7-8 Math Teacher: Short-Term Substitute

Region One School District; Wangum Village (CT); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Not eligible for district health保险

Job summary

Region One School District is seeking a Short-Term Mathematics Teacher for grades 7–8 at North Canaan Elementary School in North Canaan, CT. This temporary position lasts up to 60 school days and focuses on engaging, inquiry-based math instruction.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree (Master's preferred) and CT certification (preferred). They will differentiate instruction, assess student progress, use data to guide lessons, and collaborate with staff and families to support student

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required (Master's preferred).
• CT teaching certification preferred.
• Experience or coursework in math content preferred.
• Knowledge of Common Core, inquiry-based learning, differentiated instruction, and classroom management.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and collaboration skills.
• Proficiency with instructional technology.
• Ability to meet background checks and pre-employment screening requirements.
• Reliable transportation; ability to lift up to 30 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging 7–8 mathematics instruction and content-area literacy.
• Foster a student-centered, inquiry-based classroom environment.
• Integrate and model social-emotional learning and self-advocacy skills.
• Assess student performance and use data to guide instruction.
• Participate in MTSS, data, team, staff, attendance, and climate meetings.
• Communicate proactively with families regarding student progress.
• Collaborate with classroom teachers, support staff, and administration.
• Attend professional learning aligned with district initiatives.

Skills

Math instruction

Differentiated instruction

Data-driven instruction

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's preferred

CT teaching certification (preferred)

Tools

Instructional technology

Job description

Position Type: Elementary School Teaching/ Mathematics - Middle School

Date Posted: 10/22/2026

Date Available: When Filled

Closing Date: When Filled

7-8 Math Teacher: Short-Term Substitute

Location: North Canaan Elementary School - North Canaan, CT

Duration: Temporary assignment anticipated to last up to 60 school days.

North Canaan Elementary School is seeking a qualified and dedicated Short-Term Mathematics Teacher for grades 7–8. This role is responsible for delivering high-quality, inquiry-based mathematics instruction while supporting student growth in academic and social-emotional skills.

Position Purpose:

Under the general supervision of the School Principal, the Math Teacher will facilitate student success by implementing district-approved curriculum, delivering instruction aligned to NGSS standards, differentiating to meet individual student needs, and fostering a safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environment.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree required (Master's preferred)
• Valid Connecticut teaching certification appropriate to the assignment preferred.
• Experience or coursework in math content strongly preferred
• Knowledge of Common Core, inquiry-based learning, and differentiated instruction, and classroom management
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and collaboration skills
• Proficiency with instructional technology
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and deomonstrate professional judgment
• Must meet all applicable Connecticut substitute teaching and District employment requirements, including successful completion of required background checks, DCF checks, employment verification, and other pre-employment screening requirements.
• Reliable transportation required
• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs
• Plan and deliver engaging 7–8 mathematics instruction and content-area literacy to support mathematical thinking
• Foster a student-centered, inquiry-based classroom environment
• Integrate and model social-emotional learning and self-advocacy skills
• Assess student performance and use data to guide instruction
• Participate in MTSS, data, team, staff, attendance, and climate meetings
• Communicate proactively with families regarding student progress and classroom learning
• Collaborate with classroom teachers, support staff, and administration to ensure continuity of instruction
• Attend professional learning aligned with district initiatives

Perform other duties as assigned by the school or district

Benefits / Perks:

• This short-term substitute position is not eligible for District-provided health insurance benefits

Requirements:

• Must pass federal and local background checks.
• Must have reliable transportation.
• Must complete all pre-employment requirements before the start date.
• Applicants will be screened on an ongoing basis; early applications are encouraged.
• Interviews with a possible second interview and sample lesson.

For more information, please contact Principal Beth Johnson at [e-mail].

It is the policy of the Region One School District that no person shall be excluded from participation in, denied the benefits of, or otherwise discriminated against under any program, including employment, because of race, color, religious creed, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation and past/present history of mental disorder, learning disability, and physical disability. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.