English Language Arts - Long Term Substitute Teacher

Rogers High School; Newport (RI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Rogers High School in Newport, Rhode Island is seeking an English Language Arts Long Term Substitute Teacher to cover the December 18, 2026 - April 1, 2027 period. The role reports to the Building Principal and requires RI Certification with Secondary English endorsement.

The position involves delivering high school ELA instruction, developing lessons, and assessing student progress while collaborating with staff and parents. Per diem compensation applies.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid RI Certification with Secondary English endorsement.
• Be “Highly Qualified” as required by federal regulations under the No Child Left Behind Act.
• Experience in the teaching of English Language Arts.
• Ability to know and utilize technology in the teaching and learning process.

Responsibilities

• Teaches English Language Arts utilizing the school department's curriculum and other appropriate learning activities.
• Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and provides individualized and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each student.
• Translates lesson plans into learning experiences so as to best utilize the available time for instruction.
• Establishes and maintains standards of student behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.
• Evaluates students' academic and social growth, keeps appropriate records, and prepares progress reports.
• Communicates with parents through conferences and other means to discuss student's progress and interpret the school program.
• Identifies student needs and cooperates with other professional staff members in assessing and helping students solve health, attitude, and learning problems.
• Creates an effective environment for learning through functional and attractive displays, bulletin boards, and interest centers.
• Maintains professional competence through inservice education activities provided by the district and professional growth activities.
• Selects and requisitions books and instructional aids; maintains required inventory records.
• Supervises students in out-of-classroom activities during the assigned working day.
• Demonstrates an understanding of standards-based education and how it is implemented in the classroom.
• Administers group standardized tests in accordance with district testing program.
• Participates in curriculum development programs as required.
• Participates in faculty committees and the sponsorship of pupil activities.
• Performs such other duties as assigned by the principal.

Education

RI Certification with Secondary English endorsement

Job description

English Language Arts - Long Term Substitute Teacher

Newport Public School District Rogers High School - Newport, Rhode Island Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5969997

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 23, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

POSITION: English Language Arts - Long Term Substitute Teacher

LOCATION: Rogers High School

REPORTS TO: Building Principal

COVERAGE PERIOD: December 18, 2026 - April 1, 2027

JOB DESCRIPTION: To instruct High School students in English Language Arts.

EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE

• Must hold a valid RI Certification with Secondary English endorsement.
• Be “Highly Qualified” as required by federal regulations under the No Child Left Behind Act.
• Experience in the teaching of English Language Arts;
• Ability to know and utilize technology in the teaching and learning process;
• Demonstrated ability to perform the responsibilities below as evidenced by course work, educational experience, and the interview process.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Teaches English Language Arts utilizing the school department's curriculum and other appropriate learning activities;
• Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and provides individualized and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each student;
• Translates lesson plans into learning experiences so as to best utilize the available time for instruction;
• Establishes and maintains standards of student behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom;
• Evaluates students' academic and social growth, keeps appropriate records, and prepares progress reports;
• Communicates with parents through conferences and other means to discuss student's progress and interpret the school program;
• Identifies student needs and cooperates with other professional staff members in assessing and helping students solve health, attitude, and learning problems;
• Creates an effective environment for learning through functional and attractive displays, bulletin boards, and interest centers;
• Maintains professional competence through inservice education activities provided by the district and professional growth activities;
• Selects and requisitions books and instructional aids; maintains required inventory records;
• Supervises students in out-of-classroom activities during the assigned working day;
• Demonstrates an understanding of standards-based education and how it is implemented in the classroom.
• Administers group standardized tests in accordance with district testing program;
• Participates in curriculum development programs as required;
• Participates in faculty committees and the sponsorship of pupil activities;
• Performs such other duties as assigned by the principal.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:Per diem - $175/day

Applicants are not to approach members of the Newport School Committee. Individual contact between applicants and School Committee members may constitute grounds for disqualifying an application.

Providing Students Opportunities and Access to the World Through Quality Education

AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The Newport School Department does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, sex, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, color, disability or veteran status.

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Human Resources
• Central Office
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• Newport, Rhode Island 02840
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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