Middle School Math (Grades 5-8), Long-Term Substitute, Anticipated

Grand Isle Supervisory Union; South Hero (VT); On-site; USD 51,000 - 97,000; Full time

Job summary

Grand Isle Supervisory Union is seeking a Long-Term Substitute, Middle School Math Teacher (Grades 5-8) in South Hero, Vermont. The anticipated start date is December 7, 2026, through February 5, 2027, with compensation per the Master Agreement salary schedule.

The role requires strong mathematics instruction, collaboration with staff, data-driven planning, and involvement in school activities in a positive educational environment.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching Mathematics at the Middle School or higher level.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher with proper teacher licensure.

Responsibilities

• Instruct 5th–8th grade mathematics using the approved curriculum.
• Plan and lead intervention to support students needing differentiated math instruction.
• Collaborate with colleagues in Professional Learning Communities and EST.
• Engage in data-driven instruction to tailor lessons to student needs.
• Maintain records of student progress and communicate with families.

Skills

Mathematics instruction

Teaching

Education

Bachelor's degree

Teacher licensure

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Middle School Math (Grades 5-8), Long-Term Substitute, Anticipated

Grand Isle Supervisory Union Folsom Education & Community Ctr. - South Hero, Vermont Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5962500

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 16, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Dec 31, 2026

Job Description

Folsom Education and Community Center is seeking a Long-Term Substitute, Middle School Math Teacher, Grades 5-8, beginning December 7, 2026, through February 5, 2027.

Salary is in accordance with the current Master Agreement and salary schedule $50,650 - $96,550, based upon education and experience.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Instructing students in 5th, 6th, 7th and 8th grade in Mathematics using the approved curriculum.
• Planning and leading instruction in intervention to support students who need additional or differentiated instruction in math, including literacy as it relates to math.
• Committed to collaborating with colleagues, including active participation in Professional Learning Communities, EST, and all staff initiatives.
• Engages in cycles of data-driven instruction to inform instructional planning and personalize instruction to student needs.
• Develops lesson plans and instructional materials as needed to carry out instruction per the curriculum and students' individual needs.
• Partners with all students and families through frequent communication.
• Engages with families on academic and behavioral goals and transparently share student progress so that both parents and teachers own each child's successes and challenges.
• Utilizes a repertoire of all learning strategies appropriate for students' ages and skill levels. This includes social, emotional, and behavioral needs and approaches such as Universal Design for Learners.
• Establishes and maintains standards of student behavior to provide an orderly, productive environment. This includes following the school's positive approach to intervention for behavior, restorative practices, and all policies and procedures related to student behavior and classroom management.
• Keeps appropriate records on students' academic growth and fulfills all requirements in terms of reporting progress toward learning targets.
• Supervises students in out-of-classroom activities during the school day, such as lunch and recess duties, per the Master Agreement.
• Supervises all paraprofessionals, behavior interventionists or other support staff who work with students in the classroom.
• Participates in all faculty committees, inservice meetings, conference days and other staff and student activities per the Master Agreement.
• Uses technologies in the teaching and learning process and follows all policies and procedures related to technology use.
• Keeps informed of and comply with state, town and school regulations and policies for classroom health and safety.
• Other tasks as assigned by the building principal.

Supervision Received

Reports to and evaluated by the Principal.

Supervisory Responsibilities

No formal supervisory duties.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty and professional expectations satisfactorily, in addition to the following:

Education and Experience

• Experience teaching Mathematics at the Middle School or higher level.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher with proper teacher licensure.

Language Skills

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instruction, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively. Demonstrated broad knowledge of academic subject matter being taught to students desired.

Computer Skills and Experience

Good basic computer skills and experience with word processing programs required. Experience with Microsoft Office preferred.

Reasoning Ability/Mental Requirements

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Communication & Interpersonal Skills

Ability to communicate courteously, efficiently and effectively with a variety of individuals, including student, faculty, administrations, parents, and representatives of outside organizations. Ability to work cooperatively and effectively with peers, subordinates, supervisors, parents, and outside agencies. Ability to show patience, respect and compassion in working with students. Ability to effectively resolve conflicts and handle stress.

Employee must also be able to participate in required meetings and/or trainings that are held outside of the normal workday or work hours per the Master Agreement.

Physical Demands Include

some lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; some stooping, kneeling, crouching, and significant fine finger dexterity. Combination of sitting, walking, and standing.

Other Duties and Qualifications

This general outline illustrates the type of work, which characterizes the Job Classification. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, responsibilities, and qualifications that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories

Classroom Teacher > Math: General

Welcome to Folsom Education & Community Ctr.

A description of our school can be found on our web site at www.gisu.org

Job Requirements

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

Contact Information

• Julie Pidgeon
• 75 South Street
• South Hero, Vermont 05486
• Phone: [phone]
• Fax: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]