Long Term Substitute- Grade 5 Teacher (26 - 27 SY)

Bristol Public Schools; United States; On-site; USD 25,830 - 38,745; Part time

Job summary

Bristol Public Schools in Connecticut seeks a Long Term Substitute for Grade 5 at South Side School for the 26–27 SY. You will carry out regular class plans when the teacher is absent and maintain classroom routines.

Responsibilities include preparing lessons when not available, recording grades, and supporting students, parents, and staff. A Bachelor’s degree is required; CT teaching certification is desirable.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree required; teaching certification desirable.
• Ability to manage a Grade 5 classroom and communicate effectively with staff and parents.
• CT teaching certificate desirable.

Responsibilities

• Instruct class when a teacher is absent.
• Prepare lesson plans when not available.
• Maintain records including grades and clerical work.
• Supervise students and assist volunteers as needed.

Skills

Reading comprehension

Written communication

Public speaking

Collaboration

Technology literacy

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Position Title

Long Term Substitute – Grade 5 (South Side School, 26–27 SY Only)

Position Type

Substitute / Substitute Teacher

Reports To

Building Principal/Chief of Talent Management

Summary

Perform regular class plans and assigned duties when teacher is absent.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assume all responsibilities for instructing class when a teacher is absent.
• Perform all other non‑instructional duties for absent teacher.
• Prepare lesson plans when such are not available.
• Maintain appropriate records including checking tests and quizzes, recording grades, and completing other clerical work.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Supervise classroom and students (volunteers and parent helpers where appropriate).
• Perform general supervisory duties as scheduled.

Qualification Requirements

Education and/or Experience

Bachelor Degree ( Associate degree or two years of college acceptable in some situations. Teaching certification desirable.)

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Valid Connecticut Teaching Certificate desirable.

Language Skills

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, and governmental regulations; write memos, reports, and correspondence; effectively present information and respond to questions from administrators, staff, parents, and the general public.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals; compute rate, ratio, and percent; draw and interpret bar graphs; calculate areas, circumferences, volumes, and apply basic algebra and geometry.

Computer Skills

Basic knowledge and experience with standard hardware and software applications; use computer for e‑mail, word processing, accounting, databases, and presentations.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to solve practical problems and handle a variety of variables in situations with limited standardization; interpret instructions in written, oral, diagrammatic, or schedule form.

Other Skills and Abilities

Apply current research and teaching competencies; plan and implement lessons based on school objectives and student needs; establish and maintain effective relationships with students, peers, and parents; oral and written communication skills; comply with district requirements and Board of Education policies and the code of professional responsibility for teachers.

Physical Demands

Frequent standing, talking or hearing; occasional walking and sitting; occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds; direct responsibility for safety and well‑being of others; close vision required; manage multiple demands from several people while interacting with the public and staff.

Work Environment

Noise level moderate to loud; duties performed indoors and occasionally outdoors.

Position Start

26–27 SY – August 24, 2026