Elementary Teacher - Long-term Substitute - Ox Ridge

Darien Public Schools; Darien (CT); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Darien Public Schools in Darien, CT seeks an elementary long-term substitute teacher to cover an opening at Ox Ridge. The position is a leave replacement starting 10/1/2026, with compensation per Teachers' Contract based on degree and years of service.

The candidate must hold appropriate Connecticut elementary certification; CT certification requirements differ from NY and may need additional testing or coursework. The district supports certification progress.

Qualifications

• Requires appropriate Elementary Certification.
• Certification requirements in Connecticut differ from New York; NY certification may require CT certification.
• Darien Public Schools will assist applicants with the CT certification process.

Education

Elementary Certification

Job description

Elementary Teacher - Long-term Substitute - Ox Ridge JobID: 1679

• Position Type:
  Elementary School Teaching/ Elementary Classroom Teacher
  
• Date Posted:
  9/18/2026
  
• Location:
  Ox Ridge School
  
• Date Available:
  10/1/2026
  

VACANCY: ELEMENTARY CLASSROOM TEACHER - LEAVE REPLACEMENT - Ox Ridge

TERM: 10/1/2026 to end of current school year

COMPENSATION: Per Teachers' Contract - Salary based on degree and years of service

REQUIREMENT: Appropriate Elementary Certification

Certification requirements in Connecticut are different from those in New York. Candidates with New York Certification will need to apply for certification in Connecticut. It is possible that certification in Connecticut will be issued contingent upon the completion of additional testing or coursework. The Darien Public Schools will assist applicants with the certification process in Connecticut.

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NONDISCRIMINATION STATEMENT

Darien Public Schools is committed to a policy of equal opportunity/affirmative action for all qualified persons and equal access to Boy Scouts of America and other designated youth groups. Darien Public Schools does not discriminate in any employment practice, education program, or educational activity on the basis of race, color, religious creed, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability (including, but not limited to, intellectual disability, past or present history of mental disorder, physical disability or learning disability), genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by Connecticut state and/or federal nondiscrimination laws. The Darien Public Schoolsdoes not unlawfully discriminate in employment and licensing against qualified persons with a prior criminal conviction. Inquiries regarding Darien Public Schools nondiscrimination policies should be directed to: Marjorie B. Cion, Director of Human Resources, [e-mail], 203-656-7406, Board of Education Offices, 35 Leroy Avenue, Darien, CT 06820.