Long Term Substitute Teacher

Derby Public Schools; Derby (CT); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Derby Public Schools in Derby, CT is seeking a dynamic long-term substitute teacher for Bradley School. Candidates must hold or be eligible for an elementary teaching certification and have experience working with students.

You will design problem-solving lessons, manage behavior, assess progress, involve parents, and foster a joyful classroom environment that supports diverse learners.

Qualifications

• Must hold or be eligible for an elementary teaching certification.
• Experience working with students in an instructional setting.
• Long-term substitute teaching experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design lessons that promote problem-solving, creativity, and communication in real-world contexts.
• Establish standards for behavior to foster self-discipline and positive relationships.
• Plan and deliver activities addressing diverse learner needs.
• Develop and evaluate formative and summative assessments.
• Monitor student progress against district/school curriculum goals.
• Engage parents and community in supporting instruction.

Skills

Classroom management

PBIS knowledge

Technology integration

Education

Elementary teaching certification

Tools

iPad

ENO Board

Web-based programs

Job description

Job Summary: Bradley School is seeking a dynamic long-term subs. Candidates must hold or be eligible for an elementary teaching certification and have experience working with students.

RESPONSIBLITIES

• Designs lessons that provide opportunity for problem-solving, creativity, and communication skills in relation to authentic, real-world problems.
• Establishes and maintains standards for behavior that foster student self-discipline and positive relationships among students.
• Commits to on-going professional development in content area and pedagogy.
• Plans learning activities to address individual differences among students.
• Develops, administers, and evaluates quality formative and summative assessments that reflect a balance of content knowledge and problem-solving skills.
• Monitors and evaluates students' progress in relation to district/school curriculum policies and other planned goals and objectives.
• Encourages, secures and maintains the involvement of parents and other community members in support of instruction.
• Involves parents in the assessment of their children's progress and needs.
• Creates a joyful learning environment

Preferred Skills

• Knowledge of PBIS (Positive Behavior Intervention Supports)
• Strong classroom management skills
• Experience integrating technology and use of iPad, ENO Board, web based programs in lessons
• Experience with Journey's Reading Program, Expressions Math, Lexia, IXL Math
• Experience with DIBELS bechmark assessments