8th Grade ELA Long-Term Substitute — 190-Day Contract

East Canton Middle School; East Canton (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

East Canton Middle School is seeking a Long-Term Substitute Teacher for 8th grade English Language Arts for the 2025-2026 school year. The role runs August through November with a 190-day contract and starts immediately.

The candidate must hold a bachelor’s degree and a valid teaching certificate or substitute license, and demonstrate strong communication and collaboration skills. The position reports to the Building Principal and requires building a commitment to equitable education and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• Valid teaching certificate or ability to obtain a substitute license.
• Philosophy that all students can and will learn.
• Excellent attendance record.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of Best Instructional Practices.
• Positive interpersonal skills.
• Professional verification of successful classroom teacher performance and/or student teaching experience.
• Willingness to comply with ethical and professional standards set by the State Board of Education.
• Ability to foster positive relationships with students, staff, parents and the community.
• Desire for ongoing professional growth.

Responsibilities

• Develop students’ cognitive capacity and respect for learning.
• Foster students’ self-esteem.
• Work with a diverse student population.
• Integrate leadership, technology, and communication into the curriculum.
• Plan and guide learning to meet program objectives.
• Maintain a classroom atmosphere conducive to learning.
• Use diagnostic and progress assessments.
• Select and use effective instructional methods and materials.
• Maintain open lines of communication with parents/guardians/staff.
• Engage in professional growth activities.
• Collaborate to support the district’s vision and goals.
• Integrate leadership, technology, and communication with a diverse population.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Classroom management

Professionalism

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Teaching certificate or substitute license

Job description

East Canton Middle School is seeking a Long-Term Substitute Teacher for 8th grade English Language Arts for the 2025-2026 school year. The role runs August through November with a 190-day contract and starts immediately.

The candidate must hold a bachelor’s degree and a valid teaching certificate or substitute license, and demonstrate strong communication and collaboration skills. The position reports to the Building Principal and requires building a commitment to equitable education and