Anticipated Long Term Substitute Science Teacher

Regional School District 19; Storrs (CT); On-site; USD 52,791 - 63,882; Full time

Job summary

A local school district in Connecticut is seeking a motivated Long Term Substitute Science Teacher to enhance classroom diversity and provide practical knowledge in science. The candidate must possess or be eligible for Connecticut Educator Certificates in Biology and Chemistry. Responsibilities include offering engaging lessons and fostering a student-centered environment. The salary range is $52,791-63,882 and will be prorated for the duration of the assignment.

Qualifications

• Possessing or eligibility for Connecticut Educator Certificates in Biology and Chemistry.
• Ability to work effectively with all stakeholders.
• Experience or understanding of culturally relevant instruction.

Responsibilities

• Offer lessons based on local, state, and national standards.
• Conduct a student-centered classroom effectively.
• Provide multiple pathways for students to demonstrate skills mastery.
• Analyze data to inform instruction.
• Participate in professional development opportunities.

Skills

Culturally relevant instruction

Collaboration with stakeholders

Student-centered teaching

Education

Connecticut Educator Certificate: Biology 7-12 (030)

Connecticut Educator Certificate: Chemistry 7-12 (031)

Job description

Anticipated Long Term Substitute Science Teacher JobID: 369

• Position Type: Science/ Science - General
• Date Posted: 2/17/2026
• Location: Edwin O. Smith High School

E.O. Smith High School is seeking a motivated, enthusiastic, and thoughtful individual who can contribute to our school's diversity through their teaching, scholarship, and/or service to the institution.
The E.O. Smith Science department is committed to providing students with practical knowledge of how things work, the environmental complexities of the world around them, and the way the biological world, including their own bodies, functions.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Possess or be eligible for a Connecticut Educator Certificate: Biology 7-12 (030) and Chemistry 7-12 (031).
• Possess qualities and personal characteristics necessary to work effectively with all stakeholders.
• Demonstrate understanding of or have experience in providing culturally relevant instruction.

TEACHER RESPONSIBILITIES

• Offer challenging and relevant lessons providing a high quality experiences for student with different interests, needs and abilities and is based on local, state, and national standards.
• Effectively conduct a student-centered classroom.
• Provide multiple opportunities and pathways for students to demonstrate mastery of skills and concepts.
• Generate and analyze data to inform instruction.
• Actively participate in both department and school-wide professional development opportunities and school-sponsored events.

SALARY: In accordance with the agreement between the Region 19 Board of Education and the Region 19 Teachers' Association, the 2025-26 salary range is $52,791-63,882. Salary will be PRORATED for the duration of the assignment.

Anticipated start date and the duration of the assignment is to be determined.

E. O. Smith High School is committed to achieving and sustaining a diverse, equitable and just educational community. This includes our pledge to: i. embrace diversity in its broadest sense, by respecting diversity of viewpoints and experience, by expanding diversity in our teaching staff, and by providing a curriculum which includes the history, experience, accomplishments, and cultural richness of BIPOC individuals and communities in America ii. identify and pursue the work necessary to realize equity of access and opportunity for all our students iii. confront and dedicate ourselves to eradicating discrimination and intolerance directed against members of our BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ communities, our students with disabilities, and any members of our community who are survivors of unjust and inequitable practices. Region 19 is an equal opportunity/ affirmative action employer with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications by members of all underrepresented groups are encouraged.