Long Term Substitute Teacher - 5th/6th

South East Education Cooperative Consortium; United States; On-site; USD 35,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Richland School District #44 is seeking a Long Term Substitute for grades 5 and 6 to cover maternity leave from late January to mid-April 2027. The role pays a daily rate of $220 and reports to the Elementary Principal in Abercrombie.

Primary duties include planning lessons aligned with state standards, delivering instruction, and maintaining a positive classroom climate for student growth and engagement.

Qualifications

• Substitute teaching experience is required.
• Substitute Teaching Certificate required.

Responsibilities

• Communicates, collaborates, and cooperates effectively with parents, colleagues, and supervisors.
• Creates lesson plans aligned with district standards and provides individualized instruction.
• Translates instructional materials into developmentally appropriate learning experiences.
• Keeps regular communication with parents through newsletters, notes, calls, and conferences.
• Establishes and maintains standards of student behavior for an effective learning environment.
• Evaluates student progress and maintains records, including progress reports.
• Plans with a team to refer students for individualized education plans as needed.
• Coordinates paraprofessional support in the classroom.
• Provides targeted instruction to meet diverse student needs.
• Creates a positive and engaging learning environment.

Education

Substitute teaching experience

Substitute Teaching Certificate

Job description

Position Type

Substitute/ Substitute Teacher

Richland School District #44 Public Job Description

Position Title: Long Term Substitute - Grades 5 & 6
Department: Elementary (Abercrombie)
Reports To: Elementary Principal

GRADES:

We are seeking a Long Term Substitute for a maternity leave ~ January 25-April 16, 2027.

SALARY: L/T Sub rate = $220/day

Richland #44 School District is a Class B school district of about 300 students with two school buildings (PK-6 in Abercrombie and 7-12 in Colfax). We are idyllically located about halfway between Fargo and Wahpeton, giving families and staff the best of both worlds with a small-town feel close to larger areas. Our mission is Educating students to be responsible citizens and leaders and we believe in a safe and supportive environment that fosters relationships and high expectations for all students

SUMMARY

To create a class environment favorable to student growth; to establish effective and positive relationships within the school system; to motivate students to develop skills, attitudes and knowledge needed to provide a solid foundation for academic, social & emotional success.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Other duties may be assigned.

• Communicates, collaborates, and cooperates effectively with parents, colleagues, and supervisors.
• Creates lesson plans using district-approved instructional materials that include prioritized state standards and provides individualized and small group instruction to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each student.
• Translates instructional materials into developmentally appropriate learning experiences.
• Communicates regularly with parents by means of newsletters, notes, phone calls, conferences, etc.
• Establishes and positively maintains standards of student behavior to achieve an effective learning atmosphere.
• Evaluates and monitors students' academic and social growth, keeps appropriate records and prepares progress reports.
• Identifies student needs, plans and implements interventions, sets and monitor goals. As needed, works with a team to refer students for individual education plans.
• Plans and coordinates the work of paraprofessionals as needed in the classroom.
• Provides individualized and small group instruction to meet the needs of all students.
• Creates a positive environment for learning.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Supervises students and classroom support staff.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

Substitute teaching and/or teaching experience

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

Substitute Teaching Certificate