Elementary Permanent PD Substitute for 2026-2027

Farmington Public Schools (CT); Farmington (CT); On-site; USD 23,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Farmington Public Schools (CT) seeks a Permanent PD Substitute for the 2026-2027 school year at Union Elementary School. This role provides instruction and classroom management in the absence of the regular teacher, with daily pay of $144 and hours from 8:30am to 3:30pm on school days.

The position guarantees assignments on school days and supports students while maintaining a productive learning environment. Bachelor's degree is preferred and prior educational experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Experience with children or in an educational setting is a plus.
• Ability to manage a classroom and adapt to teaching situations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Patience and flexibility for a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Follow lesson plans provided by the regular teacher to ensure continuity.
• Manage the classroom by maintaining student behavior and enforcing policies.
• Deliver instructional material in a clear, engaging manner.
• Supervise students during lunch, recess, and non-instructional times.
• Address individual needs and provide guidance as necessary.
• Communicate effectively with students, staff, and parents.
• Ensure student safety and report issues to the regular teacher or principal.

Skills

Classroom management

Communication

Patience

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

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Elementary Permanent PD Substitute for 2026-2027 JobID: 2807

• Position Type: Teaching - Substitute/ Substitute Teacher
• Date Posted: 8/10/2026
• Location: Union Elementary School
• Date Available: 08/31/2026

Union Elementary School: Permanent PD Substitute needed for the 2026-2027 school year!
GREAT opportunity for those interested in obtaining a teaching certification or those looking to support their local district. This position will allow direct experience working in the classroom as a teacher or paraprofessional.
PDSubdaily pay rate: $144 per day! Hours are 8:30am - 3:30pm School Days

All Permanent PD Substitutesareguaranteedan assignment every day that school is in session. Assignments will be made based on location of Teacher Professional Development as you will substitue for in those classrooms. PD is assigned therefore you will know in advance when you should report to a different elementary school. Position may terminate at the end of the 2026-2027 school year.

General Description: The Elementary Professional Development Substitute Teacher is responsible for providing instruction and classroom management for students in the absence of the regular classroom teacher. The substitute teacher ensures a productive learning environment, follows lesson plans, and adapts instruction to meet the needs of students.

Key Responsibilities:

• Follow lesson plans provided by the regular classroom teacher to ensure continuity of instruction.
• Manage the classroom by maintaining student behavior and enforcing school rules and policies.
• Deliver instructional material in a clear, engaging, and effective manner.
• Provide supervision for students during lunch, recess, and other non-instructional times as needed.
• Address and support the individual needs of students, providing additional guidance or assistance when necessary.
• Communicate effectively with students, staff, and parents when necessary.
• Ensure the safety and well-being of students at all times.
• Report any issues or concerns to the regular teacher or principal.
• Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree preferred
• Prior experience working with children or in an educational setting is a plus.
• Ability to manage a classroom and adapt to a variety of teaching situations.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Patience, flexibility, and the ability to work in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of basic educational principles and practices.

The Board of Education will not make employment decisions (including decisions related to hiring, assignment, compensation, promotion, demotion, disciplinary action and termination) on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, alienage, ancestry, disability (including pregnancy), genetic information, veteran status or gender identity or expression, except in the case of a bona fide occupational qualification. Questions concerning Title VI or Title IX compliance should be directed to: Veronica Ruzek, 14 Monteith Drive, Farmington, CT 06032 860-673-8270. Questions concerning Section 504 compliance should be directed to: Dr. Wendy shepard-Bannish, 14 Monteith Drive, Farmington, CT 06032 860-677-1791.