Hart Magnet and Toquam Magnet Elementary Schools: Long-Term Substitute Multilingual Learners Teacher

Stamford Public Schools; Stamford (CT); On-site; USD 32,000 - 37,000; Part time

Job summary

Hart Magnet and Toquam Elementary Schools in Stamford, CT, are seeking a Long-Term Substitute Multilingual Learners Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. Compensation ranges from $175.00 per day for uncertified candidates to $200.00 per day for certified teachers.

The position requires CT certification or eligibility and a Bachelor's degree with 12 credits in the content area to be taught. Preference is given to teachers who are dually certified in TESOL, Bilingual Education, or ESL, with

Qualifications

• CT teaching certification is required or eligible.
• Bachelor's degree and 12 credits in the content area to be taught; Long-Term Substitute Authorization may be applied for.
• Preference for dually certified TESOL/Bilingual/ESL with Sheltered Instruction experience.

Responsibilities

• Replace the regular teacher on a daily or long-term basis and continue all learning activities.
• Communicate with students and establish a positive classroom climate in the absence of the regular teacher.
• Coordinate with the classroom teacher being replaced and report progress and issues as needed.

Skills

Multilingual Learner instruction

Classroom management

English as a Second Language

Education

CT teaching certification

Bachelor's degree + 12 credits in content area

Job description

Hart Magnet and Toquam Elementary Schools: Long-Term Substitute Multilingual Learners Teacher

Compensation: Uncertified: $175.00 per day; Certified: $200.00 per day

Date Available: 2026-2027 School Year

The mission of Stamford Public Schools (SPS) is to provide an education that cultivates productive habits of mind, body and heart in every student. Our vision is for SPS to be a learning organization that continuously improves its effective, innovative and transformational teaching and learning. We will challenge, inspire and prepare all students to be productive contributing members of society. SPS strives to hire exceptional, diverse, and passionate staff who help us achieve our mission and vision. If you share our commitment to Success for ALL, we would love for you to become a part of our learning community!

General Statement

The substitute teacher replaces the regular teacher on either a daily or long term basis, and is therefore responsible for the continuation of all learning activities in the classroom. As such, they are expect to understand human growth and development and be knowledgeable about what is to be taught and demonstrate facility in the basic skills of reading, writing and mathematics, or whatever subject area they are assigned. They are expected to effectively communicate with students and establish a positive climate in the classroom in the absence of the regular classroom teacher, and maintain classroom discipline. They are also expected to communicate with the classroom teacher they are replacing, informing them of their progress in the assigned lessons and other issues that occurred in the classroom in the teacher's absence.

Connecticut State Department Of Education Certification

This assignment is expected to continue for more than 40 days, and therefore we are seeking a certified candidate. If you are not currently certified in CT, but hold a Bachelor's degree and 12 credits in the content area to be taught, we will apply to the CSDE for Long-Term Substitute Authorization.

Note: Teachers dually certified in TESOL, Bilingual Education or ESL, with experience in Sheltered Instruction or fluency in a language other than English, will be given preference for all Stamford Public School positions.

The filling of this position is based upon continued funding in the Board of Education budget.