Grade 5 ELA and Social Studies: Short-Term Substitute Teacher

Region One School District; Kent (CT); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Kent Center School in Kent, CT seeks a Short-Term English Language Arts & Social Studies Teacher for Grade 5. The temporary assignment runs roughly Dec 3–22, 2026, delivering inquiry-based literacy instruction and supporting student growth in academic and social-emotional skills.

Under the principal's supervision, the teacher will implement district curricula, differentiate instruction to meet needs, and foster a safe, engaging learning environment while collaborating with staff and families.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required (Master's preferred).
• Connecticut teaching certification preferred but not required.
• Experience with elementary literacy or social studies instruction preferred.
• Knowledge of Connecticut Core Standards, inquiry-based learning, and differentiation.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and collaboration skills.
• Proficiency with instructional technology.
• Must pass federal and local background checks.
• Reliable transportation; ability to lift up to 30 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging instruction and content-area literacy to support critical thinking.
• Foster a student-centered, inquiry-based classroom environment.
• Integrate social-emotional learning and self-advocacy skills.
• Assess student performance and use data to guide instruction.
• Participate in MTSS, data, team, staff, attendance, and climate meetings.
• Communicate proactively with families regarding student progress and learning.
• Collaborate with teachers, support staff, and administration to ensure continuity of instruction.
• Attend professional learning aligned with district initiatives.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Collaboration

Differentiation

Literacy instruction

Content-area literacy

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Grade 5 ELA and Social Studies: Short-Term Substitute Teacher JobID: 1842

• Position Type:
  Substitute/ Substitute Teacher
• Date Posted:
  10/26/2026
• Location:
  Kent Center School
• Date Available:
  12/03/2026
• Closing Date:
  When Filled

Grade 5 ELA & Social Studies: Short-Term Substitute Teacher
Location: Kent Center School - Kent, CT
Duration: Approximately December 3 - 22, 2026

Kent Center School is seeking a Short-Term English Language Arts & Social Studies Teacher for Grade 5. This role is responsible for delivering high-quality, inquiry-based literacy instruction while supporting student growth in academic and social-emotional skills.

Position Purpose:
Under the general supervision of the School Principal, the Grade 5 Teacher will facilitate student success by implementing district-approved curriculum, delivering instruction aligned to Connecticut State Standards, differentiating to meet individual student needs, and fostering a safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environment.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree required (Master's preferred)
• Connecticut teaching certification preferred but not required. Experience working with elementary-aged students, particularly in literacy or social studies instruction, is strongly preferred.
• Experience or coursework in literacy strongly preferred
• Knowledge of Connecticut Core Standards, inquiry-based learning, and differentiation
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and collaboration skills
• Proficiency with instructional technology
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism
• Must pass federal and local background checks
• Reliable transportation required
• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs
• Deliver engaging instruction and content-area literacy to support critical thinking
• Foster a student-centered, inquiry-based classroom environment
• Integrate and model social-emotional learning and self-advocacy skills
• Assess student performance and use data to guide instruction
• Participate in MTSS, data, team, staff, attendance, and climate meetings
• Communicate proactively with families regarding student progress and classroom learning
• Collaborate with classroom teachers, support staff, and administration to ensure continuity of instruction
• Attend professional learning aligned with district initiatives

Perform other duties as assigned by the school or district

Compensation:

• This temporary assignment is anticipated to last approximately 14 consecutive workdays.
• Under the district's Short-Term Substitute classification, this position is not eligible for district-sponsored health insurance benefits, subject to applicable law and governing plan provisions.

Requirements:

• Must pass federal and local background checks.
• Must have reliable transportation.
• Must complete all pre-employment requirements before the start date.
• Applicants will be screened on an ongoing basis; early applications are encouraged.
• Interviews with a possible second interview and sample lesson.

For more information, please contact Principal Michelle Mott at [e-mail].

It is the policy of the Region One School District that no person shall be excluded from participation in, denied the benefits of, or otherwise discriminated against under any program, including employment, because of race, color, religious creed, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation and past/present history of mental disorder, learning disability, and physical disability. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.