Preschool Teacher Long-Term Substitute (HES)

Young World Physical Education; Hancock (NH); On-site; USD 344,000 - 382,000; Full time

Job summary

Hancock Elementary School in Hancock, New Hampshire seeks a certified Preschool Teacher Long-Term Substitute to cover August 24, 2026 through October 2, 2026. The role requires a NH DOE Early Education teaching certification and a Bachelor's in Early Childhood or related field.

The district emphasizes building positive relationships, implementing district-approved curriculum, and providing engaging, age-appropriate instruction.

Qualifications

• NH DOE Early Education teaching certification required.
• Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood or related discipline required.
• Master's degree preferred.
• 1-3 years of teaching experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develops and administers school curriculum consistent with district initiatives and goals.
• Promotes a safe, conducive learning environment for individualized and small group instruction.
• Develops lesson plans and instructional materials aligned with district content standards.
• Assesses student learning and adapts instruction to meet diverse needs, including students with disabilities.
• Reads and implements IEP and 504 plans for assigned students.
• Engages families with regular communication about progress and expectations.
• Maintains classroom management and student behavior in alignment with district policies.
• Coordinates with staff to evaluate and improve curriculum and participates in meetings.

Education

New Hampshire DOE Early Education teaching certification

Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood or related discipline applicable to teaching assignment

Master's Degree in related area preferred

One to three years of successful prior teaching experience for the appropriate grade levels preferred

Job description

Hancock Elementary School Hancock Elementary School - Hancock, New Hampshire Open in Google Maps

Preschool Teacher Long-Term Substitute (HES)

Hancock Elementary School Hancock Elementary School - Hancock, New Hampshire Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5865730

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 03, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 24, 2026

PAY: $250 per day (after 10 consecutive days, rate increasesto $277)

Position Type: Full-time

Salary: $250 to $277 Per Hour

Job Categories:

Substitute > Substitute: Instructional

Job Description

NEW HAMPSHIRE PUBLIC SCHOOLS
SCHOOL ADMINISTRATIVE UNIT #1
CONTOOCOOK VALLEY SCHOOL DISTRICT
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POSITION TITLE: Preschool Teacher Long-Term Substitute

SUPERVISOR: Building Principal

DATES: August 24, 2026 - October 2, 2026

PAY: $250 per day (after 10 consecutive days, rate increasesto $277)

The ConVal School District is seeking a certified long-term substitute teacher with previous experience working with children to establish successful relationships with students, manage classroom behavior, and support the delivery of curriculum content.

QUALIFICATIONS

• New Hampshire DOE Early Education teaching certification
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Early Childhood or related discipline applicable to teaching assignment.
• Master's Degree in related area preferred
• One to three years of successful prior teaching experience for the appropriate grade levels preferred

SUMMARY

Under the general supervision of the School Principal, to facilitate student success and growth in academic and interpersonal skills through implementing district-approved curriculum; documenting teaching and student progress/activities/outcomes; addressing specific educational needs of individual students and by creating a flexible, safe and optimal learning environment; and providing feedback to students, parents and administration regarding student progress, expectations, and goals.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and ABILITIES

• Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, including differentiated instruction based upon student learning styles or multigrade classroom.
• Knowledge of preschool school curriculum and concepts.
• Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
• Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed.
• Ability to organize and coordinate work.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
• Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develops and administers school curriculum consistent with school district initiatives, goals, and objectives.
• Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction, and student learning.
• Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and translates lesson plans into learning experiences so as to best utilize the available time for instruction.
• Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning, and modifies instructional methods to fit individual student's needs, including students with special needs; conducts individual and small group instruction as needed and reporting for all student activities, achievement and attendance as required by district procedures and applicable laws.
• Reads, understands, and implements IEP and 504 plans for case load students.
• Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
• Ensures that student conduct conforms with the school's standards and school district policies, and establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.
• Coordinates with other preschool school professional staff members to evaluate and assess curriculum, and participates in faculty meetings.
• Supervises students in activities that take place out of the classroom during the school day, including activities involving school transportation.
• Instructs students in the principles of responsible citizenship and other subject matters specified in applicable laws, as well as administrative regulations and procedures of the District.
• Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, grading.
• Administers standardized tests in accordance with District testing programs.
• Performs other position related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.

Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Job Requirements

• New Hampshire DOE Early Education teaching certification
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Early Childhood or related discipline applicable to teaching assignment.
• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:

The Contoocook Valley School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The District is committed to providing a workplace that is free from discrimination and harassment based on age, color, creed, disability, gender identity, marital status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex or sexual orientation. The District will provide reasonable accommodations for employees and applicants with disabilities who otherwise meet the education, training and experience requirements specified in the pertinent job description(s).