Long Term Substitute - Science Teacher

Regional School District 13; United States; On-site; USD 28,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Regional School District 13 is seeking a Long Term Substitute, High School Science teacher to cover Geophysical Science and Biology at Coginchaug Regional High School beginning January 2027 for approximately 6-8 weeks.

The candidate should hold a Bachelor's Degree with science endorsements and will deliver engaging biology and geophysical science instruction, assess student progress, and communicate with students, staff and parents to support learning.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Biology or related field.
• Endorsements preferred.

Responsibilities

• Creates a conducive learning environment and plans lessons aligned to curriculum.
• Prepares for classes and documents lesson preparation when requested.
• Communicates with students, staff and parents about progress and needs.
• Maintains accurate records and safeguards district property.

Skills

Biology teaching

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

• Position Type: High School Teaching/ Science - Biology
• Date Posted: 10/5/2026
• Location: Regional School District 13
• Date Available: 01/04/2027

Position Available: Ant. 1/4/27 (6-8 week position)

Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree (034/030/033 Endorsement(s) Preferred)

School: Coginchaug Regional High School

Reports To: Building Principal

Job Description: Regional School District 13 is seeking a Long Term Substitute, High School Science Teacher (Geophysical Science and Biology classes) beginning early January 2027. This assignment is anticipated to last for approximately 6-8 weeks.

Responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of students.
• Prepares for classes assigned, and shows written evidence of preparation upon request of immediate supervisor.
• Encourages students to set and maintain standards of classroom behavior.
• Guides the learning process towards the achievement of curriculum goals and establishes clear objectives for all lessons and communicates these objectives to students.
• Employs a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media, consistent with the needs and capabilities of the student groups involved.
• Communicates effectively with students, staff and parents.
• Strives to implement the District's mission, goals and objectives outlined in the District's Strategic Plan.
• Assesses the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provides progress reports as required.
• Provides appropriate learning experiences for students with special needs.
• Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, District policy, and administrative regulations.
• Assists the administration in implementing all policies and rules governing student life and conduct, and for the classroom, develops reasonable rules of classroom behavior and maintains order in the classroom in a fair and just manner.
• Makes provisions for being available to students and parents for education-related purposes outside the instructional day when required or requested to do so under reasonable terms.
• Plans and supervises meaningful assignments for teacher assistants and works with the administration to evaluate their job performance.
• Attends staff meetings and serves on staff committees as required.
• Follows the policies and procedures of the school district and state.
• Participates in professional development activities to ensure professional growth.
• Assumes responsibilities outside of the classroom as they relate to the school.
• Demonstrates a sense of professional responsibility.
• Performs any other du ties and responsibilities associated with the position's specific job responsibilities or that the primary evaluator may request.
• Supports and promotes the District's Core Ethical Values with students, colleagues and parents.

Salary: $150/day for days 1-40. Days 41+, rate is BA3 ($329.99/day) retroactive to start of assignment.
Benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life available after day 40.

The Human Resources Department is committed to supporting the Regional School District 13 mission by recruiting and retaining highly qualified educators who possess the ability to inspire and prepare all students, through engagement in authentic learning, to thrive and contribute as global citizens. To accomplish this mission, Regional School District 13 welcomes candidates from racially, culturally and ethnically diverse backgrounds to apply for available positions in the district. This mission compels us to provide leadership and expertise in the development of sound human resource policies, systems, and programs that support the achievement of each student.

Regional School District 13 does not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, color, religion, age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, or ancestry with respect to employment practices or in its programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries and grievances regarding these non-discrimination policies and practices: Jennifer Keane, Director of Student Services and Special Education, 135A Pickett Lane, Durham, CT 06422. Phone: [phone].

Postings current as of 10/7/2026 4:57:50 PM CST.