Position Type: Certificated Substitute/ Certificated Substitute Date Posted: 2/13/2026 Location: Various Locations Substitute Counselors applying to this post must hold a Washington State ESA Certificate with a School Counselor endorsement.

PRIMARY PURPOSE

The Substitute Counselor is responsible for helping to carry out the counseling program's essential functions in the absence of the regular counselor. (See job description attached.) Substitute counselors work on an as needed basis during the school year to fill long‑term absences only. Work hours will vary based on the assignment. Substitute Counselors can only substitute as a School Counselor unless you also have a valid Washington State teaching certificate.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Valid Washington State ESA certificate with School Counselor endorsement. Demonstrated ability to implement the ongoing instructional plan and maintain a classroom atmosphere conducive to learning in the absence of the regular teacher. Cultural Competency; ability to effectively work with diverse populations. We are looking for amazing people who have diverse backgrounds and experiences, are inspired by our mission and values of service, excellence and equity, and are highly motivated to change children's lives through education. We value diversity of ethnicity, race, socioeconomic status, sexual identity, gender, religion, language, ability, and experience. We encourage applicants who may historically self‑select out of hiring processes due to structural and historical inequities to apply. These include but are not limited to, Black, Indigenous and people of color (BIPOC), LGBTQIA+, women, veterans, and people living with disabilities. Renton School District employee benefits are administered by the Washington State Healthcare Authority (HCA) under the School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB). Click HERE for an overview of available benefit options. Eligibility for benefits is determined by the number of hours employees are anticipated to work during the school year (September 1 through August 31). Any employee who is scheduled to work 630 hours or more in a year is eligible for benefits. Non‑Discrimination Policy Postings current as of 7/7/2026 1:35:56 PM CST. #J-18808-Ljbffr Renton School District