Long Term Substitute - Math (anticipated opening)

Portsmouth Middle School; Portsmouth (RI); On-site; USD 27,552,000 - 48,216,000; Part time

Job summary

Portsmouth Middle School in Portsmouth, RI is seeking a Long Term Substitute for Math to begin August 26, 2026, with a TBD assignment end date. The teacher reports to the building administrator and will oversee student learning, outcomes, and classroom management.

The role requires RI teaching certification in the appropriate subject area and level, and a bachelor’s degree in education or related field. This is a part-time position tied to the Portsmouth School Department.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in applicable field of education from an accredited college or university.
• Demonstrated proficiency with PC-based computer applications, Google Suite, Microsoft Office applications, e-mail, Web applications, and industry-specific technology.

Responsibilities

• Plans and provides for appropriate learning experiences for students under the direction of the principal or supervisor.
• Maintains records and follows required procedures and practices.
• Communicates with students, parents, staff and community; coordinates delivery of services to students.

Skills

Google Suite

Microsoft Office

PC-based applications

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in education

Tools

Google Suite

MS Office

Job description

Long Term Substitute - Math (anticipated opening)

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

Job Details

Job ID: 5894530
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Aug 20, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 26, 2026

Job Description

Title: Long Term Substitute - Math needed beginning August 26, 2026 - Assignment end date TBD.
Reports to: Building Administrator
Directly supervises: N / A

This position is at Portsmouth Middle School

(SUMMARY) JOB DESCRIPTION:

1. Under direction of the school principal and/or appropriate supervisor, plans and provides for appropriate learning experiences for students.
2. Provides an atmosphere and environment conductive to the intellectual, physical, social and emotional development of individuals to ensure success for every student.
3. Supervises students in a variety of school-related settings.
4. Monitors and evaluates student outcomes.
5. Communicates and interacts with students, parents, staff and community.
6. Develops, selects and modifies instructional plans and materials to meet the needs of all students.
7. Maintains appropriate records and follows required procedures and practices.
8. Monitors appropriate use and care of equipment, materials and facilities.

Education Training and Experience:

Bachelor’s Degree in applicable field of education from an accredited college or university

Certificate / License Required:

Certificate by the Rhode Island State Department of Education. Current Rhode Island Teacher Certificate in the appropriate subject area and level required.

Description of Duties, Responsibilities and Curricular Linkages

1. Supports the implementation of a comprehensive arts program
2. Understands and applies effective strategies and best practices to ensure student success
3. Participates in district and school-based professional development activities
4. Collaborates with school personnel and/or parents to coordinate the delivery of service to students
5. Administers a variety of student assessment tools
6. Develops and maintains positive and cooperative interactions and communications with parents, colleagues and community
7. Takes all necessary safety precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities
8. Maintains accurate and complete records as required by the district and state laws
9. Assists school personnel in assessing instructional materials and equipment needed for the arts program
10. Provides leadership for instructionally-based students activities and events
11. Assists with the coordination of fine arts programs for the enrichment of all students
12. Prepares all students for performances in the arts and provides opportunities for those performances
13. Adheres to the Rhode Island Educator Code of Professional Responsibility
14. Works collaboratively with peers at the school and district level to improve teaching, learning and educational programming for students
15. Performs other duties as designated by the building administrator

Skills Required

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, test data, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups, staff, parents, and the general public.

Ability to calculate figures and amounts.

Ability to utilize current technology for communication, data analysis, and access to research and instruction.

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret a variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

Ability to apply knowledge of current research and theory in specific field. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff, and the community. Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both in oral and written form. Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and school committee policies.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, and talk or hear. Specific vision ability required by this job includes close vision and distance vision.

Physical Demands

Communicate and detect information at levels to be able to make presentations and exchange information in person and on the telephone

Express oneself so others will be able to clearly understand

Constantly operate a computer keyboard and manipulate paper

Detect, determine, perceive and identify documentation and reports, and to observe students

Able to meet multiple demands from several people and meet deadlines with severe time constraints

Must be able to remain in a stationary position for periods of time, in both indoor and outdoor environments, and regularly move and traverse in order to maintain a safe learning environment

Stamina to work irregular or extended hours to include a full day

Work at a desk, conference table, small student classroom table, or in meetings in various configurations

Position self to be able to retrieve items overhead, above the shoulders, and horizontally

Move and transport moderately heavy objects.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in this environment may be loud, depending upon the activity in the particular part of the day and location.

Minimum Qualifications Standards

1. Demonstrated proficiency with PC-based computer applications, Google Suite, Microsoft Office applications, e-mail, Web applications, and industry-specific technology.

Position Type: Part-time

Job Categories:

Classroom Teacher > Math: General

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Portsmouth School Department provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Any person who believes they may need reasonable accommodations should contact the Director of Human Resources.

Information pertaining to Title IX and how to file a report, including the Title IX Coordinator contact information and the PSD Title IX Policy, can be found on our website .

About Portsmouth School Department

The Portsmouth School Department (PSD) comprises four (4) schools that serve approximately 2200 students and an administration building. Portsmouth High School is a comprehensive 9-12 high school, Portsmouth Middle School 5-8, Hathaway Elementary School K-4 and Melville Elementary School PreK-4. PSD employs approximately 340 staff members including teachers, administrators, counselors, nurses, and support staff including clerks, maintenance, custodians and paraprofessionals.

About the Town of Portsmouth

Portsmouth is a scenic town in Newport County, Rhode Island and is the second-oldest municipality in Rhode Island, after Providence. Portsmouth boasts a total area of 59.3 square miles, of which 23.2 square miles is land, including 4,000 acres of farmland and 36.1 square miles is water and 56 miles of coastline. Most of its land area lies on Aquidneck Island, which it shares with Middletown and Newport. In addition, Portsmouth encompasses some smaller islands, including Prudence Island, Patience Island, Hope Island and Hog Island. With a population of 17,349 (2010 U.S. Census), the town has one of the most progressive farm preservation programs in New England. The local economy thrives on its boating industry including its five (5) marinas.Portsmouth is centrally located on the eastern seaboard between the major metropolitan areas of New York and Boston. Situated close to interstate highways, I-95, I-195, and 24, Portsmouth remains easily accessible to the rest of the northeast. Portsmouth is located 4 miles north of historic Newport, 22 miles east of Providence, 10 miles south of Fall River, 65 miles west of Cape Cod, 70 miles south of Boston, and 210 miles east of New York City.

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Tanin Longway
• 125 Jepson Lane
• Portsmouth, Rhode Island 02871
• Phone: [phone]
• Fax: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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