Flexible Substitute Teacher — Daily to Long-Term Roles

Hartfordschools; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 21,771 - 52,951; Part time

Job summary

ReNEW Schools in Hartford, Connecticut, is currently seeking qualified Substitute Teachers for the 2026-2027 school year. The roles vary: Daily Substitute offers flexibility, Building Substitute maintains regular schedules, and Long-Term Substitutes take on full responsibilities after 35 days.

Qualified candidates may have a bachelor’s degree or a high school diploma, with pay rates ranging from $118 to $287 per day based on qualifications and experience.

Qualifications

• Knowledge in reading, writing, and mathematics.
• Ability to implement instructional plans.
• Capacity to create a positive learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Communicate effectively with students.
• Implement instructional plans.
• Establish positive classroom discipline.

Skills

Classroom management

Effective communication

Organization skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree

High School Diploma

Job description

We are currently accepting applications from highly qualified and high-performing substitute teacher candidates for current and future opportunities during the 2026-2027 school year in the following areas:

• Daily Substitute: Work at various schools across the district; pick-up daily or weekly assignments; flexible schedule
• Building Substitute: Assigned to one specific school; regular daily schedule; build strong relationships with staff and students; opportunity for additional responsibilities; deeper school involvement
• Long-Term Substitute: Fill specific classroom assignment for 35+ days; full teacher responsibilities (lessons, grading, meetings); rate increase to $287/day after working 35 consecutive school days

POSITION SUMMARY: In the absence of the regular classroom teacher on a daily or long term basis, the substitute teacher is responsible for the continuation of all learning activities in the classroom. As such, they are expected to be knowledgeable about instruction and demonstrate facility in the basic skills of reading, writing, and mathematics. Substitute teachers are expected to effectively communicate with students and establish a positive climate and maintain classroom discipline.

TYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Demonstrates facility in the skills of reading, writing, and mathematics
• Effectively implements instructional plans left by the classroom teacher or building administrators and uses appropriate instructional techniques
• Effectively communicates with students
• Helps students develop positive self-concepts
• Establishes a positive learning environment
• Demonstrates effective classroom management techniques
• Communicates with the teacher they have replaced and/or the building administrator, to ensure a seamless flow of learning
• Becomes familiar with fire drill procedures
• Keeps a dated list of pupil attendance
• Follows classroom procedures as outlined by the classroom teacher

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Conferred bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university is preferred
• High School Diploma is acceptable
• Effective organization skills with regard to the utilization of time, space, materials, and equipment for instruction
• Demonstrated knowledge and skill in classroom management
• Evidence of ability to work cooperatively with administrators, teachers and non-certified staff
• Effective written and oral communication
• Ability to be flexible in work assignments
• Long-Term Substitutes are required to have a conferred bachelor's degree, 12 credits in subject area, and Connecticut State Department of Education (CSDE) Form 175 submitted to the CSDE for approval by the district

SALARY AND TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:The rate of pay for a daily substitute teacher with a HS diploma and less than a bachelor's degree is $118 per day.The rate of pay for a substitute teacher with a bachelor’s degree is $162 per day.The rate of pay for a substitute teacher with a Connecticut teacher certification is $177 per day. The rate of pay for a long-term substitute teacher with a bachelor's degree after 35 consecutive days in the same assignment is $287 per day.

UNION AFFILIATION:The Hartford Federation of Substitute Teachers (HFST)

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:To be considered, all internal and external applicants must fully complete a Hartford Public Schools’ online application, which can be accessed through our Applicant Tracking System, Nimble, athttps://app.hirenimble.com/jobs/hartford.Candidates’ application and supporting documents will be reviewed.Candidates will be contacted directly by hiring managers for interviews.

Hartford Public Schools (Hartford, Connecticut) is a diverse community of educators and 16,000 students attending 39 distinctive magnet, community, and neighborhood schools located in Connecticut's capital city. Our values are excellence, equity, inclusiveness, collaboration, transparency, and continuous improvement. Our mission is to provide all students with the learning and support needed to succeed in school and life, and our shared vision is that all students will graduate prepared to transform our world.

"Set the bar. Meet the bar. Exceed the bar. Raise the bar!" is the motto of Hartford Public Schools' Superintendent and CEO, Dr. Andraé Townsel. We are committed to continuous improvement, knowing that consistent growth toward abundant academic proficiency and excellence will raise the bar for our students in Hartford.

Achieving this vision requires exceptional educators who share our commitment to every student. In HPS, we recruit and select diverse educators who are committed to our instructional vision: to develop students' individual academic, social, and emotional capacities and growth within the classroom and beyond.If this resonates with you and you're passionate about empowering students to reach their full potential, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now to explore opportunities with Hartford Public Schools.Passion and purpose thrive here!

An Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, M/F/V/D

Note:This posting does not necessarily reflect vacancies in the respective subject area and is solely intended to generate a talent pool for current and future Adult Support Paraeducator opportunities.The above description covers the principle duties and responsibilities of the position.The description should not, however, be construed as a complete listing of all duties or as a contract.In all cases, these relationships, functions, and their applications are subject to change by the superintendent of schools.