Long Term Substitute - Middle School Math Teacher

Laurel Middle School; Laurel (MT); On-site; USD 37,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Laurel Middle School in Laurel, Montana is seeking a qualified candidate for the full-time position of Long-Term Substitute – Middle School Math Teacher, starting January 18, 2027 and continuing through mid-April.

The role requires a BA/BS in Education and a valid Montana teaching certificate. You will plan lessons, deliver instruction, assess student progress, and communicate with families while maintaining a positive, structured classroom environment.

Qualifications

• BA/BS in Education required.
• Valid Montana teaching certificate required prior to teaching.
• Strong communication and classroom management skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan and develop grade-appropriate lessons following district/state guidelines.
• Provide individual and group instruction to help students reach their potential.
• Prepare, administer, and grade assignments and tests.
• Maintain classroom discipline and a productive learning environment.
• Evaluate student progress and communicate with families.
• Collaborate with staff on curriculum and district initiatives.
• Report suspected student issues in accordance with policy.
• Contribute to school's operation and district committees as needed.

Skills

Communication

Classroom management

Lesson planning

Education

BA/BS in Education

Montana Teaching Certificate

Job description

Long Term Substitute - Middle School Math Teacher

Starting Date: Jan 18, 2027

Job Description

The Laurel School District is seeking qualified applicants for a full-time position of Long-Term Substitute – Middle School Math Teacher, beginning mid-January to mid-April.

Salary: $233.56 per day

Qualifications

• BA/BS Degree in Education.
• Valid Montana Teaching Certificate with proper endorsement(s). (Must have valid Montana teaching certificate prior to teaching)
• Ability to write and read reports and effectively communicate in written and oral form.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond appropriately to inquiries from students, parents, staff, and community.
• Ability to handle stressful situations and effectively manage time and responsibilities.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of employment and student matters.

Essential Functions

• Plans and develops course of study suitable for a particular grade level following curriculum guideline of the district and state requirements.
• Provides individual and group instruction and other appropriate learning activities designed to teach skills required for specific grade levels using the course of study adopted by the Board of Trustees enabling each child to reach their greatest educational, physical, emotional, and social potential.
• Develops and presents specific lesson plans, using a variety of means; may include, but not limited to, lectures, projects, group discussions, exhibits, field trips, audio-visual and library resources, computers, and the Internet.
• Prepares, administers, monitors, corrects, and grades in-school and homework assignments and tests.
• Maintains standards of behavior within the classroom and utilizes established discipline policies when necessary to foster a consistent and productive learning environment.
• Evaluates student progress and participates in scheduled parent conferences and additional parent, faculty, curriculum, in-service, instructional, building, and district meetings as required.
• Evaluates student performance against learning objectives. Develops tests to test performance, grades performance, corrects papers, and conducts parent/guardian conferences or meetings to discuss student progress, problems, strengths, concerns, or other pertinent issues of the student, family, and school.
• Establishes and maintains student control and discipline in the classroom, school premises, or during school activities by communicating expectations of appropriate behavior.
• Employs and implements a classroom structure of consistency to encourage student responsibility, cooperation, and mutual respect consistent with district policies and procedures.
• Employs various teaching techniques, methods, and principles of learning to best the needs of students and district learning outcomes.
• Conducts standardized tests in accordance with District policies and law.
• Maintains accurate student progress and attendance records.
• Takes appropriate action if evidence of learning disabilities or social development issues appear and coordinates consultation, intervention, and parent contact or any other required steps in accordance with school policy.
• Recommends promotion, graduation, and/or placement of students to appropriate classroom situations and programs for ensuing year.
• Communicates effectively with students, parents, district personnel, and school board members.
• Collaborates with other educational professionals and administrators regarding the needs of students, instructional needs, new instructional technologies, or approaches to student problems, learning, or curriculum.
• Serves on District committees, task forces, administrative meetings, or IEP meetings to provide assistance in curriculum, development, assessing student progress, and performance, or to participate in the building decision-making.
• Accepts and effectively completes other responsibilities regarding the operation and progress of the school and/or district.
• Reports cases of suspected child abuse according to state law.

  Only minimum duties are listed. Other functions may be required as assigned.

  Application Deadline

  APPLICATION DEADLINE: OPEN UNTIL FILLED

  Job Requirements

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

  Contact Information

  • Allyson Robertus , Middle School Assistant Principal
  • Laurel Middle School
  • Phone: [phone] ext 3909
  • Email: [e-mail]

  LAUREL SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 7 & 7-70 IS AN E.E.O. EMPLOYER