Newfield Elementary School: Long-Term Substitute Special Education Teacher

Stamford Public Schools; Stamford (CT); On-site; USD 32,000 - 37,000; Part time

Job summary

Stamford Public Schools is seeking a substitute teacher to cover regular teachers on a daily or long-term basis, ensuring continuity of instruction and classroom activities.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree and CT certification or eligibility, with emphasis on reading, writing, and mathematics, plus the ability to communicate effectively with students and staff.

Qualifications

• Certified CT candidate or eligible; CT certification required for long-term assignment.
• Bachelor's degree and 12 credits in content area to be taught.
• Ability to support classroom instruction and basic skills like reading, writing, and math.

Responsibilities

• Replace the regular teacher for daily or long-term assignments and continue learning activities.
• Communicate with students and the replacing teacher about progress and issues.
• Maintain classroom discipline and a positive learning environment.

Skills

Reading

Writing

Mathematics

Education

Bachelor's degree

CT Certification or eligibility

12 credits in content area

Job description

About Stamford Public Schools

The mission of Stamford Public Schools (SPS) is to provide an education that cultivates productive habits of mind, body and heart in every student. Our vision is for SPS to be a learning organization that continuously improves its effective, innovative and transformational teaching and learning. We will challenge, inspire and prepare all students to be productive contributing members of society.

Date Available

2026-2027 School Year

Compensation

• Uncertified: $175.00 per day
• Certified: $200.00 per day

About Stamford Public Schools

The mission of Stamford Public Schools (SPS) is to provide an education that cultivates productive habits of mind, body and heart in every student. Our vision is for SPS to be a learning organization that continuously improves its effective, innovative and transformational teaching and learning. We will challenge, inspire and prepare all students to be productive contributing members of society.

SPS strives to hire exceptional, diverse, and passionate staff who help us achieve our mission and vision. If you share our commitment to Success for ALL, we would love for you to become a part of our learning community!

General Statement

The substitute teacher replaces the regular teacher on either a daily or long term basis, and is therefore responsible for the continuation of all learning activities in the classroom. As such, they are expect to understand human growth and development and be knowledgeable about what is to be taught and demonstrate facility in the basic skills of reading, writing and mathematics, or whatever subject area they are assigned. They are expected to effectively communicate with students and establish a positive climate in the classroom in the absence of the regular classroom teacher, and maintain classroom discipline. They are also expected to communicate with the classroom teacher they are replacing, informing them of their progress in the assigned lessons and other issues that occurred in the classroom in the teacher's absence.

Connecticut State Department Of Education Certification

This assignment is expected to continue for more than 40 days, and therefore we are seeking a certified candidate. If you are not currently certified in CT, but hold a Bachelor's degree and 12 credits in the content area to be taught, we will apply to the CSDE for Long-Term Substitute Authorization.

See job description attached at the top of the posting for:

• Major Responsibilities
• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
• Qualifications

Note:

Teachers dully certified in TESOL, Bilingual Education or ESL, with experience in Sheltered Instruction or fluency in a language other than English, will be given preference for all Stamford Public School positions.

The filling of this position is based upon continued funding in the Board of Education budget.