Kindergarten Long Term Substitute Teacher

Kingston Hill Academy; Saunderstown (RI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Kingston Hill Academy in Saunderstown, Rhode Island is seeking a Kindergarten Long-Term Substitute Teacher to cover a regular classroom absence and maintain high-quality instruction.

The ideal candidate holds RI educator certification for Kindergarten, a Bachelor's degree, and experience with early childhood or elementary education, plus strong classroom management and collaborative skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required for the role.
• Appropriate Rhode Island Department of Education (RIDE) certification for Kindergarten.
• Early Childhood Education PK–3 or Elementary Education K–6 certification preferred.
• Experience working with elementary students, especially Kindergarten.
• Strong classroom-management, communication, organizational and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily instruction aligned with curriculum, standards and grade-level expectations.
• Implement established lesson plans and develop instructional materials as needed.
• Maintain consistent routines, procedures and behavioral expectations.
• Differentiate instruction to meet diverse academic, developmental and social-emotional needs.
• Monitor student progress and maintain appropriate records.
• Communicate professionally with families about student learning and classroom matters.
• Collaborate with grade-level teachers, specialists, staff and administration.
• Participate in faculty meetings, PD and school responsibilities.
• Maintain student confidentiality and comply with all policies.
• Perform other duties consistent with a Kindergarten classroom teacher.

Skills

Classroom management

Communication

Collaboration

Organization

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree

RI educator certification

ECE PK-3 / Elem Ed cert

Job description

Kindergarten Long Term Substitute Teacher

Kingston Hill Academy, Saunderstown, Rhode Island. Open in Google Maps.

This job is also posted in Rhode Island State DOE Consortium Job Board.

Job Details

Job ID: 5932804

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 18, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Kindergarten Long-Term Substitute Teacher

Kingston Hill Academy (KHA), a high-performing public charter school serving students in grades K–5, is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Kindergarten Long-Term Substitute Teacher to join our school community.

The successful candidate will provide consistent, high-quality instruction and maintain a positive, nurturing, and structured classroom environment during the regular classroom teacher's absence. The long-term substitute will work collaboratively with school administration, faculty, and support staff to ensure continuity of instruction and student learning.

Essential Responsibilities

• Provide daily instruction aligned with KHA's curriculum, instructional expectations, and grade-level standards.
• Implement established lesson plans and develop instructional materials as needed.
• Maintain consistent classroom routines, procedures, and behavioral expectations.
• Differentiate instruction to address the academic, developmental, and social-emotional needs of Kindergarten students.
• Monitor student progress and maintain appropriate student records and documentation.
• Communicate professionally and appropriately with families regarding student learning and classroom matters.
• Collaborate with grade-level teachers, specialists, support staff, and school administration.
• Participate in faculty meetings, professional development, and other school responsibilities as required.
• Maintain student confidentiality and comply with all KHA policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties consistent with the responsibilities of a Kindergarten classroom teacher.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Appropriate Rhode Island Department of Education (RIDE) educator certification for the Kindergarten assignment, as required for a long-term substitute placement.
• Early Childhood Education (PK–3) or Elementary Education (K–6) certification preferred, as applicable to the assignment.
• Previous experience working with elementary-aged children, particularly Kindergarten students, preferred.
• Strong classroom-management, communication, organizational, and collaboration skills.
• Commitment to creating a safe, respectful, inclusive, and academically engaging learning environment.

Preferred Candidate

The ideal candidate is student-centered, dependable, flexible, and able to provide stability and continuity for young learners. The candidate should demonstrate strong instructional practices and a willingness to collaborate closely with KHA's faculty and administration.

Kingston Hill Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Position Type

Full-time

Job Categories

• Classroom Teacher > Early Childhood
• Classroom Teacher > Elementary

Job Requirements

• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Kingston Hill Academy
• 850 Stony Fort Road , Rhode Island 028
• Saunderstown, Rhode Island 02874
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]