Substitute Teachers (Beginning & Lower School)

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📍 Portland, ORTEMPORARY💰 USD 57+

About this role

Catlin Gabel School, in Portland, OR is seeking substitute teachers for the Beginning School (Preschool and Kindergarten) and Lower School (grades 1-5) in the following areas:

 

  • Homeroom (reading, writing, social studies, mathematics)
  • Spanish
  • Mandarin Chinese
  • Art
  • Music
  • Woodshop
  • Science
  • Physical education

 

As a Substitute Teacher, your primary responsibility is to fill in for regular classroom teachers when they are absent. Your role is crucial in ensuring a continuous and effective learning environment for students during the teacher's absence. 

 

Beginning and Lower School Teacher Substitute Pay:

 

1 unit* (1-2hrs) = $57.00)

2 units (3-4hrs) = $113.00)

3 units (5-6hrs) = $169.00)

Full day = not to exceed $225.00)

*1 unit equals 1- 2 hours in Beginning and Lower School

 

REQUIREMENTS:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Education or Elementary/Early Childhood Education required; MA preferred
  • Minimum 2 years’ experience teaching early childhood and/or elementary school-age children
  • Must be able to pass a background check through Oregon Child Care Division and Oregon Department of Education
  • Current Childcare Background Registry (CBR) enrollment preferred (required to work with Preschool students)
  • CPR/First Aid/AED certification preferred (required to work with Preschool students)

 

 

SCHEDULE:

Substitutes are contacted to work on an as-needed basis throughout the school year (September-June) and subject their availability.  A full day in the Beginning and Lower Schools is 8:00 am-3:30 pm.

 

Review of applications begins immediately, and position is open until filled.


 

 

 

 

 

 

 


Frequently Asked Questions

What is the salary for the Substitute Teachers (Beginning & Lower School) role at Catlin Gabel School?
The listed salary for this Substitute Teachers (Beginning & Lower School) position at Catlin Gabel School is USD 57+. This is an TEMPORARY role.
Where is the Substitute Teachers (Beginning & Lower School) position at Catlin Gabel School located?
This Substitute Teachers (Beginning & Lower School) role at Catlin Gabel School is based in Portland, OR. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Substitute Teachers (Beginning & Lower School) role at Catlin Gabel School full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a TEMPORARY position. It is posted as a Substitute Teachers (Beginning & Lower School) role in the Divisions department at Catlin Gabel School.
Which team or department does the Substitute Teachers (Beginning & Lower School) at Catlin Gabel School belong to?
This Substitute Teachers (Beginning & Lower School) position is part of the Divisions department at Catlin Gabel School. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the Substitute Teachers (Beginning & Lower School) position at Catlin Gabel School?
Click the "Apply Now" button on this page. You will be redirected to Catlin Gabel School's official application portal hosted on rippling where you can submit your application directly.
When was the Substitute Teachers (Beginning & Lower School) job at Catlin Gabel School posted?
This Substitute Teachers (Beginning & Lower School) position at Catlin Gabel School was posted on Aug 6, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Substitute Teachers (Beginning & Lower School)
Catlin Gabel School · 💰 USD 57+
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