Literacy Teacher - Long Term Sub

Johnston-Public-Schools; Johnston (RI); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnston Public Schools at Nicholas A. Ferri Middle School in Johnston, RI seeks a Literacy/Reading Teacher for a long-term sub role. The candidate will implement engaging lessons, assess progress, and ensure alignment with RIDE guidelines. Immediate start with an end date of January 4, 2027, with Reading Specialist preferred.

The position requires strong communication, classroom management, and collaboration with staff, students, and families to support student achievement.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of relevant teaching experience preferred.
• Bachelor degree preferred; citizenship/residency or work visa required per district policy.

Responsibilities

• Plan engaging literacy lessons aligned with RIDE guidelines and state mandates.
• Grade assignments and document student progress.
• Communicate effectively with students, families, and colleagues.

Skills

Reading instruction

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor degree

Job description

Johnston Public Schools Nicholas A. Ferri Middle School - Johnston, Rhode Island Open in Google Maps

Literacy Teacher - Long Term Sub

Johnston Public Schools Nicholas A. Ferri Middle School - Johnston, Rhode Island Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5962366

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 16, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Middle School Literacy/Reading Teacher

• Assignment ends on January 04, 2027.
• Reading Specialist preferred

As a teacher, you will be responsible for cultivating the students’ interest in education and development. You will be responsible for preparing engaging lesson plans and educating students in accordance with all Rhode Island Department of Education (RIDE) guidelines and state mandates. Such responsibilities will include grading assignments, evaluating and documenting students’ progress, and planning educational activities.

You should be a competent professional with in-depth knowledge of teaching best practices and legal educational processes. In addition to having excellent written and verbal communication skills, our ideal candidate will also demonstrate outstanding presentation and interpersonal abilities.

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories:

Classroom Teacher > Reading/Literacy

Welcome to Nicholas A. Ferri Middle School

The mission of the N. A. Ferri Middle School, as a dedicated, all inclusive middle level learning community is to address the challenging academic, physical, emotional, social, and cultural needs of young adolescents so that they achieve high standards, become lifelong learners, and responsible citizens, by providing dynamic curricula and resources needed to explore and enhance talents and creativity in collaboration with families, policy makers, and business partners in education.

Job Requirements

• At least 3 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Stephanie Chatelle , Assistant Principal
• 10 Memorial Avenue
• Johnston, Rhode Island 02919
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]