5th Grade Long Term Substitute

Portsmouth School District; United States; On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

The Portsmouth School District is looking for a Long-term Substitute to provide continuity of instruction at Dondero Elementary School. This position requires a Bachelor’s degree in education and state certification. You will be responsible for developing lesson plans, assessing student learning, and maintaining a safe classroom environment.

Candidates should have effective communication skills and the ability to foster a conducive learning atmosphere. Successful teaching experience is preferred, along with a commitment to professional development.

Qualifications

• State Certification in Teaching.
• Motor Vehicle Operator's License or ability to provide own transportation.
• Successful prior teaching experience for the appropriate grade level preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide continuity of instruction in the absence of regular faculty.
• Develop and administer school curriculum consistent with district goals.
• Conduct ongoing assessment of student learning and modify methods as needed.

Skills

Knowledge of current teaching methods

Ability to communicate effectively

Ability to organize and coordinate work

Education

Bachelor's degree in education discipline

Master's Degree preferred

Job description

Position Type: Long-term Substitute

Date Posted: 5/30/2026

Location: Dondero Elementary School

Long-term Substitute

Position Purpose

Under the general supervision of the School Principal, long-term substitutes are responsible for providing continuity of instruction to students in the absence of regular faculty members.

Essential Performance Responsibilities

• Support school regulations and policies.
• Complete other duties as assigned by hte supervisor.
• The administrators and teachers of the Portsmouth NH School Department work closely with substutue teachers to provide them with the instructional tools and support they need to carry out their task.
• Develops and administers school curriculum consistent with school district goals and objectives.
• Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction, and student learning.
• Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and translates lesson plans into learning experiences so as to best utilize the available time for instruction.
• Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning, and modifies instructional methods to fit individual student's needs, including students with special needs; conducts individual small group instruction as needed.
• Instructs students in the principles of responsible citizenship and other subject matters specified in applicable laws, as well as administrative regulations and procedures of the Portsmouth School Department.
• Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research.
• Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievement and attendance as required by district procedures and applicable laws.
• Ensures that student conduct conforms with the school's standards and school district policies, and establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.
• Coordinates with other middle school professional staff members, especially within grade level and specific subjects, to evaluate and assess curriculum, and participates in faculty meetings and committees.
• Supervises students in activities that take place out of the classroom during the school day, including activities involving school transportation.
• Teaches all required subject matters as assigned to the grade level, which may includereading, language arts, social studies, mathematics, science, art, health, physical education, and music to pupils in a classroom, utilizing course of study adopted by the Board of Education, and other appropriate learning activities NCLB.

Additional Duties

Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.

Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Equipment

Uses standard office equipment such as personal computers, printer, copy and fax machines, and telephone.

Travel Requirements

Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiated instruction based upon student learning styles.
• Knowledge of school curriculum and concepts, including all subject matters taught.
• Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans.
• Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
• Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed.
• Ability to organize and coordinate work.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards

Works in standard office and school building environments.

Note: Also see the Summary of Physical, Sensory and Environmental Requirements Needed to Perform Essential Job Duties for this position.

Qualifications Profile

• State Certification in Teaching.
• Motor Vehicle Operator's License or ability to provide own transportation.

Education

• Bachelors from an accredited college or university in education discipline applicable to teaching assignment.
• Master's Degree preferred.

Experience

Successful prior teaching experience for the appropriate grade level preferred.

Pay Rate

Follow Negotiated Long-term Substitute pay rate.