Elementary Substitute Teachers

Barrington-Public-Schools; Barrington (RI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Barrington Public Schools in Barrington, RI is seeking qualified individuals to serve as elementary substitute teachers for PK–5 classrooms when regular teachers are absent. The role requires delivering instruction, following lesson plans, and maintaining a safe, productive learning environment across Hampden Meadows, Primrose Hill, Nayatt, and Sowams schools.

Applicants should have at least a bachelor degree and 2 years of relevant experience preferred, with eligibility to work in the United

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree preferred.
• At least 2 years of relevant experience preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Responsibilities

• Instructional Delivery: Follow and implement the teacher’s daily lesson plans for core subjects (Math, Reading, Science, Social Studies).
• Classroom Management: Maintain order using the teacher's established rules; manage student transitions between subjects, lunch, and recess.
• Student Supervision: Ensure student safety at all times, including during hallway transitions, playground duty, and dismissal.
• Administrative Tasks: Take accurate attendance and lunch counts; collect completed student work.
• Communication: Leave a detailed end-of-day report for the permanent teacher regarding student progress, behavior, and any incomplete tasks.

Skills

Experience preferred

Education

Bachelor degree preferred

Job description

Elementary Substitute Teachers

Barrington Public Schools Hampden Meadows School - Barrington, Rhode Island Open in Google Maps Primrose Hill School - Barrington, Rhode Island Open in Google Maps Nayatt School - Barrington, Rhode Island Open in Google Maps Sowams School - Barrington, Rhode Island Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Rhode Island State DOE Consortium Job Board

Job Details

Job ID: 5893134

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 19, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Job Summary: To provide high-quality instruction and classroom management for students in grades PK–5 when the regular teacher is absent. The primary goal is to follow the established curriculum and ensure a safe, productive, and consistent learning environment.

• Instructional Delivery: Follow and implement the teacher’s daily lesson plans for core subjects (Math, Reading, Science, Social Studies).
• Classroom Management: Maintain order using the teacher's established rules; manage student transitions between subjects, lunch, and recess.
• Student Supervision: Ensure student safety at all times, including during hallway transitions, playground duty, and dismissal.
• Administrative Tasks: Take accurate attendance and lunch counts; collect completed student work.
• Communication: Leave a detailed end-of-day report for the permanent teacher regarding student progress, behavior, and any incomplete tasks.

Position Type: Part-time

Job Categories:

Substitute > Substitute

Welcome to Hampden Meadows School, Primrose Hill School, Nayatt School, Sowams School

Job Requirements

• At least 2 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Elisabeth Ridder , Assistant Principal
• 297 New Meadow Road
• Barrington, Rhode Island 02806
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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