K12 Substitute Teacher - Hiring Now

Limited Positions - Apply Now & Secure Your Classroom Role for the 2026-2027 School Year!
We’re hiring substitute teachers to support students in inclusive and special education classrooms. These are full-year opportunities to build classroom experience, develop your teaching practice, and make a lasting impact.
Talk to a recruiter today and get hired before the first bell rings. We are reserving roles in a first-come first-serve manner, so apply now to get your foot in the door and secure your next role before the first day of school!

About Zen Educate
Zen Educate partners with public and charter schools across various school districts. We help schools hire dedicated paraprofessionals and teaching assistants, creating smart, timely matches that support students with special education needs and build stronger school communities.

We're looking for adaptable and committed substitute teachers to support learning across a single school building. You’ll work with multiple classrooms, gaining valuable teaching experience and building lasting relationships in one consistent setting.

We are seeking licensed Teachers to join us supporting students.
In this role positively contributing to the lives of children in special education by supporting students with academic adaptations, and social/behavioral needs, and general classroom needs.

Responsibilities:
- Maintain a classroom environment that is conducive to learning
- Assign lessons and follow the classroom lesson plans
- Maintaining a safe learning environment
- Utilize a variety of learning methods to enhance students learning experiences and support them as needed
- Teachers would be expected to work with Neurodiverse students within a classroom setting

Required Qualifications:
Qualifications:
- Washington State Certified Substitute or Teachers License
- Bachelor’s degree or higher
- Applicants must have professional proficiency in English
- US Work Authorization - Zen Educate cannot provide sponsorship for an employment visa or relocation assistance at this time.

Experience:
- Prior experience working with children in a structured setting is an asset.
- Prior experience, personal or professional, assisting people with special needs or disabilities.

Physical Requirements:
- Comfortable being on your feet and moving around the classroom throughout the day
- Able to lift up to 20 lbs and safely assist students when needed (kneeling, bending, quick response)
- Additional physical requirements may be requested during your application process

Preferred Qualifications:
- Previous experience working in special education
- Teaching, Behavioral Technician, or PCA experience
- Crisis prevention (CPI) training
- CPR certification

Salary
Pay: $30 - $35 per hour, paid weekly.
Schedule: Subbing/on Call (Minimum 1 day per week) or 5 days throughout Monday to Friday, within hours of 7:30 - 3:00/4:30 pm, depending on school demand and schedule

Benefits:
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance available to employees after 1 year and 1,560 hours/year worked
- 401(k) retirement plan with no match
- No paid vacation or company holidays
- Washington State Paid Sick Leave (accrued at 1 hour per 40 hours worked)
- Weekly Direct Deposit

Don’t wait! Apply and connect with a recruiter today and take the first step toward your future in education.

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