Long-Term Substitute English Language Arts Teacher

Greenwich Public Schools; United States; On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Greenwich Public Schools seeks a long-term substitute English language arts teacher for Western Middle School through approximately November 30, 2026; the position will carry full salary and benefits for the duration of the assignment.

The teacher should be well-trained in the CT Core Standards with rigor, purpose, and planning to meet individual student learning needs. Effective use of technology to support instruction and personalized student learning is required.

Qualifications

• Experience working with adolescent learners.
• Ability to communicate ideas clearly in writing and speech.
• Active listening and responsive teaching approaches.
• Ability to collaborate with colleagues and parents.

Responsibilities

• Prepares lesson plans with clear objectives and meets diverse learner needs.
• Demonstrates strong content knowledge in English Language Arts.
• Maintains accurate records and communicates progress to families.
• Assesses student learning continually and identifies interventions as needed.
• Designs instruction and assessments to measure progress and refine practice.
• Maintains a positive classroom environment and professional relationships.

Skills

Adolescent experience

Clear communication

Active listening

Team collaboration

Organizational skills

Humor

Education

CT English cert (7-12) or certifiability

Job description

Long-Term Substitute English Language Arts Teacher JobID: 3265

• Position Type: Middle School Teaching/ Language Arts


• Date Posted: 8/31/2026


• Location: Western Middle School


• Date Available: As soon as filled

Greenwich Public Schools seeks a long-term substitute English language arts teacherfor Western Middle School through approximately November 30, 2026;the position will carry full salary and benefits for the duration of the assignment.

The teacher should be well-trained in the implementation of the CT Core Standards with rigor, purpose, and planning to meet individual student learning needs. Effective use of technology to support instruction and personalized student learning is required.

Responsibilities

• Prepares lesson plans that achieve clear objectives, use appropriate techniques, and servethe needs of all learners in the classroom


• Demonstrated strong content knowledge


• Maintains accurate and complete records


• Assesses student learning on a continual basis and identifiesareas of intervention if needed


• Communicates student progress with parents through the use of interim reports, report cards, and/or conferences


• Designs instruction to meet the needs of all learners


• Designs and implements assessments that measure progress and uses assessments to refine curriculum and instructional practices


• Maintains a positive learning environment that encourages open communication between the teacher and learner


• Establishes and maintains professional relationships


• Participates in professional learning

Knowledge/Skills

• Experience working with adolescent children


• Ability to communicate ideas and directives clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing


• Effective, active listening skills


• Ability to work effectively with others


• Organizational and problem-solving skills


• A sense of humor

Qualifications Profile

• CT State Certification, or certifiability, in English, Grades 7-12 (#015) or English, Middle School, Grades 4-8 (#215) required

Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

The Greenwich Public School District is committed to a policy of equal opportunity/affirmative action for all qualified persons. The District does not discriminate in any employment practice, education program, or educational activity on the basis ofrace, color, religious creed, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by Connecticut state and/or federal nondiscrimination laws.